Zona Rio Travel Guide

Tijuana

Centro Cultural Tijuana showing modern architecture and street scenes
Centro Cultural Tijuana featuring a square or plaza and modern architecture
Centro Cultural Tijuana showing modern architecture
Centro Cultural Tijuana
Centro Cultural Tijuana featuring modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Centro Cultural Tijuana

Centro Cultural Tijuana

Take the whole family to learn about the multi-layered past of the Californias and visit art exhibits, botanical gardens and a dome-shaped IMAX theater.

Centro Cultural Tijuana
Hidalgo Market showing a city and markets

Hidalgo Market

This market is the heart and soul of Tijuana, sharing traditional recipes and ingredients that stretch back through family generations.

Hidalgo Market

Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral

After visiting Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tijuana.

Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral

Plaza Rio Commercial Center

During your visit to Tijuana, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Rio Commercial Center. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Plaza Rio Commercial Center

Hospital Angeles Tijuana

If Hospital Angeles Tijuana is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Tijuana.

Hospital Angeles Tijuana

Tijuana City Hall

Tijuana City Hall is just one of the places to see in Tijuana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Tijuana City Hall

Things to do

Having a taste of Mexico

Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

฿2,387
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster

Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster

฿4,366
per adult
Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

฿319
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Horse/paintball/quad tour Rosarito Mountains

Horse/paintball/quad tour Rosarito Mountains

฿3,923
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horse/paintball/quad tour Rosarito Mountains
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

฿2,713
per adult
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego
Picture 3 for Activity Tijuana: Guided City Tour with Local Food and Beer Tasting

Tijuana: Guided City Tour with Local Food and Beer Tasting

฿3,518
per adult
Tijuana: Guided City Tour with Local Food and Beer Tasting
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Top hotels in Zona Rio

Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels

Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels

4.5 out of 5
Paseo de los Héroes 9902, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, Tijuana, BC
The price is ฿3,606 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿3,606
฿4,075 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,491 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Ibis Tijuana Zona Rio

Ibis Tijuana Zona Rio

3 out of 5
Blvd Gral Rodolfo Sanchez Tab, 9170 Zona Urbana Rio, Tijuana, BC
The price is ฿2,707 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿2,707
฿3,059 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,108 reviews)
"Had to book an extra day due to medical reasons and I felt so comfortable staying here until I felt better. Right next to a store, pharmacy and 24hr taco spot."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Ibis Tijuana Zona Rio
Hotel Real del Río

Hotel Real del Río

4 out of 5
Avenida Jose Maria Velazco #1409-A, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,870 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿3,870
฿4,373 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,125 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Real del Río
Quartz Hotel & SPA

Quartz Hotel & SPA

4.5 out of 5
Paseo Centenario 4210, Zona Urbana Rio, Tijuana, BC
The price is ฿5,818 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿5,818
฿6,574 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,239 reviews)
"Everything was perfect except no upgrade option."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Quartz Hotel & SPA
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del los Heroes #10902, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
The price is ฿5,266 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,266
฿5,951 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,249 reviews)
"Hermosas habitaciones con una vista espectacular"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

3.5 out of 5
Via Oriente 9211, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
The price is ฿4,111 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿4,111
฿4,646 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,496 reviews)
"Everyone is really nice n helpful…The room service is good n everything is nice n clean…"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
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Other neighbourhoods around Zona Rio

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Libertad

While Libertad may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Ysidro Border Crossing and Centro Cultural Tijuana.

Libertad
Centro Cultural Tijuana showing modern architecture and street scenes

Downtown Tijuana

While visiting Downtown Tijuana, you might make a stop by sights like Hidalgo Market and Plaza Rio Commercial Center.

Downtown Tijuana
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Avenida Revolucion

Avenida Revolucion is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Av Revolución and Pasaje Gomez while you're in town.

Avenida Revolucion
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Tijuana Centro

4/5(1 area review)

Tijuana Centro is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Av Revolución or Pasaje Gomez.

Tijuana Centro
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Zona Norte

If you're spending some time in Zona Norte, Av Revolución and Tijuana Arch are top sights worth seeing.

Zona Norte
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México

While there might not be top attractions in México, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Av Revolución and Plaza Rio Commercial Center.

México

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