Visit Zona Norte
Popular places to visit
Rosarito Beach
Experience the buzzing atmosphere of the resort city’s main beach and spend the day playing on the sandy shores, swimming or relaxing with an icy-cold drink.
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.
El Trompo Interactive Museum Tijuana
See how learning can be fun at this family-friendly complex with hundreds of games that show the impact of modern science and technology.
Parque Morelos
Spend several afternoons discovering the features in this enormous park, from puppet shows and a zoo to paddleboats and a pool.
Hidalgo Market
This market is the heart and soul of Tijuana, sharing traditional recipes and ingredients that stretch back through family generations.
Tijuana Arch
You can learn about the history of Tijuana with a visit to Tijuana Arch. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay
Our pick of the best Zona Norte Hotel Deals
Hotel Velario
Nice spot great location usually booked out
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Loved the service at the restaurant, the pasta was kind and very nice. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Tijuana
Room was clean. Bed was broken at the baee feet area. When you dat it sank. I didn't say anything to staff. Great centrally located. Friendly and helpful staff. A lot of staff speak english. I would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand One Plaza
Location is great. Near shops and restaurants. Staff was very polite. However did encounter an unfortunate water shortage/outage during our stay that caused some inconvenience and discomfort.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Real del Río
Friendly, nice and good amenities
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Ticuán
Most professional in Tijuana. Great service and staff. Will stay there every time
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zona Norte
Tijuana Centro
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 Fronton Jai Alai Palace.
Avenida Revolucion
Avenida Revolucion is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Av Revolución and Fronton Jai Alai Palace while you're in town.
Downtown Tijuana
While visiting Downtown Tijuana, you might make a stop by sights like Hidalgo Market and Plaza Rio Commercial Center.
Zona Rio
While visiting Zona Rio, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Rio Commercial Center and Centro Cultural Tijuana.
México
While there might not be top attractions in México, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Av Revolución and Hidalgo Market.
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.
