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?
It depends on the city and how you travel. Open any destination below and set your dates, budget and home airport to get an estimated total for flights, stays and day-to-day spending, rather than a generic average.
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.
- 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.