Bellingham (Washington) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in, and the county seat of, Whatcom County in the State of Washington, United States
About Bellingham (Washington)
Its status as the northernmost city is not widely known, as the state ofMainein the Northeast often appears to be further north on many maps. It was formed in 1903 when the cities of New Whatcom and Fairhaven consolidated from what were once four separate settlements. The local economy got its start in resource extraction, notably coal and timber. The Georgia-Pacific mill on the waterfront, whose site is now being redeveloped into a dynamic mixed-use neighborhood, sustained the local economy for many years. Employment has diversified from heavy industry to education, services, tourism, and retail. Situated on Bellingham Bay, you can venture from downtown and in minutes be in rural farmland, the North Cascades or out on the salt waters around theSan Juan Islands. Bellingham is about 80 mil
Top Attractions in Bellingham (Washington)
Explore the best things to see and do in Bellingham (Washington):
- ★Alternative Library
- ★April Brews Day
- ★Deming Log Show
- ★Eldridge Ave Historical District
- ★Gato Verde Adventure Sailing
- ★Hannegan Speedway
- ★Lake Padden
- ★Lake Whatcom
Where to Eat in Bellingham (Washington)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Asian 1
- 🍴Boundary Bay Brewery and Bistro
- 🍴Horseshoe Cafe
- 🍴La Fiamma Wood Fire Pizza
- 🍴Maikham
- 🍴Mallard Ice Cream
Where to Stay in Bellingham (Washington)
- 🏨Bellis Inn
- 🏨Comfort Inn
- 🏨Fairhaven Village Inn
- 🏨Four Points by Sheraton
- 🏨GuestHouse Inn
- 🏨Hotel Bellwether
Bellingham (Washington) Travel Guide Sections
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