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

Tour to Tajín and Papantla from Veracruz or Boca del Río

Tajín and Papantla Tour from Veracruz or Boca del Río by Highway

S$132
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tajín and Papantla Tour from Veracruz or Boca del Río by Highway
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation

Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation

S$109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Veracruz

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

S$9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Dunes at Sabanal aboard an ATV

Dunes at Sabanal aboard an ATV

S$122
per adult
Dunes at Sabanal aboard an ATV
From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Sightseeing Tour

From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Sightseeing Tour

S$187
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Tajin & Papantla Sightseeing Tour
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

S$25
per adult
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium
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Top hotels in Zona Centro

OYO Hotel Merida
OYO Hotel Merida
2.5 out of 5
00, Pino Suárez 2625, Centro, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$47 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
S$47
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Veracruz Harbour are ...
6/10 (60 reviews)
Suficiente
"Excelente ubicación, si le dieran un mejor mantenimiento al inmueble sería un lugar de excelente, pueden mejorar su atención y ofrecer mejores amenidades"

Reviewed on 25 Jun,2024

OYO Hotel Merida
Hotel Climar
Hotel Climar
2 out of 5
3527 Avenida Revillagigedo, Veracruz
The price is S$43 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
S$43
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Zócalo are located nearby.
Hotel Climar
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$264 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$264
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"We had problems getting hot water for taking a shower twice. You don't expect to face into this issues on this kind of hotel. Beside that, everything was fine."

Reviewed on 27 Jan,2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
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$124 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$124
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,242 reviews)
"Best place to stay for shopping and walking everywhere. Bathroom sink had a funny smell maybe for the high tide"

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Paseo Del Malecon No 244, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$109 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$109
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (1,147 reviews)
"Very comfortable and clean rooms. Conveniently located close to the port. Easy parking across the street."

Reviewed on 28 Jan,2025

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Hotel Gran Via
Hotel Gran Via
3 out of 5
Salvador Diaz Miron 1572, Entre Collado y Tuero Molina, Veracruz, VER
The price is S$55 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
S$55
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Zócalo are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"stop sening me this stukpid messages"

Reviewed on 16 Jan,2025

Hotel Gran Via
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Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro

Veracruz Cathedral which includes a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and performance art

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
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 Carranza Lighthouse.

Malecon
Naval Historical Museum which includes interior views

Faros

If you're spending some time in Faros, Carranza Lighthouse and Veracruz Harbour 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 Laguna de Sontecomapan and Benito Juarez Auditorium.

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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Los Laureles 2

While there might not be top attractions in Los Laureles 2, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquatico Inbursa and Veracruz Cathedral.

Los Laureles 2

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