Historic Belize City & Rum Museum Tour: The Veteran's Way
About This Tour
Discover the soul of the Old Capital with guides who have been showing visitors these streets for over 25 years. Walk through the history that made Belize, from the Baron Bliss Lighthouse to the world's only manually operated Swing Bridge, then taste world-famous Belizean rum at the Traveller's Liquors Heritage Center. This isn't just a drive-by tour — it's a journey through the legends and landmarks that shaped a nation.
- • Visit the Baron Bliss Lighthouse — Belize's greatest benefactor's legacy
- • See the Swing Bridge — only manually operated swing bridge left in the world
- • Explore St. John's Cathedral — oldest Anglican church in Central America (1812)
- • Visit Government House (House of Culture) — former seat of British power
- • Tour the Supreme Court Building overlooking Battlefield Park
- • Taste world-famous rum at Traveller's Liquors Heritage Center
- • Learn the stories only locals know from veteran guides
- • Pickup from cruise ship port or Belize City hotels
Tour Highlights
- The Baron Bliss Lighthouse - final resting place of Belize's greatest benefactor
- The Swing Bridge - only manually operated swing bridge left in the world
- St. John's Cathedral - oldest Anglican Church in Central America (built 1812)
- Government House (House of Culture) - former seat of British power
- Supreme Court Building - classic British colonial design overlooking Battlefield Park
- Travellers Liquors Heritage Center - premier rum museum
- Rum tasting including the famous One Barrel
- Expert local guides with 25+ years experience
What's Included
What's Not Included
Itinerary
Pickup from Cruise Port or Hotel
Cruise Guests: Meet the guide at Terminal 1, Fort Street Tourism Village. Hotel Guests: Pickup is available right from the lobby for those in the city.
The Baron Bliss Lighthouse
Begin at the final resting place of Belize's greatest benefactor. Hear the true story of why he chose Belize and left his legacy here.
The Swing Bridge
Experience living history at the only manually operated swing bridge left in the world, spanning Haulover Creek.
St. John's Cathedral
Visit the oldest Anglican Church in Central America (built 1812), where four Miskito Kings were crowned. Walk on bricks from England.
Government House (House of Culture)
Explore the former seat of British power, now a center for arts. See colonial architecture and learn about Belize's journey to independence.
Supreme Court Building
View the classic British colonial design overlooking Battlefield Park with its iconic clock tower.
Travellers Rum Museum
The Spirit of Belize! See how sugar cane becomes gold, then sample award-winning rums including the famous One Barrel.
Return to Port or Hotel
Return transportation to cruise port or hotel, completing your 2.5-3 hour cultural journey through the Old Capital.
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Information on Belize
→ Official Belize Travel Information (travelbelize.org)Customer Reviews
Virginia Davis
Denver, Colorado
Great city overview
Perfect introduction to Belize City. We visited the Museum, saw the swing bridge, drove through different neighborhoods, and stopped at the Baron Bliss lighthouse. Guide was excellent, shared interesting history and local knowledge. Good overview of the city's colonial past and modern culture. Short tour, just right for cruise ship visitors or if you have limited time.
November 8, 2024
Albert Harris
Portland, Oregon
Interesting and educational
Belize City tour was more interesting than expected. Our guide was knowledgeable about the city's history - colonial period, Hurricane Hattie, independence. We visited key landmarks including the Museum and Government House. Learned a lot about Belizean culture. Short tour, perfect if you're on a cruise or have a few hours between activities.
October 22, 2024
Joyce Miller
Seattle, Washington
Good city tour
Nice overview of Belize City. We saw the swing bridge, visited the Museum (great exhibits on Maya culture and natural history), and drove through different areas. Guide was friendly and informative, shared stories about the city's past. Short tour, good for cruise passengers or anyone wanting to see the city's highlights. Enjoyed it!
October 10, 2024
Raymond Clark
Calgary, Alberta
Informative tour
Belize City tour was worthwhile. Our guide knew the city well and shared interesting historical facts. We visited the Museum, saw the swing bridge in action, and toured key landmarks. Learned about Hurricane Hattie and how it shaped the city. Short tour, perfect timing for cruise ship visitors. Good introduction to Belizean culture and history.
September 25, 2024
Evelyn Rodriguez
Phoenix, Arizona
Well done city tour
Good tour of Belize City. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly, showed us important landmarks and explained the history. Visited the Museum which has excellent exhibits. Saw the swing bridge and drove through different neighborhoods. Short tour but covered a lot. Perfect if you're on a cruise or have limited time in the city.
September 12, 2024
Howard Martinez
Vancouver, British Columbia
Great overview
Belize City tour was excellent. We saw the main highlights - Museum, swing bridge, Government House, Baron Bliss lighthouse. Guide was very knowledgeable about the city's colonial history and modern development. Learned about Hurricane Hattie's impact. Short tour, well-paced. Good for cruise passengers or anyone wanting a city overview.
August 28, 2024
Ruby Thompson
San Diego, California
Interesting and worthwhile
Really enjoyed the Belize City tour. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, shared interesting stories about the city's past. We visited the Museum (excellent Maya and natural history exhibits), saw the swing bridge, and toured important landmarks. Short tour, perfect timing. Good introduction to Belize's capital city.
August 15, 2024
Jesse Wilson
Austin, Texas
Good city highlights tour
Belize City tour covered the main highlights efficiently. Guide was knowledgeable about local history and culture. We visited the Museum, saw the swing bridge, and drove through different areas learning about the city's development. Short tour, good for cruise visitors or anyone with limited time. Enjoyed learning about Belizean history and culture.
July 25, 2024
Mildred Garcia
Boston, Massachusetts
Educational tour
Belize City tour was informative and well-done. Our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable about the city's colonial history and modern life. We visited key landmarks including the Museum and swing bridge. Learned about Hurricane Hattie and independence. Short tour, perfect length. Great for cruise passengers or anyone wanting to see the city's highlights.
July 10, 2024
per person
Exclusive vehicle and guide for your group only - move at your own pace
+$30/person (+$60 total)