Tijuana
About Tijuana
Tijuana, just 25 minutes from San Diego, is the most visited border in the world and one of the most important cities in the country due to its rapid economic growth. Its famous Avenida Revolución, built in 1889, is a popular meeting spot for its shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Additionally, Tijuana offers a wide range of dining options, modern hotels, convention centers, and an international airport. One of its major events is the “Feria de las Californias” in August, which showcases local industry and commerce. The climate is Mediterranean, with temperatures ranging from 1.5°C to 36°C.
Recommendations on where to stay
Hotel Lafayette
Think cool design, upcycling and old glamour but all in one and located right in the heart of one of the coolest towns, Tijuana. PET FRIENDLY
Hotel Jatay
Playas de Tijuana is an ever-growing area in the city of Tijuana, rich in culture and characterized as the place where the nation begins, serving as the division between the United States and Mexico.
Vista Hermosa Resort & Spa
Located on the coast just 50km/31mi south of the San Ysidro border of U.S./Mexico. Amazing ocean views, amenities and year-round weather and sunsets.
Restaurants we love
Erizo Marketo
A casual, comfortable, and fun space inspired by street carts, food stands, and Baja! Crudos, snacks, conchas, ceviches, aguachiles, tacos, grilled dishes, and delicious cocktails, Mexican craft beer, and wines from around the world.
Quattro Fogon Italiano
An Italian restaurant serving wood-fired pizza, pasta, and salads.
Lion Fish
A variety of dishes prepared with the freshest and most flavorful seafood. From grilled lobster to shrimp ceviche.
Fuego Santo
Their specialty is charcoal-grilled cuisine, focused on highlighting and elevating the best of the ingredients. A signature culinary and mixology experience.
What to do?
Pinturas Rupestres
Here you can see white and red paintings on a rock face, surrounded by nature with streams, hot springs, waterfalls, and remnants of missions. It’s located in front of Rancho El Milagro, along Baja California’s Wine Route, about 35 km from Ensenada and 75 km from Tecate.
Sailboat
Duration: 3 hours
Capacity: Min 2 people – Max 4 people
Includes: Lunch (Ceviche), Drinks to choose: wine bottle or beers
Location: Hotel Coral y Marina, Ensenada
Scuba Diving in La Bufadora
Duration: 3-4 hours
Includes: 2 Dives, Diving Equipment (Wetsuit, mask, fns, weights BCD, reg), Two Tanks
Requirements: PADI or Open Water (equivalent) certification
Location: La Bufadora, Ensenada
Bodegas de Santo Tomás | Cava Viñamar
You will get to know part of the history of one of the most important wineries in Mexico through a guided tour in what is now a historical heritage site of Ensenada.
Includes: Tasting of 4 wines.
Location: Cava Miramar, Ensenada
