Zona Centro Travel Guide
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 when you stop by Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Zona Centro
Hotel Papagayo
Camino Real Veracruz
"the property is on a nice location, but the room was dirty bathroom was stinking. I asked twice to get my bathroom clean and I ending cleaning myself. There was a doctor's convention, and they just focused on them like the others guess money was not value. Now, Roberto the guy was working as our ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
"We only stayed 2 nights. Room was clean, great location, food was good. Spa was excellent"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Rivoli Select Hotel
"Se notificó a nuestra llegada que había una fuga de agua del escusado y no fue atendida porque el personal ya había salido, ni tampoco la señorita de la recepción dejó el reporte para que fuera atendido al otro día."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
"If you want to be pampered while you travel this is the only place."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
"Gorgeous spot; super clean; amazing view. Definitely will be booking again. Staff is amazing!!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Centro
Old Town Veracruz
Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
Malecon
Malecon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Veracruz Aquarium or Villa del Mar Beach.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
Vista Mar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Benito Juarez Auditorium and Estadio Universitario Beto Avila.
Ignacio Zaragoza
If you're spending some time in Ignacio Zaragoza, Villa del Mar Beach and Veracruzano Coral Reef System National Park are top sights worth seeing.
