Things to do in Placencia

Activities, attractions and tours

Placencia Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views
Maya Beach featuring tropical scenes
Placencia Beach featuring a marina and general coastal views
Placencia Beach which includes a river or creek and a house
Placencia Beach as well as an individual male

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What to do in Placencia

Popular places to visit

Placencia Beach featuring 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 which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes

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

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

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

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

Lagoon Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoon Caye during your travels in Placencia. Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Lagoon Caye

Little Water Caye

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Water Caye during your travels in Placencia. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Little Water Caye

Laughing Bird Caye Beach

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

Laughing Bird Caye Beach

Silk Caye National Park

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

Silk Caye National Park

Areas of Placencia

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Placencia Village

If you're spending some time in Placencia Village, Placencia Beach and Jaguar Bowling Lanes are top sights worth seeing.

Placencia Village
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Caribbean Way

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Maya Beach while you're exploring Caribbean Way and the larger area.

Caribbean Way
Maya Beach

Maya Beach

Maya Beach might not have many top sights, but Maya Beach and Inky's Mini Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Maya Beach
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Cocoplum

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

Cocoplum
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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
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Surfside

Though Surfside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Maya Beach and Placencia Beach.

Surfside

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.