Old Town Veracruz Travel Guide
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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.
Things to do
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
£15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
£6
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
£6
per adult
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
£21
per adult
Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio
£35
per adult
Top hotels in Old Town Veracruz
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Paseo Del Malecon No 244 Veracruz VER
The price is £64 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£64
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews)
"Great service! Will definitely be back soon!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Veracruz Centro Histórico
Av Independencia Esq Miguel Lerdo Veracruz VER
The price is £59 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
£59
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"El hotel es lindo pero ocio es un poco viejo se entiende por su historia pero podrían mejorar su aire acondicionado nosotros nos quedamos en su penthouse y todo muy bien excepto el aire acondicionado si hay que invertir un poco en eso"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Royalty
Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 503 Veracruz VER
The price is £45 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£45
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"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 Jun 2026
Gran Hotel Diligencias
1115 Independence Avenue Downtown Veracruz VER
The price is £40 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£40
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,196 reviews)
"Muy bueno"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
Cap, de Fragata Pedro Sainz De Baranda Veracruz VER
The price is £34 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£34
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Habitaciones muy limpias"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Baluarte
Francisco Canal n 265 and 16 de Sept. Veracruz VER
The price is £34 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£34
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"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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Where to stay in Old Town Veracruz
Find the best Old Town Veracruz areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Town Veracruz
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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.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Naval Historical Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
Old Town Veracruz Travel Guide
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