Shopping
What type of shopper are you? If you like to stroll, browse and pamper yourself with a spontaneous purchase, enjoy the easy pace of our region’s old towns. Find handcrafted wares, used books, specialty shops and boutiques.
For those who get energized by current fashion trends, bargains and large selections visit our regions’ malls and business districts.
Bellis Fair Mall – I-5, Exit 256
A regional shopping mall with five major department stores including Macy’s, and nearly 150 smaller shops. Features a six-plex theater, a food court with 16 vendors, and an Old Country Buffet.
Downtown Bellingham – I-5, Exit 253, 254
A traditional downtown district with cultural flair. Features specialty shops, antiques, galleries, used book stores and an abundance of cafes and restaurants. Enjoy turn-of-the-century architecture including the Whatcom Museum and Mt. Baker Theater. Of special interest is Michael’s Books (used), The Greenhouse (fine housewares), Flea Market (weekends), Allied Arts of Whatcom County (local artists) and Chocolate Necessities. On James Street find VIS Seafoods (seafood and gifts). The Bellingham Farmers’ Market is on Saturdays April-Dec.
Meridian Street (Guide Meridian) – I-5, Exit 256
Running adjacent to Bellis Fair Mall, this major arterial offers local and nationally recognized stores. There are seven motels and many restaurants from which to choose. Nationally known Costco offers a great variety to it’s members. Also, for the finest hand-crafted chocolate visit Chocolate Necessities located 1 mile north of the mall.
Historic Fairhaven District – I-5, Exit 250
Tucked into turn-of-the-century buildings with classic brick facades, find upscale galleries, clothing, jewelry, fresh ground coffee, books, gifts and some of Bellingham’s best restaurants. Don’t miss Bead Bazaar; Paper Dreams gifts and cards; Good Earth Pottery; Gallery West; Pacific Chef and Village Books with new, used and Literature Live author events. Stroll down to the waterfront where seasonal cruise boats and the Alaska Ferry depart. Inside Passage, located in the beautiful Bellingham Cruise Terminal, sells a nice selection of northwest gifts.
Sunset Square – I-5, Exit 255
Features K-Mart, a major fabric store, grocery store, drug store, four-plex theater, a Goodwill and several specialty stores. There are
a variety of restaurants including The Grace Cafe with bagels, pies, sandwiches and more. Across the street is Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Barkley Village – I-5, Exit 255 (Barkley & Woburn Streets)
A newer shopping village which brings “a little bit of old-world charm” through its architectural design. The plaza features specialty shops, a fine grocery store with a food court and wine shop. In addition, there are unique restaurants including Pastazza with fresh pasta dishes & woodfired pizza and Scotty Brown’s with its sleek design, exceptional casual food and a lounge.
Downtown Ferndale – I-5, Exit 262
Ferndale is home to two historic parks, Pioneer Park and Hovander Homestead Park. Murals painted on buildings in downtown reflect its history. A major furniture store and locally-owned shops line Main Street and the seasonal Farmers’ Market is on Saturdays. Red Barn Lavender is located just west of Ferndale, and has more than 3,600 lavender plants. They are open seasonally for picking and buying plants and other lavender products.
Downtown Lynden – Located 10 miles north of Bellingham off Highway 539
Front Street in downtown Lynden highlights its Dutch heritage with Dutch-style architecture. The Dutch Village Mall is accentuated by a 72-foot tall working windmill. The interior simulates a Dutch street scene with a flowing canal and a variety of shops featuring Dutch foods, wooden shoes, fine lace and other traditional items. Bakeries, restaurants, an exceptional museum and frequent celebrations makes a day in Lynden delightful! Just out of town is the Samson Estates Winery featuring fine wines and liqueurs.
Birch Bay Square – At I-5 Exit 270, Birch Bay Lynden Road
Located at the entrance to scenic Birch Bay, the property formerly known as the Peace Arch Outlet mall is moving rapidly into the 21st century and becoming a country-village style shopping center. Businesses include popular local restaurants like Bob’s Burger & Brew, trendy cafés, home and garden shops, some name-brand outlet stores, unique gifts and lots more! Anchoring the newly constructed addition is a 25,000 sq. ft. grocery store like no other.
Duty Free Shopping
Duty free stores sell alcohol, tobacco, perfumes and gift items that are duty free. Restrictions apply, such as, length of time out of the country and total personal declarations.
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Shopping Links & Resources
Duty Free Americas
| 360-332-5223
20 - 12th Street, Blaine
Duty Free Americas operates more than 90 duty free and news & gift stores in United States Airports, and along the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico. | store213@dutyfreeamericas.com
Duty Free Americas
| 360-988-9413
108 Harrison Avenue, Sumas
Duty Free Americas operates more than 90 duty free and news & gift stores in United States Airports, and along the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico.
Duty Free Americas
| 360-354-2481
9948 Guide Meridian Road, Lynden
Duty Free Americas operates more than 90 duty free and news & gift stores in United States Airports, and along the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico.
Mayberry Sporting Goods & Fountain
| 360-778-1588
1825 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham
Your community store. Featuring the best selection of fishing gear in Bellingham as well as hunting supplies, toys, Carhartt workwear, boots, camping equipment, and home decor and a coffee bar featuring sundaes and old fashioned milk shakes. Don't forget the FREE community room.
Note: Listings marked with a 
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Barkley District Association
2200 Rimland Drive, Bellingham
360-671-6450
2200 Rimland Drive, Bellingham
360-671-6450
Bella Flora
1201 N State Street, Bellingham
360-734-8454 or 1-800362-3747
bellefloraflowers@gmail.com
1201 N State Street, Bellingham
360-734-8454 or 1-800362-3747
bellefloraflowers@gmail.com
Bergsma Gallery
1301 Fraser, Bellingham
360-733-1101
1301 Fraser, Bellingham
360-733-1101
Downtown Bellingham
1304 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham
360-527-8710
1304 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham
360-527-8710
Fairhaven Runners
1209 11th Street, Bellingham
360-676-4955
1209 11th Street, Bellingham
360-676-4955
Greene's Corner
Greene's Corner is the home of Hammerhead Coffee, Fools Onion Catering and Pynor's Corner Pizza. Selling sandwiches, coffee, pizza, beer and wine and groceries.
5305 Northwest Drive, Bellingham
360-306-8137
Harley Davidson of Bellingham
1419 N State Street, Bellingham
360-671-7575 or 800-494-8777
1419 N State Street, Bellingham
360-671-7575 or 800-494-8777
Inside Passage/Halibut Henrys
355 Harris Avenue, Bellingham
360-734-1790 or 888-794-4387
355 Harris Avenue, Bellingham
360-734-1790 or 888-794-4387
Paper Dreams
1206 11th Street, Bellingham
360-671-2626
1206 11th Street, Bellingham
360-671-2626
Quel Fromage
1200 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Bellingham
360-671-0203
1200 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Bellingham
360-671-0203
REI
400 36th Street, Bellingham
360-647-8955
400 36th Street, Bellingham
360-647-8955
Sunset Square
1145 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham
760-727-1002
1145 E Sunset Drive, Bellingham
760-727-1002
Vis Seafoods
Family-owned seafood company. We retail and wholesale fresh-frozen and canned seafood. All products are natural and ocean-caught. Gourmet pasta, condiments and gifts are available at our store.
2208 James Street, Bellingham
360-647-0207 or 888-647-3474
fishhead@visseafoods.com