Zona Centro
Popular places to visit
Veracruz Aquarium
Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.
Veracruz Harbour
Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour
From Veracruz: Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour
From Veracruz: Guided Tour of Region's Landmarks and Relics
From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec
From Veracruz: Xalapa, Xico & Coatepec Culture & Coffee Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Zona Centro
Old Town Veracruz
Waterfront views, historic sites, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Old Town Veracruz. Check out Veracruz Cathedral or Zocalo while you're exploring the area.
Malecon
Malecon is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Veracruz Aquarium and Carranza Lighthouse while in the area.
Faros
While visiting Faros, you might make a stop by sights like Carranza Lighthouse and Veracruz Harbour.
Vista Mar
Vista Mar might not have many top sights, but Veracruz Aquarium and Laguna de Sontecomapan are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Los Laureles 2
While Los Laureles 2 isn't home to many top sights, Aquatico Inbursa and Paseo del Malecón & Boulevard are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Veracruz Harbour
- Veracruz Aquarium
- World Trade Center Veracruz
- Plaza Las Americas Shopping Mall
- Mocambo Beach
- Zocalo
- Paseo del Malecón & Boulevard
- San Juan de Ulua Castle
- Veracruz Cathedral
- Aquatico Inbursa
- Carranza Lighthouse
- Plaza Mocambo Veracruz
- Andamar Lifestyle Center
- Plaza El Dorado
- Benito Juarez Auditorium
- Naval Historical Museum
- University of Veracruz
- Unidad Deportiva Hugo Sánchez
- Regatas Beach
- Laguna de Sontecomapan
- Hospital Pemex
- Cascada el Encanto
- Veracruz Wax Museum
- Cristobal Colon University
- Canonero Guanajuato
- Rio Filobobos Veracruz
- Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri
- Bastion of Santiago Museum