Another must for Veracruz things to do is to visit the Zocalo. The historical center of the city, the Zocalo is located near the northern end of the malecon and is the site of many weekly cultural events. The Palacio Municipal (or local town hall) is located in the center of the town square and is a great local option for places to visit in Veracruz. It is surrounded by local family friendly restaurants/bars. There is a large fountain in the center, surrounded by benches and street vendors selling everything from Cuban cigars to ice cream. On the weekends, you can listen to live music and watch locals dancing.