What to do in Placencia

Activities, attractions and tours

Placencia Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Placencia Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Maya Beach which includes tropical scenes
Placencia Beach which includes general coastal views and a marina
Placencia Beach showing a river or creek and a house

Placencia Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Placencia has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Placencia is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Placencia to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Placencia Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Placencia attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Recommended things to do in Placencia

Number of things to do
45
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Swim and Unwind at a Scenic Waterfall from Hopkins Village: CA $117
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Placencia

Discover the most popular places to visit in Placencia

Placencia Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Placencia Beach

Discover the Belize whale shark on a diving trip from one of the cays and islands near this sandy beach. Enjoy its restaurants and cafés too.

Placencia Beach
Maya Beach showing tropical scenes and general coastal views

Maya Beach

Feel the gorgeous golden sand beneath your feet as you walk around this community made up of homes, bars, resorts and an art gallery.

Maya Beach
Belize, Caribbean Sea, Wild Orchid Caye

Moho Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Moho Caye during your travels in Placencia. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Moho Caye
Aerial photos of the Silk Cayes in the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve located in the southern waters of Belize.

Silk Caye Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Silk Caye Beach during your trip to Placencia? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Silk Caye Beach
Belize, Caribbean Sea, Stann Creek District near Placencia. Laughing Bird Caye National Park located on the Belize Barrier Reef.

Laughing Bird Caye National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Laughing Bird Caye National Park, a lovely green space in Laughing Bird Caye. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Laughing Bird Caye National Park
A row of thatched palapas on golden sand on the tiny island of Rendezvous Caye in the Belize Barrier Reef, off the coast of Belize, Central America

Lagoon Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoon Caye during your travels in Placencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoon Caye

Silk Caye National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Silk Caye National Park, a lovely green space in Placencia. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Silk Caye National Park

Ranguana Caye Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ranguana Caye Beach during your trip to Placencia? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Ranguana Caye Beach

Little Water Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Water Caye during your travels in Placencia. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Little Water Caye

Explore areas of Placencia

Belize, Placencia, Aerial view of village on sea coast

Placencia Village

While visiting Placencia Village, you might make a stop by sights like Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes.

Placencia Village
Erholung am Strand

Caribbean Way

4/5(1 area review)

You might consider checking out Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger Placencia area.

Caribbean Way
A light show at the Green Parrot Beach Houses

Maya Beach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Maya Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.

Maya Beach
Maya Beach featuring general coastal views and tropical scenes

Cocoplum

While visiting Cocoplum, you might make a stop by sights like Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf.

Cocoplum
Placencia, Belize. Roberts Grove Resort marina with master dive boat, restaurant, protected harbor.

Plantation

When in Plantation, you can plan a visit to Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Plantation
Holy goodness! This place serves THE BEST Indian food. The chef is from Mumbai, worked at a 5🌟hotel in Dubai, as well as India. For the record my boyfriend hates curry and has never eaten Indian food but loved this place. The Naan is just the best thing ever. The staff is great, and they even have a tuk tuk that will pick you up from your hotel and drive you back and forth.

Surfside

When in Surfside, you can plan a visit to Maya Beach and Placencia Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Surfside

 

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Day trip destinations from Placencia

Holy goodness! This place serves THE BEST Indian food. The chef is from Mumbai, worked at a 5🌟hotel in Dubai, as well as India. For the record my boyfriend hates curry and has never eaten Indian food but loved this place. The Naan is just the best thing ever. The staff is great, and they even have a tuk tuk that will pick you up from your hotel and drive you back and forth.

Seine Bight Village

Belizean beach in Placencia

Independence and Mango Creek

Ranguana Caye, Belize

Ranguana Caye

RIO BLANCO NATIONAL PARK, BELIZE - Sep 17, 2020: Santa Cruz falls along Blue Creek

Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Placencia worth visiting?
Renowned for its nature and views, finding awesome things to do in Placencia is simple. Remember to add Placencia Beach to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Placencia?
Placencia Beach and Maya Beach are two excellent places to begin your sightseeing adventures. Remember to explore the retail and dining options in Placencia while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Placencia?
You can't go home without visiting Placencia Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Placencia.
Is three days enough to stay in Placencia?
You can easily enjoy popular sights like Placencia Beach, Maya Beach and Placencia Peninsula with a three-day escape to Placencia. On average, most travellers plan four days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a little longer and check out Hopkins.
Is Placencia a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you'd like to do and see in Placencia. Several key attractions, such as Placencia Beach, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through one of Placencia's cool neighbourhoods, Placencia Village is 0.32 kilometres away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Placencia with kids?
If you're looking for sights and tours for all of your group, take a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in Placencia with kids.

What to do in Placencia for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Placencia. Whether you're into history, art, adventure or just love exploring new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Placencia?
In Placencia, Placencia Beach is a top spot for anyone planning to enjoy the city without taking their wallet out. Also, stroll around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Placencia.

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