Zona Centro

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
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
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
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

RM30
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

RM30
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Veracruz: Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

RM85
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
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
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

RM117
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

RM93
per adult
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
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Top hotels in Zona Centro

Merida D3

Merida D3

2 out of 5
Av Pino Suárez Zona Centro Veracruz VER
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Veracruz Harbour are located ...
2/10 (2 reviews)
Súper grosera, me dijo que no tenían mi reservación y que eso era culpa de expedia, lo bueno que se pagaba al llegar, obvio no nos quisimos hospedar ahí

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

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Merida D3
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz

4.5 out of 5
Blvd Manuel Avila Camacho S/N Boca del Río VER
The price is RM599 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
RM599
RM707 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely hotel

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
Camino Real Veracruz

Camino Real Veracruz

4.5 out of 5
3650 Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd Boca del Río VER
The price is RM357 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
RM357
RM422 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,436 reviews)
Everything perfect

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Camino Real Veracruz
Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Emporio Veracruz Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Del Malecon No 244 Veracruz VER
The price is RM357 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
RM357
RM421 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,569 reviews)
La ubicación es perfecta

Reviewed on 16 Nov 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM341 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
RM341
RM402 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,663 reviews)
Great place to stay great people great service

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Gran Hotel Diligencias

Gran Hotel Diligencias

4 out of 5
1115 Independence Avenue Downtown Veracruz VER
The price is RM179 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
RM179
RM211 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
Great location. Rooms are dated. Comfortable stay.

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Gran Hotel Diligencias
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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 Cascada el Encanto.

Los Portales
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
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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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 Estadio Universitario Beto Avila.

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

Zona Centro