Zona Centro

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
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)
Tlacotalpan Day Tour from Veracruz

Tlacotalpan Day Tour from Veracruz

S$116
per adult
Tlacotalpan Day Tour from Veracruz
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

S$146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour
Skip-the-line ticket to San Juan de Ulua Fortress

San Juan de Ulua Fortress Ticket

S$18
per adult
San Juan de Ulua Fortress Ticket
From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Tour. Fast Way

From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Tour. Fast Way

S$172
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Tour. Fast Way
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Top hotels in Zona Centro

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas

4 out of 5
Blvd Adolfo Ruiz Cortines 3495, Boca del Río, VER
The price is S$130 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$130
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,501 reviews)
google maps is wrong...but worth the find
"Google Maps is wrong, it will lead you on the wrong side of the Avenue about 600 yards away....but once you find how to get there, it's worth it. Spotless and comfortable hotel. It's situated in a part of a mall. There is underground parking that both the mall and the hotel use. Once in the hotel, ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug, 2025

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Hotel Gran Via

Hotel Gran Via

3 out of 5
Salvador Diaz Miron 1572, Entre Collado y Tuero Molina, Veracruz, VER
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Veracruz Harbour ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Affordable,nice staff,very friendly, I enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 18 Jul, 2025

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Hotel Gran Via
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
The price is S$233 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$233
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Comparatively expensive"

Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Emporio Veracruz Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Del Malecon No 244, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$132 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$132
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,426 reviews)
"Great customer service"

Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Veracruz

Four Points by Sheraton Veracruz

3.5 out of 5
Bv. Adolfo Ruiz Cortinez 1917 - 1997, Costa de Oro, Boca del Río, VER
The price is S$102 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$102
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel, at a great place"

Reviewed on 9 Jul, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Veracruz
Camino Real Veracruz

Camino Real Veracruz

4.5 out of 5
3650 Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd, No 3650, Boca del Río, VER
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$180 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$180
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,327 reviews)
"I love this hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Aug, 2025

Camino Real Veracruz
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Veracruz Cathedral or Zócalo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Veracruz
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 Veracruz Cathedral.

Los Portales
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 Veracruz Cathedral.

Malecon
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
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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
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Ignacio Zaragoza

If you're spending some time in Ignacio Zaragoza, Villa del Mar Beach and Veracruzano Coral Reef System National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Ignacio Zaragoza

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