Old Town Veracruz
Veracruz
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Zócalo
You can learn about the history of Veracruz with a stop at Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Veracruz Cathedral
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.
Carranza Lighthouse
Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay.
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.
Bastion of Santiago Museum
Visit the sole surviving fort from Veracruz’s ancient city wall. Today, the structure houses a museum of pre-Hispanic and colonial-era relics.
Veracruz Harbour
Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.
Old Town Veracruz Hotel Deals
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
The rooms should be updated with more outlets for laptops, watches, mobile phones, etc.
Reviewed on 2026/3/12
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
Gran Hotel Diligencias
Great place to stay..
Reviewed on 2026/3/14
Hotel Royalty
Na
Reviewed on 2026/3/16
Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon
Clean in general, however the towels which were supposed to be white, were grayish. The air conditioner was quite loud and old. Service was really good as well as the location and the food at the restaurant was good too. However, there’s room for improvement…
Reviewed on 2026/2/26
Veracruz Centro Histórico
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Other neighborhoods around Old Town Veracruz
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
Faros
While visiting Faros, you might make a stop by sights like Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse.
Zona Centro
When in Zona Centro, you can plan a visit to Zócalo and Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Malecon
Malecon is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Regatas Beach and Veracruz Aquarium while in the area.
Ignacio Zaragoza
While visiting Ignacio Zaragoza, you might make a stop by sights like Villa del Mar Beach and Veracruzano Coral Reef System National Park.
Vista Mar
Vista Mar might not have many top sights, but Benito Juarez Auditorium and Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
