About this experience
The historic Belize City tour offers an interesting insight into the old capital city of Belize. Belize City is the largest city in the Central American region of Belize and was once the capital of former British Honduras until the government was moved to the new capital of Belmopan in 1970. The population of Belize City is 67,964; with neighboring suburbs adding up to about 80,000. Several cruise ships drop anchor outside the port and are tended by local citizens.
Belize City was founded (originally as “Belize Town”) in 1638 by British lumber harvesters. It had previously been a small Maya city called Holzuz.
Belize Town slowly improved its infrastructure and has been the object of numerous infrastructural projects. Nevertheless, many of the streets built from colonial days are still small and congested, a majority of houses are still susceptible to fire and damage from hurricanes.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuity
- Items of personal nature
Itinerary and highlights
The historic Belize City tour offers an interesting insight into the history of what was once known as the British Honduras; now, Belize. The population of Belize City is 67,964; with neighboring suburbs adding up to about 80,000. This tour explores the highlights of Belize City’s brilliant and historical scenery such as Baron Bliss Lighthouse. Belize Town slowly improved its infrastructure and has been the object of numerous infrastructural projects.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our office is located at Fort Street Tourism Village 8 Fort Street, Terminal 4 Booth #1 Next to San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Or we can arrange a pickup location.
- Contact us for arrangements
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Belize Caribbean Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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