Columbia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lake Padden Park

Lake Padden Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Lake Padden Park
Whatcom Falls Park showing mountain biking, forests and a bridge

Whatcom Falls Park

Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.

Whatcom Falls Park
Marine Life Center

Marine Life Center

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Marine Life Center during your visit to Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Marine Life Center
Squalicum Beach

Squalicum Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.

Squalicum Beach

Western Washington University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Western Washington University

Bellis Fair Mall

3.5/5(2 reviews)

During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

Bellis Fair Mall

Activities

Brew to Brewery Tour

Brew to Brewery Tour

AU$362
per adult
Brew to Brewery Tour
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Our pick of the best Columbia Hotel Deals

Heliotrope Hotel
Heliotrope Hotel
2.5 out of 5
2419 Elm Street, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$197 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Marine ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (338 reviews)
"My favorite place to stay in Bellingham; Close to downtown, fun restaurants in the area and they have the comfiest beds!"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Heliotrope Hotel
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$268 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$268
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,232 reviews)
"Welcoming and kind staff, amazing breakfast, clean and nicely appointed rooms, hallways, and breakfast area."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

Oxford Suites Bellingham
Silver Reef Casino Resort
Silver Reef Casino Resort
3.5 out of 5
4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale, WA
The price is AU$236 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Ferndale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Fun Casino, good dining options"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Silver Reef Casino Resort
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
3 out of 5
714 Lakeway Dr, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$252 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$252
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Safe quite"

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Lavissh Inn & Suites
Lavissh Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
805 Lakeway Dr, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$145 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

Lavissh Inn & Suites
Hotel Leo
Hotel Leo
2.5 out of 5
1224 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA
The price is AU$204 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$204
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (650 reviews)
"We liked the historical aspect of the hotel and the great location. Nice views from the 8th floor."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Hotel Leo
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Other neighbourhoods around Columbia

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Lettered Streets

When in Lettered Streets, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Marine Life Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lettered Streets
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Cornwall Park

When in Cornwall Park, you can plan a visit to Marine Life Center and Mount Baker Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cornwall Park
Bellingham which includes a waterfall

Bellingham City Center

While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Mount Baker Theatre.

Bellingham City Center
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Birchwood

While Birchwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Squalicum Beach and Bellis Fair Mall.

Birchwood
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Sunnyland

While Sunnyland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum.

Sunnyland
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York

When in York, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and South Bay Trail, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

York

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