Belize City is the largest city in the small country of Belize, an industrial port, and a mainstay on the cruise ship circuit. With a population of around 70,000, its considered more of a small-big city, more of a place where people go to relax than it is a place for a lot of excitement.
Belize City’s biggest attractions are its island beaches. It doesn’t take long to get to any of them, and its most popular beach is called San Pedro Town, which has also become a major tourist attraction of its own. Other beaches in the area include Caye Caulker, Hopkins, and Placencia Peninsula. One of the resorts right outside of Belize City, Seas Guesthouse, has its own quality beach, which is called Cucumber Beach.
There are a couple of museums in Belize City, the Museum of Belize, which is known for its extensive collection of Mayan artifacts within what used to be a colonial prison, and the Marine and Coastal Zone Museums. There a commercial district with lots of small shops and restaurants as well.
There are also a few attractions which visitors might find interesting. One of those things is the only manual swing bridge in the world, which spans the area between Haulover Creek and the Belize River, and is only activated twice a day, once at 5:30 PM, which is when tourists will gather to see how it operates. Another attraction is the Fore George Lighthouse, built on top of a French fort in the 18th century. Near the lighthouse you’ll still see cannons that were set up, but never had to be used.
Belize City is a comfortable place in a small country with outlets to many relaxing islands and it will offer some peace and tranquility whether you’re stopping by on a short visit via a cruise or looking to stay for a few days.
Belize has it all, especially if you’re looking for a great beach vacation destination. There are island beaches, museums, rivers, creeks and manual swing bridge, restaurants and so much more. If you’re looking for a sweet destination to relax and enjoy life, Belize is certainly an option.