Nueva Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
Our pick of the best Nueva Hotel Deals
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Camino Real Veracruz
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Hotel Gran Via
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nueva
Las Brisas
Though Las Brisas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour.
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.
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
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.
Los Laureles 2
While there might not be top attractions in Los Laureles 2, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquatico Inbursa and Benito Juarez Auditorium.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
