Poza Rica Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Poza Rica

Poza Rica means "rich pool" because it is known for its abundance of fish. Poza Rica in modern times is known for being an oil town, like the equivalent of Odessa, Texas, although maybe not as ugly. Unlike most Mexican cities, it does not have old buildings because it is a new city founded in 1951. For that reason it has contemporary architecture with well-lined and designed streets with a modern look. Poza Rica is an important industrial and commercial center, and a central hub for several road transportation lines.

Top Attractions in Poza Rica

Explore the best things to see and do in Poza Rica:

• ★Castillo de Teayo
• ★Pablo O'Higgins mural on the façade of the city's municipal palace

Where to Eat in Poza Rica

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴El Mesón Huasteco

Where to Stay in Poza Rica

• 🏨Hotel Cristal
• 🏨Hotel Florencia
• 🏨Hotel Poza Rica
• 🏨Paris Hotel

Poza Rica Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: