Ignacio Zaragoza

Veracruz

Popular places to visit

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

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 which includes 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 showing 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 which includes 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 showing a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

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

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Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio

RM199
per adult
Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

RM85
per adult
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation

Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation

RM377
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Veracruz: Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

RM85
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

RM477
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour
Tajín and Papantla Tour from Veracruz or Boca del Río by Highway

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

RM442
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Tajín and Papantla Tour from Veracruz or Boca del Río by Highway
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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 RM298 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM298
RM351 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (565 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 (355 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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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 RM105 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM105
RM138 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 (197 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
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! (196 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025

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Veracruz Suites Hotel
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (59 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 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Affordable,nice staff,very friendly, I enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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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 which includes a bay or harbor and a city

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
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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 Veracruz Cathedral and Zócalo.

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

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
Naval Historical Museum featuring interior views

Faros

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

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

Los Portales

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

Los Portales

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