Columbia
Bellingham
Popular places to visit
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Check out 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of North Cascades
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
From Seattle - Private Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Top hotels in Columbia
Heliotrope Hotel
Amazing team, quick checkin, great body wash and amenities. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Breakfast menu and food was good and service excellent. B=Town restaurant was excellent and comfortable, Excellent staff. Outdoor seating/fire pits wonderful.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Genuinely loved this place! From the moment I walked in the nautical vibe engulfed me. It was quiet and calm and the staff were so kind and helpful. I was concerned that the location would be noisy but it was like I was in a cocoon. I slept the best that I have slept in months! I can’t recommend ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
The only disappointment was that we tried to go to a late night dinner at the Red River Cafe and we got there 15 min before closing and they said they were closed. We weren’t sure if we should press the issue and take a chance of what they would do to our food. So we left. We did go back the next ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Best Western Plus Bellingham
Room and hotel very clean (as always!), breakfast was also great as usual. Only issue was the very loud fan that ran in our bathroom that we couldn’t shut off, made it rather cold in there too. But we shut the door and all was fine in the noise department. Thanks for another great stay!
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
The hotel was so clean and very nice!
Reviewed on Apr 13, 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 Cornwall Beach and Mount Baker Theatre.
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.
Birchwood
While Birchwood isn't home to many top sights, Squalicum Beach and Bellis Fair Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sunnyland
While Sunnyland isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention are some notable places to visit nearby.
York
While York isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and Depot Market Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
