Old Town Veracruz Travel Guide

Veracruz

A sign for Museo Naval Mexico with a circular emblem above it.
A statue of a man in a suit standing in front of a large white building with a clock tower.
A statue of a seated figure holding a rifle, with a building in the background.
A vintage typewriter on a wooden surface with a patterned wall in the background.
A museum exhibit with cannons and a large painting on the wall.

Stay near popular Old Town Veracruz attractions

A plaza with a large white building featuring domes and a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and street lamps.

Veracruz Cathedral

9.0/10 (1,369 reviews)
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.
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Things to do

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions

£15
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Veracruz

Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour

£6
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

£6
per adult
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

£22
per adult
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

£28
per adult
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
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Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio

£62
per adult
Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio
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Top hotels in Old Town Veracruz

Gran Hotel Diligencias

Gran Hotel Diligencias

4 out of 5
1115 Independence Avenue Downtown Veracruz VER
The price is £38 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
£38
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (1,228 reviews)
"I recently stayed at this hotel and had a mixed experience. Overall, the property was very well kept, and the employees were amazing, friendly, and extremely helpful. However, there were a few issues that affected my stay. Although the hotel appeared very clean, the first room I was given had roaches, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Gran Hotel Diligencias
Emporio Veracruz Hotel

Emporio Veracruz Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Del Malecon No 244 Veracruz VER
The price is £65 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
£65
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,999 reviews)
"Buen hotel"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz

3 out of 5
Cap, de Fragata Pedro Sainz De Baranda Veracruz VER
The price is £38 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
£38
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
Veracruz Centro Histórico

Veracruz Centro Histórico

3.5 out of 5
Av Independencia Esq Miguel Lerdo Veracruz VER
The price is £60 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£60
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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)
"Everything is old."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Veracruz Centro Histórico
Hotel Baluarte

Hotel Baluarte

3 out of 5
Francisco Canal n 265 and 16 de Sept. Veracruz VER
The price is £37 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£37
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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. ...
Hotel Baluarte
Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon

Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon

3.5 out of 5
General Figueroa No 68 Veracruz VER
The price is £60 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£60
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Veracruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon
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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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A coastal cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a large white building, and a port with cranes.

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 Villa del Mar Beach or Zócalo.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent tower, a beach, and a clear blue sky.

Salvador Díaz Mirón

While visiting Salvador Díaz Mirón, you might make a stop by sights like Benito Juarez Auditorium and Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri.

A coastal cityscape with modern buildings, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

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.

A waterfront promenade with a central plaza, a clock tower, and modern buildings.

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.

An island with a lighthouse, clear turquoise waters, and a small pier.

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 Benito Juarez Auditorium.

Old Town Veracruz Travel Guide

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