Embark on a Veracruz City Tour and explore the historic San Juan de Ulúa Fortress, take a scenic boat ride in Mandinga, and discover the charm of the city’s historic center.
Embark on a Veracruz City Tour and explore the historic San Juan de Ulúa Fortress, take a scenic boat ride in Mandinga, and discover the charm of the city’s historic center.
- San Juan de Ulua - Discover the most notorious prison in America with a captivating guided tour. Explore the fort that has stood for over 500 years. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Tower of San Pedro, perfect for capturing stunning photos of the port. Learn about the legend of Chucho “El Roto,” the thief who stole to aid the poor. Visit the…
- San Juan de Ulua - Discover the most notorious prison in America with a captivating guided tour. Explore the fort that has stood for over 500 years. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Tower of San Pedro, perfect for capturing stunning photos of the port. Learn about the legend of Chucho “El Roto,” the thief who stole to aid the poor. Visit the cells where Chucho “El Roto” and the “Mulata de Córdoba” were held, two of the most famous figures associated with this place.
- Laguna de Mandinga - Continue your journey in Mandinga, where you can observe various bird species amidst the diverse vegetation, including reflective mangroves. The boat glides slowly through this ecosystem. Numerous restaurants line the Mandinga riverbank, each offering delectable fish and seafood dishes. We will provide our top recommendation on-site. Savor dishes like stuffed fish au gratin, fried mojarra, enchipotlado fillet, shrimp cocktail, arroz a la tumbada (seafood rice), and delicious minila (crab) tostadas! For dessert, try the flamed bananas. To drink, don’t miss the famous bulls, a creamy, cane alcohol-based beverage with fruits like soursop, coconut, or guava. A cold beer is also perfect for the heat.
- Malecon - Experience the historic center of Veracruz aboard a charming tourist tram. This 40-minute panoramic tour showcases the architecture, history, and culture of the Port of Veracruz, passing by 21 historical monuments that played a crucial role in our history.
- Boat tour
- Entrance to the fortress of San Juan de Ulúa
- Guided tour of San Juan de Ulúa
- Boat tour
- Entrance to the fortress of San Juan de Ulúa
- Guided tour of San Juan de Ulúa
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation from your hotel
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation from your hotel
This package is ideal to visit the places that you should not miss in Veracruz. We will begin with a visit to the fortress of San Juan de Ulúa, which was built on the orders of Hernán Cortés, as it protected Veracruz from the pirate and corsair attacks of the time. A guide will tell you all the history and legends that the oldest prison in Mexico…
This package is ideal to visit the places that you should not miss in Veracruz. We will begin with a visit to the fortress of San Juan de Ulúa, which was built on the orders of Hernán Cortés, as it protected Veracruz from the pirate and corsair attacks of the time. A guide will tell you all the history and legends that the oldest prison in Mexico houses. At the end of this visit, we will go to Mandinga, where we will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area and we will also have time to eat delicious freshly cooked seafood in Mandinga restaurants. To finish the tour, we will visit the historic center of Veracruz aboard a traditional tram, from where we will be able to observe the most important and beautiful sites of the city.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.