Top Belize City Cultural Tours

Escape the bustle of Belize and head out to Altun Ha, the fantastically preserved ruins of an ancient Mayan city, with this tour from Belize City. Your local guide will start by showing you a few key Belize City landmarks, followed by a journey up to Altun Ha. Here you'll explore the old ruins, learning about how the Mayan people lived in ancient times.

Explore the majestic and mysterious Lamanai Temple on a full-day tour that starts from Belize City, making it possible to visit on a day trip from the cayes. Everything is included, from lunch and transfers to a guided tour of this ancient Mayan site on the banks of the New River Lagoon. Climb to the top of the High Temple, learn about the legends of the Jaguar and Mask temples, and see artifacts at the on-site museum.

Visit ancient Mayan temples and explore scenic mangroves and cave systems with this tour from Belize City. Your guide will meet you at your hotel or cruise port and take you out into the rainforest, where you'll get the chance to inner tube through a beautiful cave system and out onto an open river. You'll then grab lunch before finishing your tour off at the Altun Ha Mayan Temple complex.

Channel your inner archaeologist while exploring Belize’s lush tropical landscapes and ancient history by land and by water. Look for wildlife such as howler monkeys and crocodiles on a cruise down the River Wallace, a historic trading channel. After this aquatic adventure, travel inland to the Altun Ha archaeological site for a guided tour of this once-mighty Mayan city, where you can climb stone pyramids for views over the surrounding rain forest.

Venture deep inside an ancient cave system at Nohoc Chen Park on a cave kayaking adventure from Belize City. Old legends and an underground waterfall await inside a series of caverns that you explore by single or double kayak, wearing an LED headlamp to illuminate crystalline rock formations. Hike through the Belizean rain forest and paddle down open stretches of the Caves Branch River on this half-day tour in the heart of the Maya Mountains.

Snorkel among the vibrant coral gardens of the world’s second-largest barrier reef on a day trip from Belize City. Cruise across the cool blue Caribbean to a spot with shallow depths and clear waters, ideal for admiring colorful sea fans, finger coral, and sponges teeming with fish. At a second stop, dive into waters churning with throngs of (harmless) nurse sharks and sting rays, and then reward your bravery with rum punch and a beach break on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker.

Explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Lamanai, one of the top sights in Belize. Cruise along the New River, spotting exotic wildlife as you make your way toward the awe-inspiring archaeological site. A short jungle hike will lead you to impressive temples, plazas, and stone carvings buried deep in Belize’s rainforest. Round-trip hotel transport and lunch by a tropical lagoon are included in this full-day tour.

Go cave tubing and ziplining on an active shore excursion from Belize City that goes deep into the Belizean rain forest. Float through an underground cave system, soar between treetops, and visit a butterfly house to see some of the rain forest’s most colorful creatures; combining the activities is a great way to ensure you can experience two adventurous Belize highlights, even if you have limited time in port.

Find your own tropical paradise on Goff’s Caye, a tiny island surrounded by the warm blue Caribbean and Belize’s barrier reef. Located just a quick 30-minute boat ride from Belize City, it’s an easy way to escape civilization and spend the day basking on white sandy beaches and snorkeling among colorful fish and coral gardens. Enjoy the comforts of larger islands without the crowds on this blissful Belizean day trip. 

Take a private day trip to the ruins of Altun Ha, and do a bit of sightseeing in Belize City, with this private, guided tour. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Altun Ha, originally a trading center for ancient Maya people, with time left over to enjoy an included lunch and spend time exploring Belize City.

Discover what makes Lamanai one of Belize’s most impressive Mayan ruins on this full-day tour that takes you through an excavated ancient city that rises mysteriously out of the jungle. Look for native wildlife including birds and crocodiles on a river cruise to the archaeological site, where the ruins of the Jaguar and Mask Temples and ancient Mayan palaces beg exploration. See fascinating artifacts like clay pots and temple carvings at the on-site museum, and round out the day with a typical Belizean lunch at a restaurant.

Learn about the history of the Belizean capital from a local guide on this group tour. Highlights include a visit to St. John's Cathedral (the oldest Anglican cathedral in Central America), a stop by the Baron Bliss Lighthouse, and the chance to take your photo in front of the colorful Belize sign.

Explore the history of Belize CIty on a personalized tour. See historical points of interest such as Mayan temples, a lighthouse, Ladyville, and King’s Park, an affluent area where many doctors, lawyers, politicians, and other influential residents live. Drive through the local neighborhoods, visit natural areas, and enjoy free time to shop or relax at the the archeological site of Altun Ha. 

Learn about Belize's animal life and its ancient history on this tour. You'll start with a guided visit to Altun Ha, where you'll learn about how Mayans lived as you check out exceptionally well-preserved ruins. You'll then visit the Black Howler Monkey Sanctuary for a hike through a patch of jungle where many of these cute creatures live.

Combine the best of Belizean nature and culture on this combo tour that includes a visit to the Xunantunich ancient Mayan ruins and the Inland Blue Hole — a beautiful jungle lagoon. The ruins can be difficult to navigate on your own, but a guide explains the site’s fascinating history and helps you safely climb the highest stone temple in Belize. A picnic lunch and all transfers are included for a stress-free adventure.

Combine a tour of Belize City with a visit to the archaeological site at Atltun Ha on this shore excursion/tour from Belize City. You'll start with a tour of Belize City's "Old Capital" area, where you'll learn about local history. You'll then head to Altun Ha to see ancient ruins and learn about Mayan civilization. Note that this tour is private, for groups of four to 14 people.

One of the most impressive Mayan sites in central America, the Altun Ha Archaeological Site is a beautifully preserved ancient city located not far from Belize City. By joining this tour, you'll visit the historic site with a local guide and learn all about how Mayans in the area once lived.

Learn about the history of Belize City as you explore with a local guide on this group tour. You'll see major urban highlights as you make your way through town with a professional guide and a group of fellow travelers. As an added bonus, transfers from your hotel are included, so that you won't need to find your way to a central meeting point to track down your guide.

You’ll enjoy the wide-open spaces and incredible architecture of these ancient historical temples. After trekking an ancient home of the Maya, take a tour of the present-day city that is the heart of Belize.Our guides will meet you upon mainland arrival in Belize City before heading off to Altun Ha, which is the nearest Mayan ruin to the “Old Capital”. Belize City was once the capital of the country, but that changed after Hurricane Hattie when her vulnerability as a seaside city was exposed. The capital was moved inland to Belmopan, but Belize City has remained the Commercial Capital. It is a vibrant, dynamic city that is undergoing modernization to keep up the needs of its people and its growing tourism market. Enjoy some of the remnants of our colonial history, and the landmarks of recent stories that have impacted the changing face of this growing, vibrant city that sits proudly on the Caribbean Sea.

Visit the ancient Mayan site of Altun Ha with this tour from Belize City. Your driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the ancient archaeological site, where you'll visit the on-site museum and explore the ruins as you learn about ancient Mayan culture.

Discover the legend of Altun Ha, Belize's Mayan City, on this half-day tour. Enjoy convenient pickup in central Belize City or the cruise port, with a local guide and driver. Immerse yourself in the ancient Mayan civilization's culture with a visit to the temples and museum at Altun Ha. Afterwards, swim and take part in water sports on the water slides and swings before savoring a delicious lunch in Old Belize.

The atmospheric ruins of Xunantunich are some of the most-visited Mayan ruins in the world. During your stay in Belize, ensure you don’t miss the ancient archeological site on this 6-hour tour of Xunantunich, including cave tubing. Ideal for adventurous travelers, this excursion allows you to explore the Mayan ruins, hike through exotic rainforest, and ride an inflated inner tube down rivers running through darkened caverns. Entrance fees and round-trip transport from your Belize City hotel are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.  

This City tour offers an amazing look at the history and culture of this former British colony in Central America known as Belize as well as the city residence which comprises of wide variety of ethnicities. Perfect for first-time visitors and those who have a short stay in Belize. You are slowly driven on both the north and south sides of the city to view the important landmarks and historical buildings. Your license and experienced driver/guide will be providing detailed and factual information about the different attractions as you drive by. Stop will be made on your behalf for picture taking at the Belize sign and the different landmarks if you desire. This is a short but very educational tour that allows you to see Belize City and do some souvenir shopping as well. A great tour for your introduction into the beautiful county we call home. Belize