Nueva Travel Guide
Veracruz
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.
Z ócalo
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.
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
Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Top hotels in Nueva
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
"Musky smell, a/c not working in lounge bar aeea. I always pay to have access to the premier areas and this was the worse ever. Poor quality food, no bottle water or sodas. And if you want to use the main dinning room you still have to pay. Don't pay the premier rate for floor 9 is not worth it."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 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
"Excellent services!!!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
"The hotel is old and needs maintenance, the staff was nice and has a good food"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Veracruz
"It was great I can’t complain about my stay but the only thing I really didn’t like was that entertainment I couldn’t watch Netflix in those tv or get on YouTube it was just plain tv which was boring but other then that it was good"
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Where to stay in Nueva
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 Veracruz Aquarium.
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.
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.
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.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Naval Historical Museum are top sights worth seeing.
