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Where is Tijuana, Mexico

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: February 08, 2026 12:41 PM ET

Tijuana is a city located in the northwestern part of Mexico, in the state of Baja California. It is situated along the border with the United States and shares its northern border with the city of San Diego in California. Tijuana is known for being one of the busiest border crossings between Mexico and the United States and is a major center for trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. It is part of the larger Tijuana-San Diego metropolitan area, which spans both sides of the Mexico-United States border.

Tijuana Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Tijuana, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Baja California
Region	Northwestern Mexico (U.S.-Mexico Border)
Municipal Seat	Tijuana
Named After	Indigenous Kumiai word "Tijuana" (near the sea)
Established	1889
Municipality Status	1917
Coordinates	32.5149° N, 117.0382° W
Total Area	637 sq km
Land Area	637 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	1,810,645
Population Rank	Second-largest city in Mexico
Major City	Tijuana
Main Industries	Manufacturing, Electronics, Medical Devices, Tourism, Trade
Major Airport	General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ)
Time Zone	Pacific Time (UTC-08:00)
Known For	World’s busiest land border crossing, manufacturing hub, cultural scene
Website	https://www.tijuana.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Tijuana, Mexico

Avenida Revolución - famous street known for shopping, nightlife, and culture
Centro Cultural Tijuana (CECUT) - major cultural complex with museums and IMAX theater
Playas de Tijuana - coastal area with boardwalks, restaurants, and ocean views
Mercado Hidalgo - traditional market with local food and products
El Popo Market - historic market offering crafts and regional goods
Tijuana Cultural Center Dome - iconic spherical building and city symbol
Parque Morelos - large urban park with a zoo and lakes
Las Americas Border Viewpoints - spots to observe the U.S.-Mexico border region
Telefonica Gastro Park - popular food park featuring Baja-style cuisine
Casa de la Cultura Tijuana - cultural center hosting art exhibitions and performances

Distance from Tijuana to Other Mexican Cities

Tijuana to Rosarito - 20 km (12 miles)
Tijuana to Ensenada - 105 km (65 miles)
Tijuana to Tecate - 55 km (34 miles)
Tijuana to Mexicali - 180 km (112 miles)
Tijuana to San Felipe - 260 km (162 miles)
Tijuana to San Quintín - 300 km (186 miles)
Tijuana to San Luis Río Colorado - 390 km (242 miles)
Tijuana to Hermosillo - 690 km (429 miles)
Tijuana to Ciudad Obregón - 1,000 km (621 miles)
Tijuana to Culiacán - 1,200 km (746 miles)
Tijuana to Guadalajara - 2,000 km (1,243 miles)
Tijuana to Mexico City - 2,300 km (1,429 miles)

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