walking tour in Belize

[littledipper]

We are thinking of just walking around Belize while we are there in April instead of taking an excursion. We found this walking tour online and just wondering if it would be safe or if anyone has anything to say...good or bad?

 

Begin your stroll at the Fort George Lighthouse and Baron Bliss Memorial, out on the northeastern tip of the city.

Head towards downtown on Fort Street. On your left, you'll find the Belize Tourism Village. As you continue, Fort Street becomes North Front Street. Just before reaching the Swing Bridge, you'll pass a busy section of street that includes the vacant lot that once housed the famous Paslow Building. Across the street, you'll find the Maritime Museum.

Now, cross the Swing Bridge and head south. On your left is the Commercial Center. Wander through the stalls of fresh vegetables, butcher shops, and fish stands. You'll also find some gift shops and souvenir stands here.

The Supreme Court building, off the small Battlefield Park (or Market Square) just a block south of the Swing Bridge. Down at the southern end of Regent Street, you'll find the Government House and St. John's Cathedral. For your return to downtown, head towards the water and come back on the Southern Foreshore Road, stopping in at the Bliss Institute.

[RizzoLee]

I personally didn't feel comfortable just my DH and I walking behind the Tourism Village - too many vendors following you down the street.

 

They were all friendly, but we just kept walking - we didn't want to encourage them.