Things to do in Belize
2 destinations in Belize, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.
Places to visit in Belize
- Things to do in Belize City beach, adventure, nature
- Things to do in San Pedro Belize beach, adventure, relax
Best time to visit Belize
When flights to each destination are cheapest.
- Belize City
- The cheapest flights to Belize City fall in September through November (hurricane shoulder season), when fares from major US hubs can run 25-35% less than peak winter months of December through April. Flying midweek (Tuesday or Wednesday departures) also reliably saves $30-70 compared to weekend travel.
- San Pedro Belize
- The cheapest flights and accommodations are found in September and October (hurricane season, but actual storms are rare), with fares running 30-40% lower than the December-April peak. Flying midweek (Tuesday-Wednesday) saves an additional 10-15% versus weekend departures.
Is Belize expensive?
A day on the ground for one person travelling alone, before flights: somewhere to sleep, food, something to do and getting around.
- Belize City
- About $48 a day on a shoestring, about $285 comfortably.
- San Pedro Belize
- About $60 a day on a shoestring, about $295 comfortably.
Set your dates, budget and home airport on any destination below for a total that includes flights.
Free things to do in Belize
- Belize City: Swing Bridge stroll Watch this 1923 manually operated swing bridge open twice daily while street vendors and fishermen line the canal banks.
- Belize City: Baron Bliss Park & Lighthouse Shaded waterfront park with harbor views and the ornate tomb of Belize's greatest benefactor.
- Belize City: Fort George Waterfront Walk Breezy colonial-era seafront with views to the cayes, historic plaques, and people-watching at its finest.
- San Pedro Belize: Stroll the Beach Path Walk the entire length of San Pedro's beachfront, mingling with locals, watching pelicans, and catching a blazing Caribbean sunset.
- San Pedro Belize: Central Park & San Pedro Town Browse the colorful streets, watch local life unfold, and visit the iconic yellow San Pedro church at no cost.
- San Pedro Belize: Swim off Town Pier The public beach near the town pier offers clear water access for snorkeling with your own gear right from shore.
Cheap eats in Belize
- Dit's Restaurant in Belize City, Stew chicken with rice and beans and fresh-squeezed juice Plates $5-8
- Nerie's Restaurant in Belize City, Boil-up (pig tail, fish, breadfruit, and potatoes in a rich broth) Plates $6-10
- Big Daddy's Diner (Memorial Park) in Belize City, Fry jacks with eggs and refried beans at breakfast Plates $4-7
- Elvi's Kitchen in San Pedro Belize, Stewed chicken with rice and beans Plates $8-14
- Estelle's by the Sea in San Pedro Belize, Fry jacks with eggs and beans at breakfast Plates $4-8
- Pupuseria Rica Pupusa in San Pedro Belize, Cheese and bean pupusas with curtido Plates $2-5