Bellingham, WA
Travel Guide





Visit Bellingham
Where to stay in Bellingham

Fairhaven
Restaurants, shopping, and spas are some highlights of Fairhaven. Make a stop by Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Fairhaven Village Green while you're exploring.

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

Puget
Though Puget might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Baker Theatre and Cornwall Beach.

Sehome
While Sehome isn't home to many top sights, Cornwall Beach and Mount Baker Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.

York
While York isn't home to many top sights, Mount Baker Theatre and Depot Market Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

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

Cozy Micro-Brewery Home
"We had a really nice stay here. The location is great and is walking distance to everything Fairhaven has to offer."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

102 year old Craftsman Home
"Kacie was an excellent host and very communicative! The home had everything you need to feel incredibly comfortable. The location was absolute perfection - quiet, peaceful, and in a super walkable neighborhood. My pups especially loved the fully fenced backyard. Such a charming home, and I truly ..."
Reviewed on 24 April 2026

Modern Dream Lake Samish Waterfront Home
"Very unique and interesting property. Dock and water very easy to access. Fully stocked kitchen, modern. Great communication with the owner. Would’ve liked door separating bedroom. Overall exceptional."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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
Whatcom Falls Park is just one of the places to see in Bellingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its charming coffeehouses.

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.

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.
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.
