South Bellingham Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 cosy cafes.
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.
Top hotels in South Bellingham
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
"So cool to have such a great place to stay to make it easy to catch the early morning ferry to the San Juan’s. Clean friendly and comfortable and convenient. Plus, they have a casino. Doesn’t get any better!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
"Nice clean room, pool hot tub, great area"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
"Pool and hot tub extremely small. Sink needed declogging and tv remote was out of batteries. Beds were comfortable, included breakfast was awesome! Staff was very friendly. Suite was spacious and clean. Would definitely recommend."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Kulshan Hotel
"My second stay here and it was just as great as the first! The staff are just lovely! Highly recommend this hidden gem."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Comfort Suites Burlington near I-5
"Todo perfecto"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn
"We had a room with a balcony overlooking the water. Beautiful"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bellingham
Samish Hill
While visiting Samish Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Padden Park and Lake Padden Golf Course.
Happy Valley
Though Happy Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fairhaven Village Green and Bellingham Cruise Terminal.
Edgemoor
While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fairhaven
Restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Fairhaven. Check out Bellingham Cruise Terminal or Fairhaven Village Green while you're exploring the area.
South Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach.
Sehome
While Sehome may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cornwall Beach and Mount Baker Theatre.
