The Museum of Belize is an art and history museum in Belize City, Belize. Built between 1854 and 1857 as a Her Majesty’s Prison while the area was …
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Mar 22, 2025
Visiting this museum was very interesting and informative. The admission fee is 7$ US and I was the only person there when I went. There are two levels to explore and I found the exhibit on slavery f…Full review by caminowalker35
Mar 5, 2025
During our visit to Belize, we made our way to the Belize Museum, which is conveniently located near the ferry building, making it easy to walk there. The museum offers an intriguing glimpse into the…Full review by David Z
Feb 8, 2025
Enjoyed learning a little about the history of Belize, especially the harvesting of wood by slaves. There’s a really good exhibit of stuffed local birds most of which had been hit by a car. It was a…Full review by George P
What can we do on our own once we depart the cruise ship on the 28th of December? Can we walk from port to town and museum? Thanks for your help. Gladice
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I'd disagree with the other posters. Belize City is not the safest place, and taking a wrong turn (even in day time) can lead you to places where you might feel insecure. Take a cab …
I'd disagree with the other posters. Belize City is not the safest place, and taking a wrong turn (even in day time) can lead you to places where you might feel insecure. Take a cab (they're inexpensive).
Is this facility handicap accessible? One person in our party is in a wheelchair.she can do minimal stairs and slight inclines if needed.
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Yes. As the reviewers below point out, the museum has a ramp at the front and wide sidewalks and corridors. There's also an elevator to the second floor, which houses the intereesting …
Yes. As the reviewers below point out, the museum has a ramp at the front and wide sidewalks and corridors. There's also an elevator to the second floor, which houses the intereesting Mayan and outstanding insect collections.
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