Columbia Travel Guide
Bellingham
Popular places to visit
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.
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 life who live at Marine Life Center during your visit to Bellingham. Visit 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 cafes.
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
Top hotels in Columbia
Heliotrope Hotel
Super friendly staff at check-in, with a great, retro-style space. Comfy, clean, and welcoming.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Room was extremely spacious and clean. The front desk employees were very friendly and check in was very easy. Definitely would stay here again, recommend it for a long term visit or a short stay.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Silver Reef Casino Resort
We had a great time. Clean room and kind staff!
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Bellingham Heritage Inn
Room was comfortable, water very hot, great pressure.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Bellingham by IHG
Clean and updated room. Great staff and pool. Great location!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
There were no handicap rooms left so he asked if i would like to stay in a room right near the office desk. It was perfect and very quite. Easy access for me in and out. I very much appreciated it. I will stay here again each time i come to Bellingham to visit family.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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.
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.
Bellingham City Center
While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Marine Life Center and Mount Baker Theatre.
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 Bellingham Railway 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.
