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.
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.
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
Veracruz City Tour with San Juan de Ulúa and Mandinga Boat
Top hotels in Nueva
Camino Real Veracruz
Breakfast wasnt too good and a little expensive.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Emporio Veracruz Hotel
awesome place to relax and everything you needed was just steps away
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Grand Fiesta Americana Veracruz
A
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Galería Plaza Veracruz by Brisas
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Gran Hotel Diligencias
The room was spacious and fairly clean, I loved the view to the central garden, it didn’t have microwave, fridge or iron which was needed. I had booked a room for 3 but didn’t realize that I accidentally booked a king suite, so I requested to be moved to a room with 2 beds, and they accommodated ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Veracruz Centro Histórico
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Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nueva
Las Brisas
Though Las Brisas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zócalo and Veracruz Harbour.
Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
Los Laureles 2
While there might not be top attractions in Los Laureles 2, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aquatico Inbursa and Zócalo.
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.
Zona Centro
While there might not be top attractions in Zona Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Zócalo and City Museum.
Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.
