Tour of San Juan de Ulúa

A guided tour to the historic 16th-century fortress

Popular with groups
Free cancellation available

On this guided tour, you’ll visit a 500-year-old fortress that once also operated as a customs office, a presidential house, a hospital and a prison.

After meeting your tour, you’ll head to the site and arrive at approximately 13:00. During the 1.5-hour tour, your guide will tell you all about the fortress’s history and legends about it.

Once finished, you’ll head to the Tranvias Veracruz to make your way back to Plaza Acuario.

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Admission to the San Juan de Ulúa
  • Transportation from the Plaza acuario

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Tips
    • Food and drinks

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to pushchairs/prams
    • Public transport links nearby
    • Infants must sit on an adult's lap

    Health & safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Restrictions

    • Comfortable footwear is recommended.

    Languages spoken by guide

    Spanish

    Additional information

    Please dress comfortably and bring sunscreen and a cap or hat.

    Please bring additional cash to buy food or souvenirs.

    Please note the tour lasts approximately three hours.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Tours y Tickets Operador Turistico y DMC

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Tranvias Veracruz, Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 1643, Ricardo Flores Magón, Veracruz, 91900
    Meet your guide at Tours y Tickets Operador Turistico y DMC, located at Plaza Acuario de Veracruz by the Veracruz Aquarium ticket office.
    End point
    Tranvias Veracruz, Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 1643, Ricardo Flores Magón, Veracruz, 91900

    User ratings

    Good value
    4.5
    Facilities
    4.5
    Quality of service
    4.5
    Ease of access
    4.5

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