Los Portales
Veracruz
Visit Los Portales
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carranza Lighthouse
Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay.
Things to do
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour plus Attractions
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour plus Attractions
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Veracruz Hop-on Hop-off City Tour
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
ATV tour to jade cavern with transfer (single or double)
Los Portales Hotel Deals
Gran Hotel Diligencias
Nice staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov, 2025
Veracruz Centro Histórico
We had a wonderful stay at this property. The hotel is charming and historic. We had a lovely balcony overlooking the Zocalo. The staff is excellent, at check in, the bellman, housekeeping, the servers at the restaurant, just so attentive and friendly. We definitely appreciate such great service. ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Hotel Imperial
Lovely staff
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
OYO Hotel Plaza Veracruz Centro Historico
The hotel is in a great location (just a block from the Zocalo with lots of food options) and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We had taken the overnight bus in from Mexico City, and when we showed up at 6am to ask them to hold our luggage, not only did they agree but let us check in several ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2020
OYO Hotel Santander Veracruz Centro Historico
Excelent
Reviewed on 23 Nov, 2025
Camino Real Veracruz
Everything perfect
Reviewed on 10 Nov, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Los Portales
Old Town Veracruz
Waterfront views, historic sites, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Old Town Veracruz. Check out Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour 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 Villa del Mar Beach 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.
Los Portales
- Zócalo
- Veracruz Cathedral
- Palacio Municipal
- Cascada el Encanto
- Veracruz Harbour
- Veracruz Aquarium
- World Trade Center Veracruz
- Plaza Las Americas Shopping Mall
- Mocambo Beach
- Malecón de Veracruz
- Andamar Lifestyle Center
- San Juan de Ulua Castle
- Plaza El Dorado
- Benito Juarez Auditorium
- Plaza Mocambo Veracruz
- Foro Boca
- Naval Historical Museum
- Carranza Lighthouse
- University of Veracruz
- Hospital Pemex
- Regatas Beach
- Unidad Deportiva Hugo Sánchez
- Canonero Guanajuato
- Aquatico Inbursa
- Bastion of Santiago Museum
- Laguna de Sontecomapan
- UNIMEX Mexican University Veracruz