If your trip to Bellingham is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, we can give you a few hints and tips.Not too far from the city center, Bellis Fair Mall is one sight you might like to consider adding to your to-do list. If you still have space on that schedule, Mount Baker Theatre and Fairhaven Park will keep you amused too.

We know you’re eager to see what your new ride can do. How about taking a day trip out to Blaine? Just 18 miles away, roll down the windows and feel the breeze in your hair on the drive there. Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club, Birch Bay Waterslides and Loomis Trail Golf Club alone make the drive out worth it. Anacortes is another popular destination. It’s 18 miles away and home to an array of awesome things to do. Swinomish Casino, Cap Sante Park and Anacortes Community Theatre are only the start.

Drop the windows and breathe in the fresh sea air as you journey towards Clayton Beach. 8 miles from Bellingham, it’s a wonderful place to go for a restful day out by the ocean.

Having your own car in Bellingham will give you more freedom to go wherever you like. Maybe you want to leave town, get out on the open road, and go wherever the wind takes you. If that’s the case, collect the keys to one of our mid-size or full-size SUVs and explore the rocky coastlines in the surrounding area. If you just can’t get enough of the bright city lights, jump behind the wheel of something small. Zipping around bustling streets and heavy traffic will be a lot less stressful with a mini or compact car.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to rental cars in Bellingham. From SUVs with trunk space galore to agile compacts, you’ll find it all here. Deciding on your perfect match depends on your budget and what you intend to do. Some road trips are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas other adventures require no more than an engine and four wheels. The choice is yours.

It’s relatively easy to find somewhere to park in Bellingham, although it can be difficult to nab a spot in the busiest streets. Booking a hotel that has parking included is a smart move.

As with many cities, the roads are usually busier in the early and late rush hours. However, due to its smaller population of about 85,100, traffic isn’t a huge issue in Bellingham.

While driving through the streets of Bellingham, keep in mind that the speed limits typically range from 25mph to 50mph. Most residential areas are 25mph unless indicated otherwise.

Generally speaking, your rental car company will bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges. Otherwise, they may share your information with the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then issue a fine to your postal address.

If you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, you can lawfully use your cell phone while operating a vehicle in Bellingham. But ensure you stay focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while operating a vehicle in Bellingham is 0.08%. If you’re in the mood for a big night, leave your rental car behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

Yes you can. However, before you turn you are required to completely stop the car and only move on if the lane is free of traffic.

They sure are. However, there are a few exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation systems.