Located along the Gulf of Mexico, Tampico offers the ideal setting for those seeking a peaceful beach vacation.
One of the most popular places to visit here is of course, the beach. If you’re looking for one that’s relatively quiet, with opportunities for swimming and sunbathing, Miramar is your best option.
Other outdoor activities and attractions here include Carpenter’s Lagoon, which is great for walking, jogging, and cycling; Canal la Cortuda, where you can see a wide variety of wildlife; and the Parque Metropolitano de Tampico with its spectacular views of Carpenter’s Lagoon.
For history buffs and those looking to learn more about local and indigenous culture, the Museo de la Cultura Huasteca features hundreds of artifacts and exhibits detailing the area’s past.
The Las Flores Pyramid is another must-see for anyone interested in the Hausteca tribe, who are considered the original inhabitants of the area.
For more information about what to do in Tampico, check out our list of recommendations below
The 38 Most Popular Things To Do In Tampico, Mexico
38. Tampico 833
5.0 (1 review)
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37. Paseo en lancha
4.0 (1 review)
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Location: General I Zaragoza 302 Tamaulipas Tampico Tamps
36. casa Gándara
2.5 (2 reviews)
Location: Cap Emilio Carranza Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
35. Malecón
5.0 (3 reviews)
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Location: Blvd Costero 11 Playa Miramar Cd Madero Tamps
34. Letras monumentales “Tampico”
4.8 (16 reviews)
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Location: 89337 Tampico Tamaulipas
33. Laguna de las Tortugas
4.5 (31 reviews)
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32. Kiosco “Pulpo Rosa”
4.8 (49 reviews)
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Location: Plaza de Armas Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
31. Diamante Casino
4.5 (102 reviews)
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Location: Carr Tampico Mante 6806 Arenal Tampico Tamps
Web Address: https://diamantecasino.com.mx/
30. Área De Protección La Vega Escondida
4.4 (121 reviews)
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Location: Colon 102 Palacio Municipal tercer piso Centro Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-229-2710
29. Dunas Doradas
4.7 (175 reviews)
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Location: Libramiento Luis km 9+700 Tamps
Tel: 833-246-8237
28. Piramide de Las Flores
4.1 (178 reviews)
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Location: Chairel S N Las Flores Tampico Tamps
Tel: 834-306-0160
27. MATT Museo del Automóvil Tampico Tamps.
4.8 (241 reviews)
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Location: Diagonal Sur Nte 611 Los Pinos Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-688-9132
Web Address: https://facebook.com/MuseoDelAutomovilTampico/
26. Recreativo Chairel Park
4.5 (262 reviews)
Location: 89239 Tancol 116 Chairel Tampico Tamps
25. CASINO COSMOPOLITAN TAMPICO
4.3 (289 reviews)
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Location: 89000 Lomas del Chairel Tampico Tamps
24. Museo de la Cultura Huasteca
4.6 (313 reviews)
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Location: Blvd A Lopez Mateos Obrera Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-210-2217
23. Parque De Barrio Delfino Resendiz
4.2 (446 reviews)
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Location: Agustin Melgar s n Delfino Resendiz Cd Madero Tamps
Tel: 833-141-5604
Web Address: http://facebook.com/ParqueDeBarrioDelfinoResendiz
22. Playa Hermosa
4.1 (449 reviews)
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21. Casa de la Cultura de Tampico
4.5 (770 reviews)
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Location: Lauro Aguirre 105 Melchor Ocampo Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-305-2628
Web Address: https://casa-de-la-cultura-de-tampico.business.site/
20. Plaza Hijas De Tampico
4.4 (1,165 reviews)
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Location: Heroe de Nacozari S N Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
Web Address: https://tamaulipas.gob.mx/
19. BARCO Museo del Niño
4.5 (1,257 reviews)
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Location: Av Emilio Portes Gil 2302 Obrera Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-125-8020
Web Address: https://facebook.com/MuseoBarco/
18. Paseo La Cortadura – Inicio de Recorrido en Lancha
4.5 (1,539 reviews)
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Location: 2 de Enero 302 Tamaulipas Tampico Tamps
17. Parque Champayan Laguna
4.5 (1,636 reviews)
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Location: C Juarez 10 Zona Centro Altamira Tamps
16. General Pedro José Méndez Park
4.1 (1,724 reviews)
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Location: Alvaro Obregon 324 Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
Tel: 800-908-0048
15. Plaza Gobernadores
4.6 (3,419 reviews)
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Location: Blvd Costero S N Playa Miramar Cd Madero Tamps
Web Address: https://facebook.com/playamiramaroficial/
14. Mirador De Cocodrilos, Laguna Del Carpintero
4.4 (4,499 reviews)
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Location: BODEGA GAS F Velasquez SN C Laguna del Carpintero Tampico Tamps
13. Sirenas Playa Miramar
4.7 (7,072 reviews)
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Location: Playa Miramar Ciudad Madero Tamaulipas
12. Delfines Playa Miramar
4.7 (7,270 reviews)
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Location: Playa Miramar Ciudad Madero Tamaulipas
11. Laguna Del Carpintero Tampico
4.6 (9,276 reviews)
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Location: 89000 La Laguna del Carpintero Tampico Tamps
Web Address: https://facebook.com/mode.perez.31508
10. Parque Metropolitano de Tampico
4.6 (11,763 reviews)
Location: Blvd Fidel Velazquez Laguna del Carpintero Tampico Tamps
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9. Canal la Cortadura
4.6 (140 reviews)
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8. Tampico Bridge
4.6 (282 reviews)
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Location: Guadalupe Victoria Tampico Tamaulipas
7. Old Customs of Tampico
4.6 (739 reviews)
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Location: Zona Centro Tampico Tamaulipas
6. Carpenter’s Lagoon
4.6 (908 reviews)
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5. Tampico Cathedral
4.7 (1,046 reviews)
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Location: Cap Emilio Carranza 101 Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
Tel: 833-212-3236
4. Fray Andrés de Olmos Park
4.7 (3,338 reviews)
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Location: Tancol SN S PARQUE PUBLICO RECREATIVO CHAIREL Fray Andres de Olmos Tampico Tamps
Web Address: http://tampico.gob.mx/
3. Plaza de la Libertad
4.6 (7,186 reviews)
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Location: Plaza de la Libertad Benito Juarez 306 Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
Web Address: http://tamaulipas.gob.mx/
2. Escolleras Miramar
4.7 (17,671 reviews)
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Location: Golfo de Playa Miramar Cd Madero Tamps
Tel: 833-259-5036
1. Plaza de Armas Tampico
4.6 (18,516 reviews)
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Location: Salvador Diaz Miron 108 Zona Centro Tampico Tamps
Web Address: http://tampico.gob.mx/
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Tampico, Mexico! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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