Old Town Veracruz
Veracruz





Visit Old Town Veracruz
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.
Zócalo
You can learn about the history of Veracruz with a stop at Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Flea Market
You can do some window-shopping at Flea Market during your visit to Veracruz. Wander the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium
Old Town Veracruz Hotel Deals

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
La ubicación es perfecta
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Gran Hotel Diligencias
Great location. Rooms are dated. Comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
everything from receptionist to clean service restaurant and food service. just greait
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Hotel Baluarte
Clean and nice rooms, friendly staff, close to the Zócolo and malecón, and has a pool. I will stay here again next time I visit Veracruz! Only improvement I would appreciate is a jacuzzi.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Veracruz Centro Histórico
every thing was better than I expected I would like to go back not only the location was great but I was treated like a VIP
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon
Highly recommended
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Old Town Veracruz

Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.

Malecon
Malecon is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Veracruz Aquarium and Zócalo while in the area.

Faros
While visiting Faros, you might make a stop by sights like Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse.

Zona Centro
When in Zona Centro, you can plan a visit to Zócalo and Benito Juarez Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ignacio Zaragoza
While visiting Ignacio Zaragoza, you might make a stop by sights like Villa del Mar Beach and Veracruzano Coral Reef System National Park.

Vista Mar
Vista Mar might not have many top sights, but Benito Juarez Auditorium and Estadio Universitario Beto Avila are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
