10 TOP Things to Do in Veracruz August 2026

A historic plaza with a prominent clock tower and the 'Viva México' sign.

A bustling waterfront promenade with palm trees, street lamps, and a domed building in the background.

A waterfront with colorful letters spelling "VERACRUZ 2016" and a port with cranes and containers in the background.

A large, open courtyard with a tiled floor featuring a map design, a ship model, and a glass ceiling.

A historic building with a clock tower, a statue, and a plaza with street lamps.

Things to do

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions

฿672

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

฿269

per adult

Turibus Hop-on Hop-off City Tour Veracruz

Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿269

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

฿960

per adult

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

฿1,224

per adult

Live a great experience in the must-see points of this beautiful Magical Town

The Chocolate House and the Cookie

฿960

per adult

Coatepec and Xico Magical Towns Plus Xalapa Day Trip from Veracruz

฿2,751

per adult

Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio

฿2,813

per adult

Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation

฿3,193

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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A waterfront promenade with a modern hotel, palm trees, and a calm body of water.

Veracruz Harbour

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Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.

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Where to stay in Veracruz

Find the best Veracruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a large white building, and a port with cranes.

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 Harbour or Villa del Mar Beach.

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Old Town Veracruz

Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Veracruz Harbour or Zócalo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.