Explore on your own rating
The city itself has limited attractions. Belize's highlights (caves, ruins, reef) are an hour or more away, so a tour is easier.
Where ships dock
- Tender port: ships anchor offshore
- Tenders land at the Fort Street Tourism Village
Getting to town
Tenders take about 15–20 minutes each way. The Tourism Village has shops and tour desks; central Belize City is just beyond it.
Licensed taxis have green plates and no meters. Agree the fare first. Sources report about US$10 for city rides. Most cruisers book tours for cave tubing, Altun Ha Maya ruins, zip-lining or reef snorkeling.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Top sights nearby
- Altun Ha Maya site (tour)
- Cave tubing at Nohoch Che'en (tour)
- Belize Zoo
- Swing Bridge and Fort George area
Beaches
- Goff's Caye (snorkel tour)
- Cucumber Beach (near the city; taxi)
Safety & tips
- Tender lines can be long. Factor them into tour times.
- Book with licensed operators (Belize Tourism Board).
- Stay in tourist areas in the city.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Tours can be 1–1.5 hours from the city. Book ones with a return guarantee and watch the last tender time.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.