Columbia Travel Guide
Bellingham
Popular places to visit
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of North Cascades
North Cascades National Park: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Top hotels in Columbia
Heliotrope Hotel
Room is clean and feels safe. However, you can hear the train passing in the night at least from the front facing rooms. I suppose that’s why they supply ear plugs. Overall it’s decent.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center
Parking was safe.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Great property, Staff was superb! Very close to Western Washington University.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bellingham by IHG
5 minute walk to Bellingham Airport. Very convenient location.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Leo
Probably the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in old looking or just old I guess and the staff is super friendly and the lobby is very vibey moody none of those hotels with bright lights but my only complaint is the small parking lot
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Bellingham
I'd look to stay again.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 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 Marine Life Center and Cornwall Beach.
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.
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 Spark Museum of Electrical Invention.
York
When in York, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Bellingham Railway Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
