Veracruz, Mexico
Globotrip ratingTM: 7.0
The breakdown:
ATTRACTIONS: 6.7
HOTELS: 7.0
RESTAURANTS: 7.0
TRANSPORTATION: 6.6
VALUE: 8.0
CITY: Veracruz, Mexico
POPULATION: 552,000
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE (high/low):
ºF : JAN: 78/63 · APR: 87/71 · JUL: 88/75 · OCT: 86/71
ºC: JAN: 26/17 · APR: 31/22 · JUL: 31/24 · OCT: 30/22
Five things to see/do in Veracruz: Built by Cortes as protection against pirate attacks, the impressive Fort of San Juan de Ulua, was also used as a jail during certain periods in Mexican history. Tours are available.
Spend some time on Veracruz’ central square (Plaza de Las Armas). By day you can enjoy the beautiful architecture (cathedral, government buildings, etc.), while at night you can catch a concert right on the square.
Learn more about the region’s naval and maritime history at the Museo Historico Naval (Naval History Museum). The
To get a good feel for the city, and especially its port area, take a walk on the Malecon (boardwalk), bordered on one side by the harbor.
The City Museum offers visitors a good overview of the history and culture of the city of Veracruz and its surroundings.
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