Xico

Xico is a small town in the coffee growing region of Veracruz. It is an old town, having been established in 1313 AD. Xico is a Pueblo Mágico, recognizing its cultural and historic value. Cobblestone streets lined with colonial era houses and shops and a delightful town square with a 16th century church and small restaurants with spicy mole, handmade tortillas and fresh, locally grown and roasted coffees make Xico a delight to visit.

Get in
You can take a bus from Puebla to Xalapa, and then take a combi or taxi to Xico. ADO and AU (Autobuses Unidos) run several buses per day to Xalapa. A taxi from Xalapa to Xico will cost about M$200 for the 20-minute ride.

Get around
Xico is a compact town that's best explored by foot or bike. You'll want to use a taxi to get to some of the waterfalls or to explore nearby villages.

See




Coffee shops
Xico is in the heart of Veracruz coffee country and several local coffee shops brew fresh roasted, locally grown java.









Go next

 * Xalapa
 * Naolinco
 * Coatepec
 * Cofre de Perote National Park