Ignacio Zaragoza Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ignacio Zaragoza
Popular places to visit
Veracruz Harbour
Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.
Veracruz Aquarium
Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.
Malecón de Veracruz
Malecón de Veracruz is just one of the places to see in Veracruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Zócalo
You can learn about the history of Veracruz when you stop by Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Veracruz Cathedral
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.
Activities
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
Night Tour of Veracruz in a Double-Decker Bus
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
ATV tour to jade cavern with transfer (single or double)
Our pick of the best Ignacio Zaragoza Hotel Deals
Hotel Acuario de Veracruz
Hotel Villamar
Es muy buen servicio sólo no tienen personal para el equipaje pero bueno
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel Hostal de Cortes
Veracruz Suites Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Camino Real Veracruz
Muy buena opción para hospedarse en Veracruz. Habitaciones muy amplias y cómodas. El staff es muy amable.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
The room is fine but a rotten plague came out of the bathroom, the water in the bathroom was stagnant and I reported it but they didn't do anything
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Ignacio Zaragoza
Malecon
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 Harbour or Veracruz Aquarium.
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.
Zona Centro
While there might not be top attractions in Zona Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veracruz Harbour and Zócalo.
Old Town Veracruz
Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Veracruz Harbour or Zócalo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
