Zona Rio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Centro Cultural Tijuana showing modern architecture and street scenes
Centro Cultural Tijuana showing a square or plaza and modern architecture
Centro Cultural Tijuana which includes modern architecture
Centro Cultural Tijuana
Centro Cultural Tijuana which includes 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 featuring markets and a city

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 lively bars.

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

Activities

Having a taste of Mexico

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

NZ$125
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

NZ$230
per adult
Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

NZ$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tijuana Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
secret Tijuana your tour guide

Guided Tour on the Secret City Tijuana

NZ$137
per adult
Guided Tour on the Secret City Tijuana
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

NZ$159
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Motorcycle ride in the mountains & Puerto Nuevo Langosta

ATV, horse riding on the beach & Paintball tour

NZ$222
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
ATV, horse riding on the beach & Paintball tour
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Our pick of the best Zona Rio Hotel Deals

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 NZ$241 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$241
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,454 reviews)
"Good location, great staff, friendly and helpful!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del los Heroes #10902, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
The price is NZ$317 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$317
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,238 reviews)
"I loved next door is roof top restaurant"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
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 NZ$153 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$153
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,063 reviews)
"Decent location. Close to the border and downtown in the nice zone. Oxxo next door and tacos across the street."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 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
The price is NZ$166 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$166
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,118 reviews)
"Great Property, staff was friendly"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 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 NZ$320 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$320
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,210 reviews)
"Overall my stay at Quartz hotel was Good, it could’ve been great but I found myself stuck for 2 hrs inside of the restroom until maintenance was finally able to open the door. They did accommodate me after with a free upgrade to a suite and spa credit. The staff were great . Only other complaint ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Quartz Hotel & SPA
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

3.5 out of 5
Via Oriente 9211, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$247 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$247
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,473 reviews)
"Was upgraded when checking in"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 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

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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