Cheap Hotels in Bellingham, Washington

A rental car is the best means to explore Bellingham, but driving around Bellingham can be quite a task especially if you are visiting the city for the first time. To help you avoid unnecessary hassle, below are some tips on getting around the City of Subdued Excitement:

The speed limit in Bellingham is 45-50 mph in urban areas unless otherwise posted while that on highways is 115 mph.

Downtown Birmingham offers some excellent long term and short-term parking spaces that are suitable for vehicles of all kinds. You can also apply for a parking permit online on the official website of the city.

Avoid rush hour on weekdays by avoiding getting around from 07:30 am to 10:00 am and 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm.

Approximately an hour drive away from Bellingham is the beautiful city of Vancouver that serves as an easy daytrip option. The city has a variety of attractions including the Museum of Anthropology, Vancouver Art Gallery, TELUS World of Science, and the beautiful Vancouver Aquarium.

Skiing enthusiasts should plan a daytrip to Mount Baker that serves as a popular outdoor recreation area around Bellingham. There are also a good number of hiking trails available in this area.