Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Overview
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This tour is the perfect introduction into Mexico, and we do it the only way that will ensure you get a true local experience. Walking along with a personalized local guide that will take you to uncommon as common places. The idea is that you get to know how to visit by yourself.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Passport is required
Border Regulations it may change the meeting point (Customer will be advice)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tijuana Arch
Get to know how to spend a day walking in downtown Tijuana from the Border to downtown and surroundings.
Avenida Revolucion
The hart of Tijuana and Where Everything began
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Food tasting
Food and drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Tip for your guide
Options
Intro to Mexico Walking Tour: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego
Reviews
614 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tijuana for a day
Kristin H,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My first time visiting Tijuana. I had an awesome time in Tijuana. Taedo was a terrific tour guide. Highly recommended.
The tour provided lots of...
Dawnya W,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour provided lots of historical information and the food tastings were great. Highly recommend.
Tadeo is Tijuana’s best kept secret!
Mia D,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful day spent with my guide Tadeo. It was a worry free day from start to finish. I was very apprehensive about booking this tour with all the instability going on in the US but everything worked out seamlessly. Tadeo is an expert in knowing his history of Tijuana and Mexico. He was passionate about sharing his culture with us. He was thoughtful, patient and genuine in answering all of my questions about the area and its neighbouring communities. I loved visiting the long standing sweet shop, cheese shop and tequila store where we got to sample their delicacies. The gin and tonic at the secret gem microbrewery was the perfect stop to watch the sunset. This was a fantastic experience overall. My only regret was not booking another tour with him! I felt safe 100% of the time we were walking thru the city. The meet up spot in San Ysidro to meet Andres was easy to find. I’m glad I got a text from him confirming where to meet him. Walking back over the border was a piece of cake, no issues encountered. Tadeo explained the whole process of crossing so my nerves were settled. Don’t hesitate, and book this tour with Tadeo to learn about the marvels of Tijuana !
Sunday Day trip
Inspire324209,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing day trip. The weather couldn’t have been any better, our guide Marisol was very knowledgeable. From the food, the candy and tequila tasting; everything was just perfect.
Fun day tour!
carolyns605,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a fun way to spend a Saturday in San Diego! The food was amazing, and was a perfect combination of walking tour and tasting experience.
Great tour but beware the LONG line to return to the USA
Rebecca B,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Humberto was a fantastic guide. Friendly, well informed, and super helpful. He took us to “locals only” places that we never would’ve found ourselves. Lunch was delicious, the tequila tasting was fun and the microbrewery offered some of the best views of the city. The only bad part was the 2.5 hour wait in line to cross the border. It put a damper on the experience but the tour itself was terrific.
Amazing tour!!
Jeffrey T,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is absolutely amazing. Tabitha is a great knowledgeable guide, taking you to many local spots that someone would not find on their own. Well worth the money, amazing tequila tastings and food which were included. 100/10 would recommend
A joyful Walk!!!
AbdoulKarimA,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An unforgettable experience with a friendly, cheerful and highly professional guide. Andrés C. showed us the historical and cultural aspects of the city center. I recommend this tour and this guide to anyone wishing to visit.
A Lively, Educational, and Unforgettable Day in Tijuana
Leandro C,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Visiting Tijuana, Mexico was an engaging and memorable experience that felt both exciting and well organized overall. The only minor drawback was some initial confusion about the exact meeting point, but this was quickly resolved thanks to our exceptionally kind and knowledgeable tour guide, who provided the entire tour in English and clearly explained how to navigate both the Mexican and U.S. borders. We enjoyed a fantastic lunch of quesadillas made with homemade blue corn tortillas—some of the best we’ve ever had—along with plenty of walking, shopping in downtown areas, and unique stops like the historic hotel where the Caesar salad was invented. The tour also included lively alcohol tastings, affordable prices, widespread acceptance of U.S. currency, and even a few adventurous bites, including trying a scorpion. Transportation was a highlight as well, with a vibrant party bus ride into downtown, and throughout the experience we felt safe while gaining a deeper appreciation for both Tijuana’s culture and what we have in America.
Experience Tijuana with a local
Rafiq J,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great walking tour of downtown Tijuana, where you got the see the history and learn what makes Tijuana special.
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