Malecon Travel Guide
Veracruz
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Veracruz Cathedral
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.
Carranza Lighthouse
Overlooking the port of Veracruz is a grandiose neoclassical building featuring a lighthouse that once guided ships around the city’s bay.
Bastion of Santiago Museum
Visit the sole surviving fort from Veracruz’s ancient city wall. Today, the structure houses a museum of pre-Hispanic and colonial-era relics.
Things to do
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions
Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour
Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour
3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress
From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour
Veracruz: Snorkeling Adventure at Isla de En Medio
Top hotels in Malecon
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
"Este hotel no transmite los partidos del mundial en la habitacion. Obligan a verlos en el bar. No entiendo la razon de esto. Alli el aire acondicionado es insuficiente y tienen ventiladores de piso para ayudar. Porque no tienen aire acondicionado que proporcione suficiente confort. Estuve alli el ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Veracruz Centro Histórico
"Location is great very central. Rooms are small but comfortable. Front desk staff was not very friendly or helpful when asked questions."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hotel Royalty
"Mi hija viajo de indiana a veracruz para visitar unos familiares yo le reserve este hotel para q tenga vista al mar y se sintiera de lo mejor ... nunca se me notificó q el aire acondicionado no servía y les ofrecieron alejarlos en otro lado pero no estaba bonito ni con vistas al mar. Esto me dejó ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Mar y Tierra Veracruz
"Habitaciones muy limpias"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Veracruz
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hotel Delfines
"Great place clean room Would stay there again"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Malecon
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 Naval Historical Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Zona Centro
While there might not be top attractions in Zona Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veracruz Harbour and Zócalo.
Las Bajadas
Las Bajadas is well liked for its golf courses. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Veracruz area, you might plan a trip to Aquatico Inbursa or Veracruz Harbour.
Las Brisas
Though Las Brisas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Veracruz Harbour and Zócalo.
