Attractions and Places To See around Westminster - Top 20

Bike along the Santa Ana River Trail for a fantastic view of Angel Stadium’s iconic “Big A” sign, a 230-foot-tall landmark that originally served as the stadium's scoreboard. The halo atop the sign lights up after every Angels victory, glowing even brighter for home wins. Be sure to avoid the surrounding streets on game days, as the area can get crowded.

Huntington Beach Pier is perhaps the most iconic landmark and destination of "Surf City". It's one of the longest public piers on the West Coast at 1,850 feet (560m) in length. The real attraction is the consistent surf, with the US Open of Surfing held here annually (along with many other surf competitions). The pier makes a great location for spectating.

Spanning nearly 200 acres, Talbert Regional Park offers scenic trails perfect for hiking, biking and jogging. A joint project between the parks department and Coastal Conservancy, this nature preserve cultivates native plant zones, recreating the landscape that existed much before modern development took over the area. As an exceptional recreational facility and wildlife refuge, Talbert allows visitors to immerse themselves in six botanical areas modeled after the changing climate along the Santa Ana River. With year-round access, it's a treasured spot to experience natural beauty.

Huntington Beach Pier is perhaps the most iconic landmark and destination of "Surf City." It's one of the longest public piers on the West Coast at 1,850ft (560m) in length. The real attraction is the consistent surf, with the US Open of Surfing held here annually (along with many other surf competitions). The pier makes a great location for spectating.

Spanning 1,850 feet over the Pacific, Huntington Beach Pier stands as an iconic landmark at the heart of town. This beloved pier extends from the intersection of Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway, its location offering breathtaking ocean views and a perfect surf watch. The pier lures visitors with simple pleasures like fishing, strolling above the surf, and dining at the classic Bud & Gene’s restaurant. The pier remains a timeless destination.

The San Gabriel River is one of the best routes in the entire valley to bike safely without traffic on a dedicated trail from the hills through the sprawling downtown areas to the ocean. The trail runs on the river levee, mostly on the east bank. While the river is mostly a concrete canal, there are a few sections where it passes by parks like here the El Dorado, or private gardens and plant nurseries, adding a few touches of green in this huge metropolitan area that otherwise has few long, dedicated bike routes.

The San Gabriel River is one of the best routes in the entire valley to bike safely without traffic on a dedicated trail from the hills through the sprawling downtown areas to the ocean. The trail runs on the river levee, mostly on the east bank. While the river is mostly a concrete canal, there are a few sections where it passes by parks like here the El Dorado, or private gardens and plant nurseries, adding a few touches of green in this huge metropolitan area that otherwise has few long, dedicated bike routes.

This is best tried early in the day before the traffic gets heavy.