Old Town Veracruz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Veracruz
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
City Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in City Museum during your trip to Veracruz. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
Night Tour of Veracruz in a Double-Decker Bus
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Antigua-Cempoala and Quiahuiztlan Archaeological Day Trip
Our pick of the best Old Town Veracruz Hotel Deals
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
"Todo bien"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Veracruz Centro Histórico
"Location is great very central. Rooms are small but comfortable. Front desk staff was not very friendly or helpful when asked questions."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hotel Royalty
"Mi hija viajo de indiana a veracruz para visitar unos familiares yo le reserve este hotel para q tenga vista al mar y se sintiera de lo mejor ... nunca se me notificó q el aire acondicionado no servía y les ofrecieron alejarlos en otro lado pero no estaba bonito ni con vistas al mar. Esto me dejó ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Gran Hotel Diligencias
"Muy bueno"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
"Habitaciones muy limpias"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Hotel Baluarte
"The hotel itself it's clean the morning staff Letty was friendly helpful and polite but the evening staff lady on the other hand was rude and very Curt. The room smell like mold, mildew and oder couldn't put my finger on the right word there was mold on the walls. the AC control is only one speed. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Veracruz
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.
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.
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.
Las Bajadas
Las Bajadas is well liked for its golf courses. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Veracruz area, you might plan a trip to Aquatico Inbursa or Veracruz Harbour.
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.
