Zona Rio Travel Guide

Tijuana

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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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Things to do

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

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

Ā£75
per adult
Tour of San Diego>Rosarito >Giant Christ>Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

Ā£60
per adult
Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Ā£70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Motorcycle ride in the mountains & Puerto Nuevo Langosta

Rosarito & Paintball/beach horses + transportation

Ā£98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rosarito & Paintball/beach horses + transportation
Introduction Rosarito Day Tour from San Diego

Introduction Rosarito Day Tour from San Diego

Ā£118
per adult
Introduction Rosarito Day Tour 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

Ā£69
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 HĆ©roes 9902 Tijuana BC
The price is Ā£71 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Ā£71
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Quartz Hotel & SPA

Quartz Hotel & SPA

4.5 out of 5
Paseo Centenario 4210, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana BC
The price is Ā£167 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Ā£167
22 Aug - 23 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,799 reviews)
"One of the best stay I could have had in TJ. The staff were amazing! Food was great! View was breathtaking. Definitely will be staying again."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

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 Ā£86 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Ā£86
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,715 reviews)
"I liked the room service staff and amazing buffer food in the morning"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

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 Ā£106 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Ā£106
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,836 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del los Heroes #10902, Zona Rio Tijuana BC
The price is Ā£152 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Ā£152
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,537 reviews)
"Friendly staff inconvenient location"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
Hotel Real del RĆ­o

Hotel Real del RĆ­o

4 out of 5
Avenida Jose Maria Velazco #1409-A Tijuana BC
The price is Ā£113 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Ā£113
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,477 reviews)
"Staff very poor the customer service not helpful, very confused to find the amenities, the room was not very clean ā€¦"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Hotel Real del RĆ­o
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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 All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rides and Rescue or Christ of the Sacred Heart.

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Photo by Leonardo De Leon
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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 RevoluciĆ³n 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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Las Gaviotas

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

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Open Photo by Nathan Friesen

Avenida Revolucion

Avenida Revolucion is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Av RevoluciĆ³n and Fronton Jai Alai Palace while you're in town.

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