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
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

Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Veracruz

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

RM31
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Veracruz: Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

RM31
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

RM87
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium
Veracruz: Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

RM87
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

RM119
per adult
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

RM95
per adult
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
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Top hotels in Vista Mar

Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Emporio Veracruz Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Del Malecon No 244, Veracruz, VER
The price is RM358 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM358
RM422 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,518 reviews)
"Nice hotel location. Clean rooms, friendly staff and good service. There is a garage across very busy street. Very good breakfast with big verity food and pastries. Coffee ist decent but tee is simply a disaster (no idea why?) Breakfast on Weekend days is absolute mess, especially the time around ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
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 RM348 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM348
RM411 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,610 reviews)
"Excellent staff balcony good view yet private enough to get more than romantic"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Camino Real Veracruz

Camino Real Veracruz

4.5 out of 5
3650 Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd, No 3650, Boca del Río, VER
The price is RM428 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM428
RM506 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,379 reviews)
"The canopy next to the ocean are great"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Camino Real Veracruz
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 RM591 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM591
RM698 total
26 Oct - 27 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! (1,005 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
Gran Hotel Diligencias

Gran Hotel Diligencias

4 out of 5
1115 Independence Avenue Downtown, Veracruz, VER
The price is RM118 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM118
RM139 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,134 reviews)
"Good hotel. GREAT Location except for the music out front. But it didnt bother me much. Room had a lot of space. But, if you have respiratory issues shud reconsider. Our room had mold. But as experiences go. I was comfortable. Thanks Gran hotel Diligencias:)"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Gran Hotel Diligencias
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

3 out of 5
Cap, de Fragata Pedro Sainz De Baranda, S/N Fracc.Faros, Veracruz, VER
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 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 Zócalo and Benito Juarez Auditorium.

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 Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour 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 Zócalo.

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 Palacio Municipal.

Los Portales
Naval Historical Museum featuring 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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