Things to Do in Belize
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Things to Do in Belize

21 curated spots from Belize itineraries

Activities & Attractions

12 curated experiences

ATM Cave Expedition
Do
morning

ATM Cave Expedition

Hike/swim to Maya artifacts and crystal maiden; closed shoes required, moderate fitness; Paradise Expeditions.

6h · $125
Belize City Swing Bridge & Waterfront
Do
evening

Belize City Swing Bridge & Waterfront

Stroll historic bridge and marina at golden hour for urban-tropical shots; less crowded north side.

1h 30m · Free
Belize Zoo Free Explore
Do
evening

Belize Zoo Free Explore

Twilight visit for jaguars and parrots; indoor exhibits if overcast.

1h 30m · $15
Cave Tubing & Altun Ha
Do
morning

Cave Tubing & Altun Ha

Float through limestone caves then explore ancient Mayan pyramids; photography of river exits and temple overlooks.

4h · $120
Cayo Zipline Adventure
Do
afternoon

Cayo Zipline Adventure

Multi-platform canopy tour over rainforest; wear sneakers, moderate fitness; book with Paradise Expeditions.

2h 30m · $95
Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve
Do
morning

Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve

Hike trails spotting wildlife; best early for birds, photography from tigermusiam overlook.

3h · $5
Hopkins Garifuna Drumming
Do
evening

Hopkins Garifuna Drumming

Live music session with traditional punta rhythms.

2h · $20
Placencia Barefoot Beach Bar
Do
evening

Placencia Barefoot Beach Bar

Live reggae music and cocktails; nightlife must-have.

3h · $20
Placencia Beach Walk
Do
morning

Placencia Beach Walk

Stroll world's narrowest main street to beach; golden hour palm silhouettes.

2h · Free
Placencia Zipline & Lagoon
Do
afternoon

Placencia Zipline & Lagoon

Short zipline over mangroves to lagoon swim; moderate fitness.

2h 30m · $70
San Ignacio Market & Free Explore
Do
evening

San Ignacio Market & Free Explore

Wander stalls for crafts and street food; photography of colorful vendors.

2h · Free
Xunantunich Maya Ruins
Do
morning

Xunantunich Maya Ruins

Ferry across river, climb El Castillo temple for 360° jungle views; golden hour east facade.

3h · $10

Restaurants & Food

9 local favorites

Chef Rob's Laru Beya
Eat
afternoon

Chef Rob's Laru Beya

Garifuna bundiga (coconut breadfruit dumpling).

1h · $25-40 per person
Dawn's Grill n'Go
Eat
afternoon

Dawn's Grill n'Go

Jerk chicken with coconut rice.

1h · $20-35 per person
Il Pelicano Bar
Eat
evening

Il Pelicano Bar

Seafood pasta with beach views.

1h 15m · $30-45 per person
Lazy Lizard
Eat
afternoon

Lazy Lizard

Lobster tacos beachside.

1h · $25-40 per person
Morning Bench Breakfast
Eat
morning

Morning Bench Breakfast

Street-side Belizean breakfast burritos.

30m · $10-20 per person
Omar's Creole Grub
Eat
morning

Omar's Creole Grub

Cowfoot stew and fry jacks.

45m · $15-25 per person
Pop's Restaurant
Eat
afternoon

Pop's Restaurant

Garifuna hudut (coconut fish stew).

1h · $25-40 per person
San Ignacio Resort Hotel Restaurant
Eat
evening

San Ignacio Resort Hotel Restaurant

Grilled lobster tail with plantains.

1h 15m · $30-45 per person
Tipsy Tuna
Eat
evening

Tipsy Tuna

Tuna poke bowls.

1h 15m · $25-40 per person

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