government house

laxmih2015

The house is pretty but you only get to see 1/2 of the downstairs, the rest is used for offices. There is sparse information mostly about the house and a bit about the past leaders of Belize. There's an interesting first hand account of a hurricane in the 1800's or early 1900's I believe where all the locals fled to the mansion for cover. The whole thing takes less than an hour even if you read everything.

viking226

Part of a cruise ship tour but to our surprise a great one, a lot of information out in a short period of time, would recommend to anyone

884ginat

Being in Belize for over two weeks, left me wondering and wanting more information about the history of the people and the country. The Mayan culture is very present dating back thousands of years and very famous, but what about the past 100 or event 50 years? While a very young country, Belize is steeped with culture and has a very deep but widespread roots. Their independence was long fought and earned but not without a struggle that is very intriguing. Visiting the government house you will get to be op close to historic treasures from centuries prior, art works from modern artists and for a moment feel like you've stepped back in time in a place where royalty from around the world, dignitaries and celebrities have all stood. Your entry fee is a donation that supports the beautifully restored building and grounds. It is a very affordable visit for groups on a budget.

MaryannF650

This was part of our tour with the Calypso Train Tours with Dillon as our guide. He was extremely well versed in the history of Belize. Although we did not stop and tour the mansion, Dillon provided us with its history. It was a wonderful photo op. He explained that the Government House was the former Governor's residence and is now referred to as the House of Culture with exhibits, etc. Visitors included the Royal Family. It is used today as a museum and for weddings. It is located behind St. John's Cathedral, on the sea. There are three cannons pointing toward the sea and Baron Bliss' boat (major benefactor of Belize). Another bit of history. The Colonial style architecture is adorned with huge verandas. There is an old post office mailbox at the front entrance. Dillon provided us with lots of historical information including how the Governor's wife and staff provided refuge during the 1931 hurricane.

ngreenblum

This little museum had local artists paintings, furniture and just some cool things besides the building is really beautiful. Don't forget to check out the view over the water, just amazing. A really nice quiet stop.

Creslyn

I visited the former Governor's Mansion (Government House) now House of Culture, Belize City -- well upkeep ..... I must say that there is lots to see by way of contemporary local artwork, colonial furnishings, hurricane destruction to both the property and the country over the years, the Royal family member's visit, but no Guide was present to give a brief overview of what the displays were about.The yard in the back boast three cannons pointed towards the sea and Baron Bliss (Belize's greatest benefactor's) boat. The front at the entrance has an old Post Office mail box...interesting, but again no explanation plaque.

deelightfull

This is a tiny little museum, mostly local art, and a couple of small history related exhibits. It's right behind St John's, you may as well come here once you've gone there, but it's not worth it on it's own.

vtmr

The Government House in Belize City is worth a trip, if you have time left over and nothing else to do. Entrance fee is 5$. You can learn and read a little bit of the countrys history and they have a little ert gallery. That is about it. Nice view over the ocean!!

bzenurse

It was a very inviting environment. I had the best childhood. The grounds with all the tress and right next to the sea made it very relaxing

PBTravelstheWorld

Though not in use now, the Governor's former residence has been turned into a museum of the recent past. There are a couple of rooms of art work by local artists and you can walk though the rooms to get a feel of what it was like in the colonial era. There are dishes and glass from past eras and story boards that tell of surviving hurricanes written by the Governor General's wife. One of the main features is the building itself. A Plantation style wooden house with large verandas. It's worth an hour or so to get a peek of the history of Belize.

jerryd977

Modest entry fee charge. Excellent architectural display from the colonial period with historical documents to read, pictures to view and old furniture on display from the colonial period. Restrooms on the grounds. Takes about one hour to view entire house comprehensively, or can be done in about thirty minutes if one doesn't want to read all the historical documents.

nonac2013

It is a very lovely building with some interesting displays of china, glass, flatware and furniture. It was also very interesting reading about the governor's wife's response to the 1931 hurricane and how she and her staff had to provide for all the people seeking refuge.

keisuked

There were some exhibits on the life in Colonial Belize in a beautiful colonial mansion house, but really not enough to attract my interest for more than 15 minutes. Considering the entrance fee, I wouldn't recommend it unless your are exceptionally interested in colonial life under British rule.

KellyW193

My sister got married here a few years ago, since then many people have used the venue for weddings..its beautiful and historic. Back in the colonial days the governor used to live here. One of the few colonial style buildings still standing in Belize City. Nice location..on the sea.

lillianday

Very well defined displays, great education about Belize and it is easy to get to by car or bus. located in the city