Santa Monica Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Monica
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.
U.S. Consulate General Tijuana
U.S. Consulate General Tijuana is just one of the places to see in Tijuana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
CAS Visa USA
CAS Visa USA is just one of the places to see in Tijuana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities
Tour from San Diego to Rosarito / Portales / Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Tour la buffadora/pai pai park/four fours vineyard
Valle de Guadalupe COUPLES wine tasting for 2
Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Our pick of the best Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Grand Hotel Tijuana
Excelente como siempre
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Loved it, great service
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Puerto Nuevo Baja Hotel & Villas
I love this place! Not super renovated but it has everything you need, it’s very and big and great for you to walk around and enjoy the beautiful ocean view. The kids play area was very cool too. We definitely plan to come back.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Ticuán
Very nice room was clean. Staff is very polite. Food is delicious.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Rosarito Beach Hotel
The hotel is okd but very well kept. Beautiful garden. Great location
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
Room was very nice.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
Centro Playas
If you're spending some time in Centro Playas, Rosarito Beach and Artisan Market are top sights worth seeing.
Ampliación Mazatlan
While there might not be top attractions in Ampliación Mazatlan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre.
Rosarito Shores
While there might not be top attractions in Rosarito Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre.
Mazatlan
Mazatlan might not have many top sights, but Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Paloma
Uncover some of the top draws of La Paloma like its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Rosarito Beach or Rosarito Theatre.
Castillos del Mar
While there might not be top attractions in Castillos del Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Baja Studios.
