La Antigua & Cempoala Tour

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US$79.55

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US$79.55

Absolutely amazing tour! Rafael was very knowledgeable and welcoming, and the tour was fantastic. The sites were somewha...

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Explore the fascinating Mesoamerican archaeological site of Cempoala and visit historic La Antigua on this tour from Veracruz. Ancient indigenous temples await!

Details

Duration

5 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off.
Transport by minibus.
English speaking guide.
Entry to archaeological site.
Bottle of water.

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Reviews of our customers

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Exceptional 10 Travelers·2 reviews

January 7, 2026
Anonymous
United States
Absolutely amazing tour! Rafael was very knowledgeable and welcoming, and the tour was fantastic. The sites were somewhat off the beaten path, and Raf...
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December 10, 2022
Kat
United States
The activity was interesting and Rafael was extremely knowledgeable. We took two tours with him. His English is very good. We enjoyed our tour.
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Explore the fascinating Mesoamerican archaeological site of Cempoala and visit historic La Antigua on this tour from Veracruz. Ancient indigenous temples await!

La Antigua & Cempoala Tour

After picking you up from your hotel in Veracruz at 9 am, we'll head for the archaeological site of Cempoala. This ancient site is one of the most important Mesoamerican sites in the region, the capital of the Totonaca people's Totonacapan kingdom and the first urban settlement seen by the Spanish when they arrived on the American continent.

We'll enjoy a guided tour of Cempoala and visit its key structures, including the Sun Temple, the temple dedicated to the wind god Ehécatl, the Temple of the Chimneys and more. What's more, if you're lucky, you'll have the opportunity to watch the Ritual Ceremony of the Voladores de Papantla. This fertility dance involves four young people climbing and descending a pole to show their respect for nature and the spiritual universe.

After touring Cempoala, we'll move on to the town of La Antigua, considered to be the first real Spanish town established in the Americas. We'll visit the Ermita del Rosario church; the Casa del Cabildo, the first Spanish city hall on the continent; and the house of Spanish coloniser Hernán Cortés. We'll also see an old tree with a curious story that we'll reveal on the day of the tour.

At the end of the tour, we'll take you back to your hotel in Veracruz, where we will arrive at 2 pm.

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Explore the fascinating Mesoamerican archaeological site of Cempoala and visit historic La Antigua on this tour from Veracruz. Ancient indigenous temples await!

La Antigua & Cempoala Tour

At the end of the tour, we'll take you back to your hotel in Veracruz, where we will arrive at 2 pm.

La Antigua & Cempoala Tour