Fun Facts
- 🌀 Belize City was the old capital until a Hurricane destroyed it
- 📊 The commerce capital of the country is the largest city in Belize
- 🌊 There is an infamous canal running through Belize City
- ⛪️ A museum is found in Belize City which was previously a prison
- 🐆 The Belize Zoo is located only 45 mins away by car
Local Festivals
Pan Yaad - Held Annually in September
This event is a steel pan concert with the best local bands uniting to play Soca, Punta and Afrobeat. The ambience is nothing short of electrifying.
Things To Do
Where To Eat
Nearby Attractions
Caye Caulker 
Great Blue Hole 
Belize Barrier Reef 
Altun Ha 
Belize Zoo Half Moon Caye
Getting To Belize City
Four ways of getting to Belize City are by taxi, shuttle and car. The cheapest way is by bus while traveling by taxi is the most popular way of exploring the area.
International Airport To Belize City 🚖
PGIA Airport → Belize City
- From the International Airport (PGIA), you can take a taxi ride to the main bus terminal in Belize City. Please note that the price is per group and not per person.
30 Mins
$30.00 USD
There are no buses from the International Airport to Belize City. Read Getting from Belize Airport to Belize City for a backpacker-friendly transport option.
International Airport To Belize City 🚐
PGIA Airport → Belize City
- Shuttle companies are available at the airport but you can also pre-book online.
While shuttles can be affordable, most of the companies have 2-6 persons minimum per shuttle. So, in reality, the shuttle service would be $160.00 USD to confirm booking with a minimum of 2 persons in most cases.
International Airport To Belize City 🚗
PGIA Airport → Belize City
- Car rental companies are available at the PGIA Airport and range from $35.00–$75.00 USD. Keep in mind that gas prices in Belize range from $6.00–$7.00 per gallon (~3.8L).
- From PGIA Airport, you can now take a new Airport road down south instead of passing through Belize City (Shown on map link).
Getting Around Belize City
Most locals get around the city with either the city bus or their private vehicle. If you're just staying in the city for a layover day, taxi will be the best way to move around. The taxi fare is roughly $5.00 USD for a short stop. If you'd lie to travel like a local, there is now a new eBus running all week. You can find the bus schedule here. Read more about transportation.
Frequent Questions
How long do I need in Belize City?
Staying in Belize City for 24 hours is more than enough to get a feel for the area. If you have a layover, checking out the museum or having lunch at a cafe or restaurant is a good way to pass the day.
When is the best time to visit Belize City?
High season (tourism peak) is between October & June which is when the weather is best. Avoid this period if you don't like crowds.
Is Belize City safe?
In general, the city is safe during the day. One can walk to the water taxi terminal or go to a restaurant with no problem but it's important to be aware of your environment. A relatively unsafe zone is the South Side of Belize city. Locals know how to navigate the complexities of a city so ask if you are not sure.
Where is Belize City in Belize?
Belize city is in the center of the country all the way to the east with access to the Caribbean sea.
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