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

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

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

AU$211
per adult
Tour of San Diego>Rosarito >Giant Christ>Puerto Nuevo Lobster
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego

AU$117
per adult
Taco Tuesday Hop to Tijuana from San Diego
Rosarito & Paintball/beach horses + transportation

Rosarito & Paintball/beach horses + transportation

AU$183
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rosarito & Paintball/beach horses + transportation
Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego

AU$112
per adult
Tijuana Urban Art Walk from San Diego
Kayak on the San Diego Bay

Kayak on the San Diego Bay

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak on the San Diego Bay
Introduction Rosarito Day Tour from San Diego

Introduction Rosarito Day Tour from San Diego

AU$220
per adult
Introduction Rosarito Day Tour from San Diego
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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 AU$142 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$142
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,740 reviews)
"Super nice big clean rooms. The staff was very nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Real Inn Tijuana by Camino Real Hotels
Hotel Real del Río

Hotel Real del Río

4 out of 5
Avenida Jose Maria Velazco #1409-A Tijuana BC
The price is AU$244 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$244
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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
Quartz Hotel & SPA

Quartz Hotel & SPA

4.5 out of 5
Paseo Centenario 4210, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana BC
The price is AU$273 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$273
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino

3.5 out of 5
Via Oriente 9211 Tijuana BC
The price is AU$203 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$203
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,926 reviews)
"nice hotel"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
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$157 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$157
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,850 reviews)
"Everything so thanks"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Tijuana Zona Rio by IHG
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del los Heroes #10902, Zona Rio Tijuana BC
The price is AU$231 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$231
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,617 reviews)
"Me encanta este hotel, me encanta su comida todo el servicio"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
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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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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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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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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
Open Photo by Nathan Friesen

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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Downtown Tijuana

While visiting Downtown Tijuana, you might make a stop by sights like Hidalgo Market and Plaza Rio Commercial Center.

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