Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Westminster travel guide

Westminster Tourism | Westminster Guide

You're Going to Love Westminster

With a population of 18,590, Westminster is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Westminster has to offer.

Where to Eat in Westminster

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maggie's (310 E Green St) and Bud's at Silver Run (4115 Littlestown Pike) are great picks.

When to visit Westminster

Westminster in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Westminster in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Westminster in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Westminster, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Westminster

Plane

Although Westminster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Frederick (FDK), which is located 23 miles from Westminster. The shortest domestic flight to Westminster departs from Miami and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Westminster, followed by Acela. The train journey from Westminster to Baltimore takes 0h 29m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Westminster is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 178 miles from Westminster. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Westminster, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Plane

Although Westminster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Frederick (FDK), which is located 23 miles from Westminster. The shortest domestic flight to Westminster departs from Miami and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Westminster, followed by Acela. The train journey from Westminster to Baltimore takes 0h 29m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $15 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Westminster is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 178 miles from Westminster. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Westminster, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines.

Airports near Westminster

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Westminster

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,450 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,081 reviews)
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Where to stay in Westminster

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Westminster Hotel and Days Inn by Wyndham Westminster.

Where to stay in popular areas of Westminster

Most booked hotels in Westminster

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Antrim 1844
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 84 reviews)
$277+
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Best Western Westminster Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 397 reviews)
$108+
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Seasons at Magnolia Manor
3 stars
Good (7.5, 9 reviews)
$174+
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The Boston Inn
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1255 reviews)
$60+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Westminster
2 stars
Good (6.4, 772 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Westminster

Renting a car in Westminster costs $63 per day, on average, or $189 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Westminster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Westminster is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Westminster costs $63 per day, on average, or $189 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Westminster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30. The most frequently booked car type in Westminster is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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