Columbia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

Our pick of the best Columbia Hotel Deals

GuestHouse Bellingham
GuestHouse Bellingham
2.5 out of 5
805 Lakeway Drive, Bellingham, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$170 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$170
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very Easy"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

GuestHouse Bellingham
Heliotrope Hotel
Heliotrope Hotel
2.5 out of 5
2419 Elm Street, Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$275 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
NZ$275
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (294 reviews)
"We are traveling with a dog and this is a one level hotel that has been thoughtfully remodeled. We had a large spacious room and it was easy to walk outside to either the dog run or a grassy area."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Heliotrope Hotel
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Best Western Plus Bellingham
3 out of 5
3985 Bennett Dr., Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$228 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$228
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"It was smooth"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

Best Western Plus Bellingham
Majestic Inn & Spa
Majestic Inn & Spa
4 out of 5
419 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, WA
The price is NZ$403 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
NZ$403
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Anacortes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2024

Majestic Inn & Spa
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
4260 Mitchell Way, Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$249 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$249
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bellingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very low key property"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2024

Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham, an IHG Hotel
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Oxford Suites Bellingham
3 out of 5
4051 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA
The price is NZ$295 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
NZ$295
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,096 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Excellent breakfast options. Has meeting room which I booked and used. All Staff was courteous even in elevator. Very impressed. Catering food for my banquet of 20 was awesome."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Oxford Suites Bellingham
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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 Whatcom Museum, 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 Mount Baker Theatre and Bellis Fair Mall, 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 Mount Baker Theatre and Marine Life Center.

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 Spark Museum of Electrical Invention.

Sunnyland
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York

When in York, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Bellingham Railway Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

York

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