Sightseeing in Belize City - what to see. Complete travel guide

British settlers founded this city at the end of the 18th century. Initially, they liked the area at the mouth of the Haulover Creek. This land was a perfect location for a settlement because it had direct access to the sea. Local soils were swampy at that time, so settlers had to work hard to make them suitable for living. Thanks to their efforts, Belize City has turned into one of the largest cities in Central America. In the past, this was a part of British Honduras.
Why should tourists visit Belize City? Many vacationers from all over the world come here to relax at local beaches and enjoy trouble-free recreation. Local beaches have soft white sand, and coastal water is so clear that it is easy to see the bottom. Thanks to coral reefs, there are no strong currents near the city, and this fact makes swimming here pleasant and safe. That is why the area is suitable for families with small children. Local beaches definitely deserve closer attention.

Placencia Peninsula to the south of Belize City is a paradise destination. Tourists will be excited to see palm trees with bananas and mangoes. Local coastal waters amaze guests with fabulous coral reefs, colorful and exotic fish, and rich marine flora. If you like scuba diving, you will have a unique opportunity to see the whale shark. Don’t forget that this animal is protected by the government and it is prohibited to hunt it.

Caye Caulker is one more gorgeous natural area famous for its beautiful nature. It is hard to find a better destination for divers. In Caye Caulker, they can swim, explore underwater caves, and see an incredible coral world that looks truly spectacular is crystal clear water. It is hard to find more picturesque reefs in any other part of the world. Guests of the city can try canoeing and admire local nature. Strong breeze makes this area suitable for windsurfing.

It is comfortable to reach Belize City from Cancun. This city has flights to every airport in Belize. It is also possible to reach Belize City by bus. However, tourists will need to take a taxi to get to the bus. There is also an alternative way that starts in Guatemala. The distance to the city is only two and a half kilometers.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Belize City and surroundings
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National and city parks around Belize City
♥ National Park 'Monkey Bay' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Melinda' , 53.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Five Blues Lake' , 57.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Billy Barquedier' , 61 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'St. Herman’s Blue Hole' , 64.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Monkey Bay' , 43.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Melinda' , 53.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Five Blues Lake' , 57.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Billy Barquedier' , 61 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'St. Herman’s Blue Hole' , 64.5 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Belize City from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Ambergris Caye
From the series “The Most Beautiful Islands on the Planet”
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Distance from Belize City center - 62 km.
Another unique feature of the island is the limestone cave, whose research has revealed many archaeological artefacts. According to one of the versions, the Mayan Indians used these caves for sacred rituals. Hundreds of excellent hiking trails are available to hikers. The friends of nature can graze each day on the exotic plants and the picturesque scrubs can find hidden waterfalls. The most popular health resort on the island is the small town of San Pedro, on the territory of which are the incredibly beautiful beaches and a lot of cozy restaurants, where you can taste the delicious sea food dishes. …
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