Vista Mar

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
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
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

Things to do

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Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio

RM200
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

RM86
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

RM86
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

RM483
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

RM448
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 Vista Mar

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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Hotel Gran Via
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 RM321 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM321
RM379 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,424 reviews)
"Great Service"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 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 RM446 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM446
RM527 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,360 reviews)
"Great historical hotel in the heart of the action. Beds were comfy. A little outdated"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Veracruz Centro Histórico

Veracruz Centro Histórico

3.5 out of 5
Av Independencia Esq Miguel Lerdo, Centro, Veracruz, VER
The price is RM269 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
RM269
RM317 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The area is getting better"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Veracruz Centro Histórico
Gran Hotel Diligencias

Gran Hotel Diligencias

4 out of 5
1115 Independence Avenue Downtown, Veracruz, VER
The price is RM202 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
RM202
RM238 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,050 reviews)
"Great placeba bathroom area needed to be remodeling ASAP Besides that the place is very nice"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Gran Hotel Diligencias
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 RM516 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM516
RM610 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (1,288 reviews)
"Great service!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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
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
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
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

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