Birchwood 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

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

NZ$384
per adult
Brew to Brewery Tour
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Our pick of the best Birchwood Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Bellingham

Best Western Plus Bellingham

3 out of 5
3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$261 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$261
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Bellingham
Silver Reef Casino Resort

Silver Reef Casino Resort

3.5 out of 5
4876 Haxton Way, Ferndale, WA
The price is NZ$220 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$220
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,203 reviews)
"Highly recommend “The Steak House”….great service and Vegas quality just without the high end Vegas prices!!!!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Silver Reef Casino Resort
Oxford Suites Bellingham

Oxford Suites Bellingham

3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
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! (1,370 reviews)
"Another Excellent stay at Oxford Suites! Great, friendly staff ! Sparkling clean comfortable suite! Ample safe parking. Delicious breakfast included. Great amenities! I am revisiting again next month for my third time. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale

Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale

2 out of 5
5788 Barrett Rd, Interstate I-5 Exit 262, Ferndale, WA
The price is NZ$129 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$129
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Ferndale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.2/10 (1,005 reviews)
Not the flagship of the Wyndham fleet
"Room security was lacking Deadbolt missing Grounds were shabby and untended Room was adequate, linens clean, needed paint and some TLC Wyndham has it’s work cut out"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport/Ferndale
Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn

Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn

3 out of 5
151 E McLeod Road, Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$196 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$196
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Lots of steps
"No elevator...lots od steps. If you are handicapped, pick another place. Otherwise it was fine."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn
Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG

2.5 out of 5
4160 Guide Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$247 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$247
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Very quiet at night and the morning breakfast had lots of great options"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Birchwood

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Columbia

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbia and surrounding area, you can visit Marine Life Center and Squalicum Beach.

Columbia
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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
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Meridian

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Meridian, Bellis Fair Mall and Park Bowl are top sights worth seeing.

Meridian
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Cordata

Cordata might not have many top sights, but Bellis Fair Mall and North Bellingham Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cordata
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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
Bellingham showing a waterfall

Bellingham City Center

While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Cornwall Beach.

Bellingham City Center

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