Tampico guidebook
Historic Sightseeing
Tampico’s Plaza de la Libertad is another extremely important focal point of the city and definitely worthy of a visit. Here, you’ll find large old historic buildings, vintage houses, and friendly Tampicans enjoying their free time. The centerpiece of the plaza is a large wrought iron gazebo under which the local orchestra performs every weekend.
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Plaza de la Libertad
306 Benito JuárezTampico’s Plaza de la Libertad is another extremely important focal point of the city and definitely worthy of a visit. Here, you’ll find large old historic buildings, vintage houses, and friendly Tampicans enjoying their free time. The centerpiece of the plaza is a large wrought iron gazebo under which the local orchestra performs every weekend.
Just a few blocks north of Plaza de la Libertad is the Plaza de Armas, also known as the Plaza de la Constitucón. The center of the square boasts a huge pink kiosk that was built in 1945. Around the kiosk, homemade Mexican juices are sold — extremely refreshing when it’s hot outside.
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Plaza De Armas
Just a few blocks north of Plaza de la Libertad is the Plaza de Armas, also known as the Plaza de la Constitucón. The center of the square boasts a huge pink kiosk that was built in 1945. Around the kiosk, homemade Mexican juices are sold — extremely refreshing when it’s hot outside.
Located within the METRO — the Metropolitan Arts and Entertainment Venue — the Huasteca Culture Museum is the best place to visit for history buffs interested in the indigenous roots of Tampica. Here, you’ll find hundreds of artifacts over 500 years old including statues, clothing, pottery, and paintings. Also learn how the Huastecans extracted crude oil from the ground to use as a dye, which eventually led to Tampico’s reputation as an oil exporting hub during the 20th century.
Cultura Huasteca Museum
Boulevard A. López MateosLocated within the METRO — the Metropolitan Arts and Entertainment Venue — the Huasteca Culture Museum is the best place to visit for history buffs interested in the indigenous roots of Tampica. Here, you’ll find hundreds of artifacts over 500 years old including statues, clothing, pottery, and paintings. Also learn how the Huastecans extracted crude oil from the ground to use as a dye, which eventually led to Tampico’s reputation as an oil exporting hub during the 20th century.
This archeological site stands as proof of the existence of the Huastecan indigenous tribe that inhabited the region from 600 to 1200 AD. The entire settlement consisted of over 40 structures but the Las Flores Pyramid was the centerpiece. It was built with a combination of soil, clay, pottery pieces, and seashells, all plastered together with lime and clay mortar.
Piramide de Las Flores
S/N ChairelThis archeological site stands as proof of the existence of the Huastecan indigenous tribe that inhabited the region from 600 to 1200 AD. The entire settlement consisted of over 40 structures but the Las Flores Pyramid was the centerpiece. It was built with a combination of soil, clay, pottery pieces, and seashells, all plastered together with lime and clay mortar.
Sightseeing
This lake, just a few minutes from CASA ALMAR. This is Tampico’s most important spot for wildlife and biodiversity. Here, you’ll find all kinds of flora and fauna from crocodiles to migratory birds and woodpeckers, plus much more. A great option is to hop on a boat tour and explore the roughly 37-acre lake.
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Laguna del Carpintero
This lake, just a few minutes from CASA ALMAR. This is Tampico’s most important spot for wildlife and biodiversity. Here, you’ll find all kinds of flora and fauna from crocodiles to migratory birds and woodpeckers, plus much more. A great option is to hop on a boat tour and explore the roughly 37-acre lake.
Miramar Beach is without a doubt the most popular tourist attraction in Tampico. On hot days, there’s nothing better than sprawling out on the golden sand and taking a dip in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There’s over a half mile of unimpeded shoreline, and a paved jetty you can walk out on. The beach hasn’t seen too much development over the years, and many visitors say it retains the same quiet charm as it did over 40 years ago.
There are areas where you can rent a "palapa" (aka you can sit under).
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Playa Miramar
Miramar Beach is without a doubt the most popular tourist attraction in Tampico. On hot days, there’s nothing better than sprawling out on the golden sand and taking a dip in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There’s over a half mile of unimpeded shoreline, and a paved jetty you can walk out on. The beach hasn’t seen too much development over the years, and many visitors say it retains the same quiet charm as it did over 40 years ago.
There are areas where you can rent a "palapa" (aka you can sit under).
MALECON: This is where a lot of rocks separate the beach and the sea. There are people walking around. You can see people fishing and boats coming in.
Nice walk, vendors & nature (mapaches (aka people friendle racoons).
Note: Dogs on leash are welcome.
Escolleras Miramar
Golfo de MéxicoMALECON: This is where a lot of rocks separate the beach and the sea. There are people walking around. You can see people fishing and boats coming in.
Nice walk, vendors & nature (mapaches (aka people friendle racoons).
Note: Dogs on leash are welcome.
Day-trips outside the city
Further outside of Tampico are a few great activities for exciting eco-tourism. Options include hiking in the nearby mountain range (Reserva de la Biosfera Sierra Gorda), horseback riding, exploring the intricate cave system, whitewater rafting or birding tours.
Reserva de La Biosfera El Cielo
Further outside of Tampico are a few great activities for exciting eco-tourism. Options include hiking in the nearby mountain range (Reserva de la Biosfera Sierra Gorda), horseback riding, exploring the intricate cave system, whitewater rafting or birding tours.
Food scene
Los Curricanes Calle México
411 C. MéxicoExcellent Seafood!
Jardín Corona
2505 Av. Miguel HidalgoA Tampico Classic....
Panadería el Itacate
215 C. 10RESTAURANTE familiar: Comida Corrida! Family Restaurant
BASILICO: Magnifico Lugar. Limpio. Se quedan abierto tarde. Amigables de super buen servicio. Tienen mesas afuera. La decoracion muy moderna, acogedora y bonita. Las bebidas deliciosas. Y la pizza extupenda
Av. Miguel Hidalgo 5510
5510 Avenida Miguel HidalgoBASILICO: Magnifico Lugar. Limpio. Se quedan abierto tarde. Amigables de super buen servicio. Tienen mesas afuera. La decoracion muy moderna, acogedora y bonita. Las bebidas deliciosas. Y la pizza extupenda
Classic Restaurant that has withstood the test of time....
Nice place to get a bite to eat after a stroll down the malecon.
Arenas del Mar
No.504 Blvd. CosteroClassic Restaurant that has withstood the test of time....
Nice place to get a bite to eat after a stroll down the malecon.
C. Tamaulipas 424
424 Calle TamaulipasArcelia Cocina.... is the in-house restaurant for Casa Almar.
Adventures!
South Coast Tampico
Kayaking!
Golf! ... At CASA Almar you are only 35 minutes away from your Golf game.
Private Taxi- takes you for 155 pesos
Club de golf Lagunas de Miralta
Golf! ... At CASA Almar you are only 35 minutes away from your Golf game.
Private Taxi- takes you for 155 pesos
Del otro lado del puente.... Visita el estado de Veracruz!
Los Domingos es excelente para ir a comer en familia.... dar una vuelta en lanchita.... y caminar por la plaza de este pequeno pueblito.
Restaurante Puesta Del Sol
4 LagunaDel otro lado del puente.... Visita el estado de Veracruz!
Los Domingos es excelente para ir a comer en familia.... dar una vuelta en lanchita.... y caminar por la plaza de este pequeno pueblito.
Shopping
Altama City Center
706 Av. Ejército MexicanoNice clean and safe mall with high quality brand items
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Street food is a way of life!
Now, this is a very important tip. Mexico is full of some of the best street food in the world. But sometimes, not all the food is the freshest, and you definitely want to avoid any form of food illnesses. Having a bad tummy from street food in Mexico is common, so stick to the stalls that have crowds flocking to them, follow the locals — they know what they’re doing!
TIP: Aguas frescas are made from real fruit and from bottle water - there is no need to be afraid to drink them. (little secret: EVERYONE in Mexico drinks bottle water)
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ATM/Cajero Automatico
Always withdraw cash from an ATM located inside a bank or hotel. It gives you privacy away from prying eyes of opportunistic robbers in the street. Once you’ve withdrawn cash, remember not to put it all in one place.
Wherever you travel in the world, it’s always worth having a secret stash of cash. Spread out your card and cash and don’t put them all in one wallet or one bag.
Remember: if you are robbed, it’s best to give the robbers what they want and don’t fight back. Kidnapping also occurs in some parts of Mexico, usually in the form of ‘express kidnapping’ where you are taken and made t
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Language
Learn a few spanish phrases...
Thank you: Gracias
Good Morning: Buenos Dias
Lunch (3 course): Comida Corrida (popular during lunch time)
Agua de botellon: Flat drinking water
Agua Fresca: Fruit water made from fresh fruit and bottle water
Contratry to popular believe: Do not try to learn "4 letter words" and use them with the excuse/believe/assumption that there are "local lingo". It's destastful and quite often disrespectful.