From San Diego - Tijuana City Guided Tour and Food Tasting

San Diego



Discover Tijuana on a guided tour from San Diego. Explore the city's sights, sample the local food and enjoy a craft beer tasting.

This guided day tour from San Diego explores Tijuana’s cultural sites, local food, beaches, and craft beer tastings, suitable for travelers interested in Mexican culture.

Highlights

  • Explore the main streets of Tijuana
  • Visit the city’s most iconic sights
  • Sample local food
  • Visit Tijuana’s beaches
  • Participate in a craft beer tasting

Description

Begin with hotel pickup in Old Town San Diego and cross the border to Tijuana. Your first stop is the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT), where you can explore the museum and botanical gardens to learn about Baja Peninsula history.

Next, visit the nearby beach to see the border wall between Mexico and the United States. Enjoy cocktails and ceviche tostadas as an optional treat before continuing.

Walk along Avenida Revolucion to see landmarks such as the Jai Alai building and Caliente Casino. Visit the site where the Caesar salad was created, shop locally, and take part in craft beer and tequila tastings.

Lunch takes place at Tacos Tijuanazo, known for traditional Mexican tacos. The tour concludes with a visit to Mercado Hidalgo, where you can sample churros and purchase souvenirs before returning to San Diego.

Includes

  • Guided tour of Tijuana City with a professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Old Town, San Diego, California
  • Food and drinks included as per itinerary
  • Entry to the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT), museum, and botanical gardens

Excludes

  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • This activity requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Bring valid identification for border crossing. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for full access to all sites. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Tijuana’s main streets, cultural sites like the Tijuana Cultural Center, beaches, local food tastings, and craft beer sampling.
The tour begins with hotel pickup in San Diego’s Old Town area.
Tour length can vary, so check the booking website for specific duration details.
Yes, the tour includes sampling authentic local cuisine in Tijuana.
Yes, transportation from San Diego to Tijuana and back is included with hotel pickup.
The first stop is the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT), including the museum and botanical gardens.
Yes, a valid passport is required to cross the US-Mexico border for the tour.
Yes, the itinerary includes visits to Tijuana’s beach areas.
Yes, the tour features craft beer tasting as part of the experience in Tijuana.
The tour operates year-round, but check the official tour page for seasonal availability and current schedules.

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