South Bellingham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Bellingham
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
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. 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.
Activities
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Our pick of the best South Bellingham Hotel Deals
Swinomish Casino & Lodge
Great hotel. Very clean with friendly staff. Beds are a bit hard and could be replaced. However will not preclude us from going back.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
3.25 stars
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Great stay, will stay again
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Kulshan Hotel
What a gem! Clean space, all amenities I needed and extras, plus the kindest most attentive staff. Loved staying here! Would highly recommend and I will return.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Anacortes Ship Harbor Inn
Not super fancy.....but very comfortable, clean and friendly staff......unbeatable beautiful view! Close to the ferry.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Comfort Suites Burlington near I-5
Clean and spacious room; friendly and helpful staff; good location, free breakfast and EV charging.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
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 Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Cornwall Beach.
Edgemoor
While Edgemoor isn't home to many top sights, Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Park 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 Bellingham Bay 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.
