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Veracruz is full of places to discover. Explore some of our favorite attractions, and ask our Concierge to guide you on your adventure through the city.
Local Events
There are many local events of note here, including the famous Carnaval de Veracruz, the Carrera Panamericana and the Rodada Harley Davidson Pacífico-Golfo . There is also an internationally renowned Torneo Hípico that takes place annually right here at the hotel.
Local Attractions
![Fishes in Aquatic Inbursa near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-a41cmmx16vrxmrem05u3ss9ed/acuatico-inbursa_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Acuático Inbursa
Get to know this incredible water park that entertains and entertains people of all ages.
![Fishes in Aquatic Inbursa near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-a41cmmx16vrxmrem05u3ss9ed/acuatico-inbursa_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Get to know this incredible water park that entertains and entertains people of all ages. Built outdoors, it has slides, an artificial river, a wave pool, sun loungers and a children's area. It also has soccer and volleyball fields.
![San Juan of Ulua near the Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-cq63zb6qdax2x8vfiwakirn9y/san-juan-de-ulua_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
San Juan de Ulúa
Get to know this island with a fortress built since 1519.
![San Juan of Ulua near the Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-cq63zb6qdax2x8vfiwakirn9y/san-juan-de-ulua_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Get to know this island with a fortress erected since 1519. San Juan de Ulúa is located in front of the csotas of the Gulf of Mexico in the port of Veracruz. The fortress was built to protect against pirate attacks at the time against Spain and has the style called "Italian design".
![Fishes in Veracruz's Aquarium near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-2mg1ozniz61tclsoq66qmaeu3/acuario-de-veracruz_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Acuario de Veracruz
Explore the most important aquarium in Mexico, located in Veracruz.
![Fishes in Veracruz's Aquarium near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-2mg1ozniz61tclsoq66qmaeu3/acuario-de-veracruz_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Explore the most important aquarium in Mexico, located in Veracruz. It features nine areas: The Tuxtlas jungle, the freshwater gallery, the large reef fish tank, the coral reef gallery, the shark area, the jellyfish tank, the manatee area, the dolphinarium and the penguin area.
![Water rafting at Jalcomulco river near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-62kigsrd67q8krt09mqp5ep5b/jalcomulco_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Jalcomulco
Enjoy an adrenaline-filled day of rafting down this river.
![Water rafting at Jalcomulco river near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-62kigsrd67q8krt09mqp5ep5b/jalcomulco_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Enjoy an adrenaline-filled day of rafting down this river. The Jalcomulco rapids offer different levels of difficulty and fun for everyone.
![La Antigua site near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-766sorda6y1f9c6eay1bwnm0q/la-antigua_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
La Antigua
Visit this part of the city and discover the rich history of Veracruz.
![La Antigua site near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-766sorda6y1f9c6eay1bwnm0q/la-antigua_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Visit this part of the city and discover the rich history of Veracruz. Explore the house of Hernán Cortés, Ermita del Rosario, the Cabildo Building and the Santa Ana barracks.
![Aerial view of Isla of Sacrifices near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-dnkzhcm29jq9glvpxw995pvt7/isla-de-sacrificios_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Isla de Sacrificios
Take a boat tour to get a closer look at this island.
![Aerial view of Isla of Sacrifices near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-dnkzhcm29jq9glvpxw995pvt7/isla-de-sacrificios_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Discover a charming island in the Gulf of Mexico. Take a boat tour to get a closer look at this island. Its location is close to the port of Veracruz and is part of the Veracruz Reef System National Marine Park. Access the surrounding reefs by kayak and snorkel.
![A ship helm in Naval Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-b8t583bkfgepmtso0is779h6i/museo-naval-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Museo Naval
This museum's mission is to exhibit, conserve and preserve the cultural assets of the Mexican Navy.
![A ship helm in Naval Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-b8t583bkfgepmtso0is779h6i/museo-naval-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
The Mexico Naval Museum is located in the city of Veracruz. Its mission is to exhibit, conserve and preserve the cultural assets of the Mexican Navy, as well international events in which the Mexican Navy has participated. The museum was founded in the first headquarters of the Heroic Naval Military School on July 1, 1997, during the presidential term of Ernesto Zedillo.
![Bastion of Santiago Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-2ritpyvgi1mxpeiqz2ky65rgz/museo-baluarte-de-santiago-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Museo Baluarte de Santiago
This museum opened its doors in 1991 to exhibit the "Las Joyas del Pescador" archaeological collection of pre-Columbian gold objects.
![Bastion of Santiago Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-2ritpyvgi1mxpeiqz2ky65rgz/museo-baluarte-de-santiago-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
The Baluarte of Santiago is a military building with restricted access and high walls, which was completed in 1635. It formed part of the nine bastions that made up the wall that surrounded the port of Veracruz.
![Aerial view of beach Isla de Medio near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-asjqrtgx6aqnf7f5c8ysvl6zw/isla-de-enmedio_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Isla de en medio
Beautiful in Veracruz, where you can enjoy a private beach and crystal clear waters.
![Aerial view of beach Isla de Medio near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-asjqrtgx6aqnf7f5c8ysvl6zw/isla-de-enmedio_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Located 14 kilometers from Antón Lizardo beach in the municipality of Alvarado, the Isla de Enmedio is known for its white sand and turquoise waters - more similar to the Mexican Caribbean than to those of the Gulf of Mexico. This beautiful island is part of the Veracruz Reef System, declared a Protected Natural Area in 1992.
![Agustin Lara House Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-c24kxafo6yix5uyc1yqwdvqhy/casa-museo-agustin-lara-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Casa Museo Agustin Lara
Museum dedicated to one of the great Mexican musicians and composers.
![Agustin Lara House Museum near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-c24kxafo6yix5uyc1yqwdvqhy/casa-museo-agustin-lara-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
This museum displays many of Agustin Lara's personal items, including his clothes, discography, magazines and personal photos of the family. It also features several rooms with information and facts about the life of this great character.
![Exterior view of Tlacotalpan near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-9gt66vu2aftknw8owf4cii8ux/tlacotalpan-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Tlacotalpan
This area features important tourist attractions such as the house of Hernán Cortés and the sanctuary of the Holy Christ, among others.
![Exterior view of Tlacotalpan near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-9gt66vu2aftknw8owf4cii8ux/tlacotalpan-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
As part of this festival, a parade for the Virgin of the Candlemas takes place along the river, along with a presentation of the Child in the Temple. This is a popular festival for Tlacotalpeños.
![Exterior of Orizaba church near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-cywmx30gaszihkjisfn28rfw1/orizaba_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Orizaba
Located two hours from Veracruz, Orizaba features numerous Catholic temples and convents; the city experienced a great deal of growth during the Porfirato era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
![Exterior of Orizaba church near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-cywmx30gaszihkjisfn28rfw1/orizaba_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Located two hours from Veracruz, Orizaba features numerous Catholic temples and convents; the city experienced a great deal of growth during the Porfirato era of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
![Raw coffee beans in a farm near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-3yamynrd1cqx3z9fvzvy0apkm/coatepec-y-xico-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Coatepec and Xico
Declared a Pueblo Mágico on August 17, 2006, Coatepec y Xico is known for its historic center, its orchids and the quality of its coffee.
![Raw coffee beans in a farm near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-3yamynrd1cqx3z9fvzvy0apkm/coatepec-y-xico-1_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Among the most popular attractions are the Museo de las Orquídeas, the Museo del Café, the historic city center, the Casa de Cultura; the Former Hacienda La Orduña, home to the “La Ceiba Gráfica” cultural center, the Former Hacienda Zimpizahua and the Former Hacienda el Trianón.
![Riverside of Xalapa garden near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-422110a4mofg2d5vnu659o2hq/xalapa_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900)
Xalapa
Colloquially known as “The City of Flowers” and more recently as “La Atenas Veracruzana”, Xalapa is a historical and cultural city par excellence, and is distinguished by its golden sunsets, narrow streets and cobbled alleys.
![Riverside of Xalapa garden near Grand Fiesta Americana](https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-422110a4mofg2d5vnu659o2hq/xalapa_standard.jpg?crop=300%2C0%2C1200%2C900&width=1400)
Xalapa invites you to visit the theaters, walk through the parks, marvel at the spectacular views of the surrounding volcanoes and hills and enjoy the bohemian atmosphere and culture of the capital. Listen to the marimba and and some salsa music as you enjoy delicious traditional snacks.
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