Columbia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Our pick of the best Columbia Hotel Deals
Heliotrope Hotel
"The staff is stellar! Super helpful & friendly. I absolutely loved the property and my room was ample with tons of natural light. Dog friendly is a huge plus and the morning coffee in the lounge was perfect! Thank you"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
"We only used the hotel, eschewing the casino and pool. As a hotel, it was comfortable, well laid out, etc. However, as the desk staff warned us, WiFi is spotty at best - I could never connect, and my partner ony connected once. She mentioned this to the front desk at checkout and were told they'd ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
"This is my go to when I visit Bellingham. Wonderful hotel with nice perks, great welcoming staff, clean and well done rooms, quiet and good self serve parking."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Rosario Village
"The waterfront location was very nice and peaceful, however, room updates would make this venue more desirable. When booking, we were under the impression this was a part of the Moran Mansion property (which at one time it may have been, but not anymore). The mansion is now closed and owned by a ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Best Western Plus Bellingham
"It included hot breakfast good coffee. Has a nice small gym"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
"Room was very clean and rooms very spacious. Friendly staff, thank you!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Columbia
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.
Bellingham City Center
While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Cornwall Beach.
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.
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.
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.
York
When in York, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Depot Market Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
