Ignacio Zaragoza

Veracruz

Popular places to visit

Veracruz Harbour featuring a city, a sunset and a square or plaza

Veracruz Harbour

Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.

Veracruz Harbour
Veracruz Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

Veracruz Aquarium

Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.

Veracruz Aquarium
San Juan de Ulua Castle which includes a lake or waterhole and heritage elements

San Juan de Ulua Castle

Once the main landing point for new arrivals to Spanish-ruled Mexico, this 16th-century fortress is shrouded in the legends of explorers and pirate attacks.

San Juan de Ulua Castle
Veracruz Cathedral showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Veracruz Cathedral

Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.

Veracruz Cathedral
Carranza Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture

Carranza Lighthouse

Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay.

Carranza Lighthouse
Naval Historical Museum featuring a square or plaza and military items

Naval Historical Museum

Artillery displays, model ships and portrayals of historic battles bring Mexico’s naval past to life at this modern and informative museum.

Naval Historical Museum

Things to do

Veracruz: Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

S$26
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
Veracruz: Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

S$9
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Attractions

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Wax Museum and Ripley Museum

S$30
per adult
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Wax Museum and Ripley Museum
5 Attractive With Aquarium And Mandinga Included

5 Attractive With Aquarium And Mandinga Included (in Veracruz)

S$81
per adult
5 Attractive With Aquarium And Mandinga Included (in Veracruz)
Skip-the-line ticket to San Juan de Ulua Fortress

San Juan de Ulua Fortress Ticket

S$18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Juan de Ulua Fortress Ticket
ATV tour to jade cavern with transfer

ATV tour to jade cavern with transfer (single or double)

S$71
per adult
ATV tour to jade cavern with transfer (single or double)
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Top hotels in Ignacio Zaragoza

Hotel Hostal de Cortes

Hotel Hostal de Cortes

3 out of 5
Boulevard Manuel Avila Camacho, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$73 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
S$73
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (589 reviews)
"Excellent hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2025

Hotel Hostal de Cortes
Hotel Acuario de Veracruz

Hotel Acuario de Veracruz

3 out of 5
Velencia No. 225, Col. Ignacio Zaragoza, Veracruz, VER
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and ...
6.2/10 (373 reviews)
"The property was very dirty. There was a leak in the bathroom and no hot water. There was no soap in the bathroom. The floors, the toilet, and the shower were messy. Also, the elevator wasn’t working so we had to take the stairs just to the second floor but it is a tall building not sure if it has ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2025

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Hotel Acuario de Veracruz
Veracruz Suites Hotel

Veracruz Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Av. Ricardo Flores Magón 1000, Ignacio Zaragoza, Veracruz, VER
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (202 reviews)
"It was an old building but well maintained and the staff was very nice professional and helpful. The beach was I block away. Look for Marcel restaurant and ask for Enrique!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept, 2025

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Veracruz Suites Hotel
OYO Hotel San Martin

OYO Hotel San Martin

2.5 out of 5
Simon Bolivar No. 70, Esq. Blvd. Avila Camacho, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$41 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
S$41
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Veracruz Harbour are located ...
5.2/10 (207 reviews)
"When I arrived there were no rooms available, the receptionist had a malicious attitude, it is a hotel that shows one thing on networks and when I arrived it is a very different one with dirty and poorly organized areas, when I was going to leave, as if by magic a room appeared, When I went to see ..."

Reviewed on 11 May, 2024

OYO Hotel San Martin
Hotel Atlantico

Hotel Atlantico

2.5 out of 5
1711 Gabriel Garzón Cossa Reforma, Veracruz, VER
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Veracruz Harbour are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (66 reviews)
"Nice staff, quite area, hotel needs updating,/painting, room damp, ok for a night or 2. January 2025."

Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2025

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Hotel Atlantico
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz

4.5 out of 5
Blvd Manuel Avila Camacho S/N, Fraccionamiento Costa de Oro, Boca del Río, VER
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$190 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
S$190
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Location is good but the condition of the hotel are regular no for a 5 start hotel look like a 3 start. Dinner and food regular"

Reviewed on 2 Oct, 2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
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Other neighbourhoods around Ignacio Zaragoza

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Vista Mar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Benito Juarez Auditorium and Veracruz Aquarium.

Vista Mar
Carranza Lighthouse featuring a city and a bay or harbour

Malecon

4/5(1 area review)

Malecon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Veracruz Aquarium or Zócalo.

Malecon
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Zona Centro

While there might not be top attractions in Zona Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Zócalo and Benito Juarez Auditorium.

Zona Centro
Veracruz Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, performance art and a square or plaza

Old Town Veracruz

Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Veracruz
Naval Historical Museum showing interior views

Faros

If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Faros
Veracruz Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, performance art and a square or plaza

Los Portales

While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.

Los Portales

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