Coatepec: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Coatepec is a historic city located in the state of Veracruz, Mexico, known for its rich coffee-growing heritage and colonial architecture. Designated as one of Mexico's "Pueblos Mágicos" (Magical Towns) in 2006, the city sits in a verdant region surrounded by coffee plantations and cloud forests. The town's name comes from Nahuatl meaning "Hill of Snakes," reflecting its pre-Hispanic origins.

Its cultural landscape is shaped by its coffee production history, which dates back to the 19th century, making it one of Mexico's premier coffee-producing regions. The city center features well-preserved colonial buildings, traditional plazas, and churches that reflect its historical development since the Spanish colonial period. The local culture is deeply influenced by both its coffee-growing tradition and its location in the cultural region of central Veracruz.