A visit to the historic centre of Veracruz

It is a cultural and architectural treasure located in the heart of the city

The historic centre of Veracruz has been declared a National Heritage Site by the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). This collection of streets, squares, buildings and historical monuments offers a fascinating journey through the rich history of the city, from its pre-Hispanic origins to colonial and modern times.

Entering the Historic Centre of Veracruz is like stepping back in time and walking among vestiges of the past.

What do you have to see if you visit Veracruz?

Plaza de la Republica, considered the heart of the historic centre, is framed by the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Municipal Palace and the Zocalo.

The Metropolitan Cathedral is an imposing religious building dating from the 17th century, with a mixture of baroque and neoclassical styles.

The Palacio Municipal is the seat of the municipal government. It is a building built in the 19th century in neoclassical style.

Faro de Venustiano Carranza is an emblematic lighthouse of the city built in the 19th century, which offers a panoramic view of the port.

The Museum of Naval History is a space dedicated to the maritime history of Veracruz, with a collection of ships, weapons and nautical objects.

The former Convent of San Francisco de Asis is a 16th century architectural complex that currently houses the Recinto de la Reforma, where the Constitution of 1857 was signed.

The Atarazanas are an old naval complex from the 18th century, nowadays converted into a cultural and artistic space.