Veracruz, Mexico

Castle of San Juan de Ulúa: Guided Tour

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Description

For almost 350 years, the San Juan de Ulúa Fort in Veracruz served as the main military stronghold of the Spanish Empire in the Americas. Step back in time with a guide on a fascinating return trip from Veracruz, and get the lowdown on a historic site that has been a colonial fort, a presidential palace, a prison, and more!

What's Included

  • * Tour from Plaza Acuario to the San Juan de Ulúa fortress
  • * Admission to San Juan de Ulúa
  • * Guided tour in Spanish or English (English-speaking for an additional fee, to be selected when booking)
  • * Tram transport from the meeting point to the fortress (available to purchase onsite)
  • * Passenger care insurance
  • * Gratuities and other optional personal expenses

Important informations

  • * Wear comfortable clothing and shoes * Bring sunblock, a hat, and cash Tour itinerary (subject to weather & traffic conditions): * 12:00: Board the tram outside Plaza Acuario * 12:30: Transfer to San Juan de Ulúa * 13:05: Arrival at the fortress * 13:20: Start guided tour inside the fort * 14:20: End of guided tour * 14:50: Board the tram back to Plaza Acuario * 15:20: Arrival at Plaza Acuario * This tour is conducted in Spanish. If you wish an English guide, please select, on top of your regular tickets, 1 ticket "English Guide" for your group * Kids under 3 are free, no ticket needed * Show your smartphone voucher to the guide at the meeting point, Plaza Acuario de Veracruz * Customers need to be at the meeting point at 12:00 sharp!
  • It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.

Care of Covid-19

Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.


Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.

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