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Lake Padden Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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 coffeehouses.
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
Marine Life Center
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Marine Life Center during your trip to Bellingham. Check out 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.
Bellingham Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Bellingham with a trip to Bellingham Cruise Terminal. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
Mount Baker Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Mount Baker Theatre during your trip to Bellingham. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
North Bellingham Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Bellingham at North Bellingham Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Areas of Bellingham
![30 mins south of the Canadian border you stumble upon historic Fairhaven with cobblestone walks, murals, restaurants and antique shops.
Don't miss this quirky fish n' chip joint.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24d76358eb7d1b5f1c0dcf12c2c5b18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Fairhaven
Restaurants, shopping, and spas highlight some of the notable features of Fairhaven. Make a stop by Bellingham Cruise Terminal while you're exploring.
![Bellingham featuring a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76404-Bellingham-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Bellingham City Center
While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Baker Theatre and Marine Life Center.
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Puget
Though Puget might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whatcom Falls Park and Mount Baker Theatre.
![Views uplake from the Ranger Station in Lake Chelan, WA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ac1a94ccd2b45e36cbe172f8b9df2ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Sehome
While Sehome isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and Cornwall Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
![Impromptu visit to the lake made for a beautiful photo opp.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/26150ee7bb9d988351b9eb28ec31629f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Golf Course and Lake Padden Park.
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Happy Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Happy Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fairhaven Park and Bellingham Cruise Terminal.