Title: Zona Centro Travel Guide: Best of Zona Centro, Veracruz Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Zona Centro](https://expedia.co.uk/Zona-Centro-Veracruz-Hotels.0-n553248635976008234-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Veracruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Veracruz.d3696.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Veracruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Veracruz.d3696.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Zona Centro Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Zona-Centro.d553248635976008234.Car-Hire-Guide)[Zona Centro Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Zona-Centro.d553248635976008234.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Zona Centro Travel Guide ## Veracruz ![Veracruz international commerce port in Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008234/bc1d9b99-d1ad-4347-a04c-dc15ce4d8e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Veracruz international commerce port in Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008234/bc1d9b99-d1ad-4347-a04c-dc15ce4d8e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Zona Centro Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Veracruz travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz.dx3696) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Veracruz Harbour featuring a sunset, a square or plaza and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165727/19b84f78-4180-4ce4-bde7-e4c9467aab06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz Harbour Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Harbour-Veracruz.d6165727.Attraction) ![Veracruz Aquarium showing interior views and marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165826/07d4fb14-fd3c-40fc-9223-9a85e583257a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz Aquarium Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Aquarium-Malecon.d6165826.Attraction) ![Zocalo or Plaza de Armas, the main square of Veracruz, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621557045889/703b1989-c1c7-4d26-a576-beb980d3f90e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zocalo-Old-Town-Veracruz.d553248621557045889.Attraction) ![Veracruz international commerce port in Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532977367/b9a69632-3b3f-4f6f-82a1-5ee03a5fb0ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malecón de Veracruz Malecón de Veracruz is just one of the places to see in Veracruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paseo-Del-Malecon-Boulevard-Veracruz.d553248621532977367.Attraction) ![Carranza Lighthouse which includes a city, a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322569/88f0513e-ca48-4c96-8ace-477068a163f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carranza Lighthouse Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carranza-Lighthouse-Veracruz.d6322569.Attraction) ![San Juan de Ulua Castle showing heritage elements and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6166814/de6c43b1-9c37-4dc4-90b2-7dff07953566.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Juan-De-Ulua-Castle-Veracruz.d6166814.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47755498/62c17361-bde8-4f01-886f-44aa26c33437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/veracruz-panoramic-sightseeing-city-tour-and-attractions.a47755498.activity-details) ![Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Veracruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3400727/a70c300c-608a-4e35-959b-1c51639f7143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour £6 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/veracruz-panoramic-sightseeing-bus-tour.a3400727.activity-details) ![Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47985376/6b498835-f068-4308-a061-0709901e7f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour £6 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/veracruz-panoramic-sightseeing-city-bus-tour.a47985376.activity-details) ![3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5053072/44250222-c2d4-4e52-b044-f11449ce9c3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-tour-to-the-san-juan-de-ulua-fortress.a5053072.activity-details) ![Picture 3 for Activity Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49300402/bea27aec-0116-40ae-98bb-75b1c891f66f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/veracruz-snorkeling-adventure-at-isla-de-en-medio.a49300402.activity-details) ![Skip-the-line ticket to San Juan de Ulua Fortress](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44964681/985c3154-60f4-4ba7-ba19-a7586c514f1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Juan de Ulua Fortress Ticket £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-juan-de-ulua-fortress-ticket.a44964681.activity-details) [See all activities in Veracruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Veracruz.d3696.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Zona Centro ![Camino Real Veracruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1046200/1046161/61249e32_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Camino Real Veracruz 3650 Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd Boca del Río VER £95 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,538 reviews) We booked 3 rooms overlooking the ocean. Clean beautiful rooms with an incredible view. We woke up to the sunrise over the ocean. American breakfast was very good and staff was amazing. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=1046161&PinnedHotelID=1046161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) ![Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28400/28363/13da341c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz Blvd Manuel Avila Camacho S/N Boca del Río VER £116 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Beautiful hotel, excellent staff, nice location Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=28363&PinnedHotelID=28363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) ![Emporio Veracruz Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/487100/487041/d61c22b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Emporio Veracruz Hotel Paseo Del Malecon No 244 Veracruz VER £75 22 Feb - 23 Feb 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! (1,689 reviews) Juan, the bellman, was extremely helpful. Staff at check in were friendly and helpful Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=487041&PinnedHotelID=487041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) ![Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364200/1364102/b0b4fbbe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas Blvd Adolfo Ruiz Cortines 3495 Boca del Río VER £76 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Boca del Río. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,791 reviews) Great and convenient place Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=1364102&PinnedHotelID=1364102&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) ![Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1460000/1455600/1455576/46445e06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz Cap, de Fragata Pedro Sainz De Baranda Veracruz VER 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! (1,001 reviews) I always stay in this hotel, staff is very courteous Management needs to pay attention to their equipment maintenance The elevator is loud and rattles The ice machine was broken for 7 days!!! Unacceptable! I wrote and let the front desk know about it since day one ( stayed in that hotel for 7 ... Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=1455576&PinnedHotelID=1455576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=1455576&PinnedHotelID=1455576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) ![Gran Hotel Diligencias](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2120000/2113400/2113395/36f59405_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gran Hotel Diligencias 1115 Independence Avenue Downtown Veracruz VER £38 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (1,188 reviews) Pros: Clean, with nice old-style furniture in good condition. Excellent location if you are okay with not staying near the beach. Tons of restaurants (check reviews before going), live music, handicraft stores, the famous Güero Güera ice cream shops, La Parroquia restaurants, local shoe stores, and ... Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=2113395&PinnedHotelID=2113395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008234) [See all 271 properties in Zona Centro](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976008234) 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. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976008234) ## Check Zona Centro hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976008234&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro ![Naval Historical Museum which includes military items and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322731/21d03628-5c0b-4396-9824-042ba50cff57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Veracruz Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Veracruz Harbour or Zócalo while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Old-Town-Veracruz.dx553248635939576107) ![Veracruz Cathedral which includes a square or plaza and heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322577/cc85f766-4511-4778-90fa-01aac62ced54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Los Portales While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Los-Portales.dx944540847056236544) ![Carranza Lighthouse featuring a city and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322569/543c2446-bc54-4a3c-8cba-552ae8dc15df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Malecon 4/5(1 area review) 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 Villa del Mar Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Malecon.dx553248633981715553) ![Naval Historical Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322731/33091588-4cfb-4ec8-b075-83eea035269d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Faros If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Faros.dx553248635976395980) ![veracruz, san juan de ulua, totonacas, arcos, fuerte, ruta de cortes, mexico, fortaleza, transporte, puerto, aduanal, contenedores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395218/ebff72cf-f51b-40fe-8d73-fc70fc6cecf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vista Mar If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Laguna de Sontecomapan and Benito Juarez Auditorium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Vista-Mar.dx553248635976395218) ![Boca del Río, Veracruz architecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395398/2917fd37-2207-4262-8fca-8b147f878e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veracruz-Ignacio-Zaragoza.dx553248635976395398) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Zona Centro Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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