Castle of San Juan de Ulúa: Guided Tour

Travel back in time & explore the history of Veracruz's most notorious building

1. Start time 12:00

2. Duration 2h 30mins

3. Last admission 2 hours and 55 minutes before closing

4. Live guide English, Spanish

5. Max group size 10

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!

You wouldn't have wanted to be at San Juan de Ulúa 300 years ago. This impressive fortress was originally constructed using a mortar made of oyster shells, turtle eggs, sand, and salt water, but its prison cells held far scarier things.

Dive into the facts and legends surrounding one of the oldest fortresses in the Gulf of Mexico with a knowledgeable local guide. Find out how it's linked to some of the region's greatest historical events, and how it went from being used for grain storage to holding some of the country's most feared prisoners.

Check out the salt-stained walls, soak up the historic atmosphere, and be glad you're allowed to walk out!

Additional info

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

Provider: Tranvías Veracruz SA de CV

Registered address: Primero de Mayo 1549, Col. Flores Magon, 91900, Veracruz, MX

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Reschedule and cancellation policy

• Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
• Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date

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