Malecon
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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A beautiful street bordered on one side by the harbor.
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Yleana A
Acapulco, Mexico37 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
Very interesting, busy place, with interesting views of the port and very family oriented. People are bicycle riding and skating and it´s full of things, going on. It´s also a very clean and well kept area.
Only bad thing is the smell of some parts of the port
Written September 1, 2023
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Rocco Valantino
Boca del Rio, Mexico14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
I give a "5" because is the traditional scene of Veracruz but, because is in the Port, the smells are quite bad and can be a bit dirty at times but visiting late afternoon or evening is best.
There is a tour boat that is reasonable but if you take the double decker bus tour and sit on the top deck, be prepared to lay down in your seat several times or the overhead electric cables and wires may decapitate you (seriously there are no warnings other than watching the others ducking for cover). Was quite funny after all but one could be injured.
Be sure and visit the Parrocchia Coffee establishment, is old as well but worth the experience.
Written July 5, 2022
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Hassim J
Mexico City, Mexico155 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2021
if you visit veracruz port you should go to visit the malecon walk finding souvenirs and take a calm coffe watching the sunset
Written September 17, 2021
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alikarim
Dallas, TX1,253 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020
Nice place to spend some time exploring. Many small shops selling souvenirs and local crafts; foods etc. A nice walk-around the wharf to see the sights of the oldest port in Mexico. The Malecon actually carries on quite a few miles to Boca Del Rio, with many nice waterfront restaurants
Written January 17, 2021
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DonCesar
Nuremberg, Germany2,030 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
Souvenir and food stalls on the end closer to downtown, this place is good for a walk after dinner. It’s crowded and cheerful during Sunday nights.
Written February 3, 2020
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marisa582002
Mesquite, TX52 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Friends
The Malecón is very nice, if you like to walk this is the place. It’s very long and you can see the ships while you walk. You will be lots of vendors, ice cream, chips, souvenirs, lots.
Take lots of pictures.
Written February 2, 2020
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Jean Pierre B
Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, Mexico233 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2019 • Business
the malecon, on the seeside of veracruz will permite you to know a lot of regional products on sale on the several little shops along the see side eventualy also make an excursion
Written July 29, 2019
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Stacy H
Lethbridge, Canada6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019
The Malecon (Spanish for pier) in the port city of Veracruz has a great deal to see and do. You can see the oldest port in North America which is still heavily used today, try local delicacies (such as fresh fruits, tacos, and other tasty foods), and shop in the local shops where local artisans sell their wares.

About a block from the Malecon is La Gran Parroquia, the oldest cafe in North America. Still standing in its original location, this coffee shop was opened in 1808, 54 years before the famous Cafe Du Monde opened in New Orleans, Louisiana. Here, you will be served strong coffee in a glass tumbler, to which a Lechero (milkman) will add hot milk by pouring it from high up from a large tea pot. This is served with cinnamon twists which come somewhat dry, because they are meant to be dipped into the coffee. There is often live music here, and the staff are very friendly and attentive. You can purchase bags of their ground coffee for 150 pesos for a 1/2 kilogram bag (about $10CAD).

On the pier itself, there are a number of street vendors set up. They will call out to you (if you are Caucasian) "Guera!!" or "Guero!!" which is Spanish slang for white person - not intended to be an insult. You will also be able to see the Naval installation in the form of monuments, buildings, and the presence of Naval soldiers dressed in white uniforms. There are also boys who dive for sea shells and will sell them to you for a couple of pesos each.
Written March 30, 2019
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kjell m
Subic, Philippines1,124 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2019 • Business
Just arrive here with vessel and have a few hours yo kill on the city. Easy to reach from terminal. Stroll.around on this area enjoy the streets here
Still plenty shop to buy local handicraft
Written March 4, 2019
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javierdelmoral
Guadalajara, Mexico75 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018 • Couples
you can walk through Malecon day or night, there are places for pictures, shopping handycrafts, souvenirs, imports, entertainment (clowns, divers), and ship tours
Written November 7, 2018
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