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

Wine Route including Tastings

Wine Route including Tastings

AU$379
per adult
Wine Route including Tastings
Guadalupe Wine Valley Tour

Guadalupe Wine Valley Tour

AU$487
per traveller
Guadalupe Wine Valley Tour
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

AU$142
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Kayak on the San Diego Bay

Kayak on the San Diego Bay

AU$30
per adult
Kayak on the San Diego Bay
San Diego USS Midway with Waterfront Walking Tour

San Diego USS Midway with Waterfront Walking Tour

AU$59
per adult
San Diego USS Midway with Waterfront Walking Tour
From Tijuana: Valle de Guadalupe Private Winery Tour

From Tijuana: Valle de Guadalupe Private Winery Tour

AU$205
per adult
From Tijuana: Valle de Guadalupe Private Winery 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 AU$180 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$180
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (2,290 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

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 AU$304 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$304
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,145 reviews)
"The shower was amazing but"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Quartz Hotel & SPA
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del los Heroes #10902, Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$293 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$293
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,178 reviews)
"The staff is very nice. Always ready to help you with any requirements. Food is excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 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 AU$213 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$213
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,427 reviews)
"Rooms were updated and very nice. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
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 AU$134 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$134
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,949 reviews)
"Bien ubicado"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Ibis Tijuana Zona Rio
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 AU$150 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$150
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tijuana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,365 reviews)
"Alan is good"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Tijuana Zona Rio by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Zona Rio

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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Mesa de Otay

While visiting Mesa de Otay, you might make a stop by sights like Alameda Otay and Centro Cultural Tijuana.

Mesa de Otay
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Garita de Otay

While Garita de Otay isn't home to many top sights, Alameda Otay and High Performance Center in Tijuana are some notable places to visit nearby.

Garita de Otay

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