Zona Centro
Veracruz
Visit 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.
Malecón de Veracruz
Malecón de Veracruz is just one of the places to see in Veracruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
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.
Things to do
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Zona Centro Hotel Deals
Hotel Papagayo
Camino Real Veracruz
"I think coffee should be free and available all the time, like many other places. This is a great place, we love it, just that little detail."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
"Breakfast delicious."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
"Very spacious rooms with great views and cleanliness. We met as a large group and enjoyed the atmosphere and food at the upstairs restaurant."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Rivoli Select Hotel
"Definitely will be back."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
"Call part of my stays at any hotel is the treatment. The customer service the attention to detail and the friendliness of the staff this Hotel by far bypasses the excellence on all aspects as some of the staff may recall me and my two sons as the gentleman with the two electrical scooters, they assisted ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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 Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour while you're exploring the area.
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 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.
Vista Mar
Vista Mar might not have many top sights, but Benito Juarez Auditorium and Villa del Mar Beach 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.
