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 when you stop by Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Palacio Municipal
Learn about the local history of Veracruz when you spend time at Palacio Municipal. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Aquarium

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Aquarium

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
Top hotels in Old Town Veracruz

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Gran Hotel Diligencias
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Veracruz Centro Histórico
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Baluarte
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Fiesta Inn Veracruz Malecon
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025