Zona Centro
Popular places to visit
Veracruz Harbour
Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.
Veracruz Aquarium
Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.
Veracruz Cathedral
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.
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.
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
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
From Veracruz: Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga
From Veracruz: Guided Tour of Region's Landmarks and Relics
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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 Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse.
Vista Mar
Vista Mar might not have many top sights, but Benito Juarez Auditorium and Veracruz Aquarium 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 Veracruz Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
- Veracruz Harbour
- Veracruz Aquarium
- World Trade Center Veracruz
- Mocambo Beach
- Plaza Las Americas Shopping Mall
- Zocalo
- Paseo del Malecón & Boulevard
- Veracruz Cathedral
- San Juan de Ulua Castle
- Andamar Lifestyle Center
- Benito Juarez Auditorium
- Plaza Mocambo Veracruz
- Carranza Lighthouse
- Plaza El Dorado
- Aquatico Inbursa
- Naval Historical Museum
- University of Veracruz
- Hospital Pemex
- Unidad Deportiva Hugo Sánchez
- Regatas Beach
- Cristobal Colon University
- Canonero Guanajuato
- Palacio Municipal
- Bastion of Santiago Museum
- Veracruz Wax Museum
- Laguna de Sontecomapan
- Rio Filobobos Veracruz
- Plaza Vela