Zona Centro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Veracruz Aquarium

Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.

Veracruz Aquarium
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Veracruz Harbour

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.

Veracruz Harbour
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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.

San Juan de Ulua Castle
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Veracruz Cathedral

4/5(2 reviews)

Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.

Veracruz Cathedral
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Carranza Lighthouse

4/5(1 review)

Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay.

Carranza Lighthouse
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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.

Naval Historical Museum

Activities

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From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

NZ$41
Per adult
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
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From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour

NZ$159
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour
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From Veracruz: Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour

NZ$159
Per adult
From Veracruz: Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour
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From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec

NZ$153
Per adult
From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec
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From Veracruz: Xalapa, Xico & Coatepec Culture & Coffee Tour

NZ$165
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Veracruz: Xalapa, Xico & Coatepec Culture & Coffee Tour
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Tour to Orizaba and Cordoba from Veracruz or Boca del Río

NZ$174
Per adult
Tour to Orizaba and Cordoba from Veracruz or Boca del Río
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Our pick of the best Zona Centro Hotel Deals

Hotel Gran Via
Hotel Gran Via
3 out of 5
Salvador Diaz Miron 1572, Entre Collado y Tuero Molina, Veracruz, VER
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$57 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$57
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (778 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and nice room."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2023

Hotel Gran Via
OYO Hotel Merida
OYO Hotel Merida
2.5 out of 5
Avenida Pino Suarez 2625, Centro, Veracruz, VER
The price is NZ$67 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
NZ$67
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Zocalo are located ...
6.2/10 (17 reviews)
Planta alta
"Instalaciones bien, pero soy persona de la tercera edad con problemas en rodilla y se me dificultaba subir tantas escaleras... Desayuno muy bien.."

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2024

OYO Hotel Merida
Hotel Papagayo
Hotel Papagayo
2.5 out of 5
Netzahualcoyotl 3185 Esquina Alcocer, Veracruz, VER
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Veracruz Aquarium and Zocalo are located ...
6.4/10 (119 reviews)
Mala experiencia
"La recepcionista muy grosera, nos preguntó de qué aplicación veníamos, y dijo que hoteles.com no tenían convenio, así que me reservación no servía, y como el hotel estaba lleno tenía que buscar otro hotel, en plena Semana Santa."

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2024

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Hotel Papagayo
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Veracruz Boca del Rio
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Veracruz Boca del Rio
4 out of 5
Av Las Americas 241, Boca del Río, VER
The price is NZ$161 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
NZ$161
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Camas muy cómodas, muy buenas amenidades. Único es el ultimo piso se escucha mucho ruido del techo, lo cual hizo la estancia un poco desagradable"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Veracruz Boca del Rio
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
4 out of 5
Blvd Adolfo Ruiz Cortines 3495, Boca del Río, VER
The price is NZ$155 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$155
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean with an upscale feel. Safe. did not like the staff, while they were polite and extremely efficient in performing their duties, they were not approachable nor flexible."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Camino Real Veracruz
Camino Real Veracruz
4.5 out of 5
3650 Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd, No 3650, Boca del Río, VER
The price is NZ$186 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$186
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We got an upgraded room and it was fantastic with a big terrace and nice view of the beach, it included a nice sofa bed, they also gave us bath ropes and sleepers. The service was excellent and the free breakfast buffet was great! I will stay there again."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Camino Real Veracruz
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro

Veracruz Cathedral which includes a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and performance art

Old Town Veracruz

Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Veracruz Cathedral or Zocalo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Old Town Veracruz
Carranza Lighthouse featuring a city and a bay or harbour

Malecon

3/5(2 area reviews)

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 Aquarium or Carranza Lighthouse.

Malecon
Naval Historical Museum which includes interior views

Faros

If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Faros
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Vista Mar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Veracruz Aquarium and Laguna de Sontecomapan.

Vista Mar
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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.

Ignacio Zaragoza
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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 Veracruz Aquarium.

Los Laureles 2

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