Zona Rio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Zona Rio attractions

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Centro Cultural Tijuana

8.8/10 (2,187 reviews)
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.
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Activities

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

Tour of San Diego>Rosarito >Giant Christ>Puerto Nuevo Lobster

NZ$174
per adult
Tour of San Diego>Rosarito >Giant Christ>Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

NZ$164
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Guided Tour on the Secret City Tijuana

Guided Tour on the Secret City Tijuana

NZ$141
per adult
Guided Tour on the Secret City Tijuana
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Tijuana: Guided City Tour with Local Food and Beer Tasting

NZ$201
per adult
Tijuana: Guided City Tour with Local Food and Beer Tasting
Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

NZ$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay
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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 Tijuana BC
The price is NZ$173 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$173
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,386 reviews)
"En las habitaciones se escucha todo el ruido de los pasillos e incluso de otros cuartos; el sonido del elevador no me dejó dormir en toda la noche. Las toallas estaban muy percudidas. Evita quedarte en el 1er piso pues además del ruido el olor de la cocina invade tu habitación."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

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$387 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$387
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
Quartz Hotel & SPA

Quartz Hotel & SPA

4.5 out of 5
Paseo Centenario 4210, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana BC
The price is NZ$377 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$377
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
Quartz Hotel & SPA
Holiday Inn Tijuana Zona Rio by IHG

Holiday Inn Tijuana Zona Rio by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Paseo De Los Heroes 18818 Zona Rio Tijuana BC
The price is NZ$212 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$212
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn Tijuana Zona Rio by IHG
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

3.5 out of 5
Via Oriente 9211 Tijuana BC
The price is NZ$257 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$257
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
Hotel Real del Río

Hotel Real del Río

4 out of 5
Avenida Jose Maria Velazco #1409-A Tijuana BC
The price is NZ$298 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$298
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
Hotel Real del Río
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Our guide on where to stay in Zona Rio

Find the best Zona Rio areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Puerto Nuevo

Check out the seafood restaurants, beaches and live music while spending some time in Puerto Nuevo. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Christ of the Sacred Heart or All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rides and Rescue.

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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 Fronton Jai Alai Palace.

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Playas de Tijuana

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Playas de Tijuana. You might want to make time for a stop at Monumental Plaza de Toros or Border Field State Park.

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Photo by Nathan Friesen
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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 Fronton Jai Alai Palace while you're in town.

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Las Gaviotas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Gaviotas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Christ of the Sacred Heart and All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rides and Rescue.

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