Barrio de la Veracruz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio de la Veracruz
Popular places to visit
Santa Prisca Cathedral
Towering over Borda Square with its twin belfry, this 18th-century church is one of Mexico’s most exquisite examples of Baroque architecture.
Borda Square
The pulsating central square of Taxco is home to resplendent architecture, museums, entertaining street performers, silver shops, bars and cafés.
Teleferico de Montetaxco
You can take time to visit Teleferico de Montetaxco during your travels to Taxco. Visit the shops and cathedral in this walkable area.
Plaza de las Americas Shopping Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza de las Americas Shopping Mall during your stay in Taxco. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.
Casa Humboldt
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Casa Humboldt during your trip to Taxco. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.
Guerrero Park
Explore the great outdoors at Guerrero Park, a lovely green space in Taxco. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.
Activities
Taxco & Cuernavaca with Pre-Hispanic Mine Tour
Discover the Magical Towns of Taxco & Cuernavaca form Mexico City
Taxco: Ultimate Full-Day Experience + Breakfast & Lunch Included
Puebla, Cholula & Tonantzintla + Taxco, Cuernaca & Mine 2-Day Tour
Taxco and caves of Cacahuamilpa from Mexico City
Celebration of the Passion of Christ in Taxco
Our pick of the best Barrio de la Veracruz Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Paula
The pool was quite small and we didn't have time to use it. Nice area though
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
HOTEL ALEIA. Centro
The rooms are verry small, the room was not able to lock, problems with the shower drainage, no tv
Reviewed on 20 July 2025
Hotel Montetaxco
Teléfono no sirvió habitación 227
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel & Balneario Los Angeles
Great location, nice surroundings and views.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Agua Escondida Taxco Centro
Overall, this hotel was a pretty standard stay. The biggest highlight was definitely the location—being right across from the church made it very convenient and added to the experience. The pool was also a standout feature, and we really enjoyed the few hours we spent there. The terrace restaurant ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel Quinta Ventura
More clean and more clean the rooms looks dirty
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de la Veracruz
Taxco Centro
While visiting Taxco Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Borda Square and Casa Borda Cultural Center.
Del Ex Convento
While Del Ex Convento may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Borda Square and Teleferico de Montetaxco.
Barrio de Guadalupe
Though Barrio de Guadalupe may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Borda Square and Casa Borda Cultural Center.
Del Panteón
Though Del Panteón may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Borda Square and Plaza de las Americas Shopping Mall.
Del Chorrillo
While Del Chorrillo isn't home to many top sights, Teleferico de Montetaxco and Borda Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
