Food and drink Tijuana, Mexico

TJ Xpress Shared Tour

3 h 20 min – 5 h 10 min

TJ Xpress Shared Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Tijuana on this shared half-day tour led by a local guide. Learn all about the history and culture of this border city through stops at local landmarks, shops, and even a Lucha Libre museum. You'll also have the opportunity to sample Tijuana's culinary delights, such as the original Caesar salad. Please note that you must bring your own cash for food, which is not included in the tour price.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 20 min – 5 h 10 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 52 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Baja Rides and Tours

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–6 years) · Youth (7–8 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Admission fees: The cost of the entry fee at Mullme Lunch a Libre museum needs to paid at site.
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Avenida Revolucion

one hour

The tour includes a guided walking tour along Avenida Revolución and through downtown Tijuana, allowing guests to experience the city at street level. Along the way, multiple selected stops are made at key points of interest, including museums, local breweries, souvenir shops, and other cultural landmarks. This walking segment provides ample opportunity for exploration, storytelling, and interaction, offering a comprehensive view of the energy, history, and daily life of downtown Tijuana through a locally guided perspective.
Mullme

one hour Admission not included

The itinerary includes a visit to the Museo de la Lucha Libre Mexicana (MULLME), the only museum of its kind in Mexico dedicated entirely to the history and cultural impact of lucha libre. This stop offers insight into one of the country's most iconic traditions through exhibits, memorabilia, and local stories. Please note that this visit is available exclusively on pre-booked tours for Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, subject to museum availability.
Stop 3

20 min

The tour includes a visit to Plaza Santa Cecilia, one of the most traditional and culturally significant plazas in downtown Tijuana. Known for its mariachi music, lively atmosphere, and historical character, the plaza offers a glimpse into local traditions and everyday social life. This stop provides time to explore, observe, and experience a side of Tijuana that reflects its deeply rooted musical and cultural heritage.
Museo De Historia De Tijuana

30 min

The tour includes a stop at the Tijuana History Museum, where visitors gain insight into the city's foundations, growth, and role as a border community. Through curated exhibits and historical references, the museum provides context on Tijuana's social, cultural, and economic development. This visit helps connect the city's current energy with the events and influences that shaped its history.
El Popo Market

10 min

At the Popo market, our guide will explain the origins and history of this downtown market ( here you can buy sweets, cheeses, kitchen utensils, spices and more )
Stop 6

15 min

The tour includes a stop at Ruta del Borracho, a well-known spot in downtown Tijuana renowned for its extensive selection of mezcal and traditional liquors. Guests are introduced to mezcal tasting as part of the local drinking culture, with guidance and context provided to enhance the experience. For those interested, the venue is also known for its famous "scorpion eating dare," a long-standing novelty that reflects the playful and unconventional side of Tijuana's nightlife. Participation in this activity is entirely optional and presented as a cultural curiosity rather than a requirement, allowing guests to participate at their own comfort level.
Stop 7

10 min

It began as a small adobe chapel in 1902, was elevated to a Cathedral in 1964 and declared a historical monument in 2012. Its current construction stands out for its California mission style, consolidated in the 1950s after several reconstructions.
Norte Brewing Co.

40 min

The tour includes a visit to Norte Brewing Co., one of Tijuana's pioneering craft breweries and a key contributor to the city's burgeoning beer scene. This stop offers the opportunity to experience locally brewed beers in an environment that reflects Tijuana's innovative and independent spirit. Guests gain insight into the city's craft culture while enjoying a curated break that complements the tour's culinary and cultural flow.
Stop 9

one hour

The tour includes a stop at Caesar’s Restaurant, the birthplace of the original Caesar salad in 1924. Unlike many tours that only pass through, this experience allows you to enjoy a freshly prepared salad tableside, using the classic dressing invented at this historic establishment. This stop adds a distinctive culinary element to the tour, connecting Tijuana’s gastronomic history with a hands-on, authentic dining experience.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your tour guide will be waiting for you there and will contact you before the tour to answer any questions about the pickup location.

End point

Your tour guide will be waiting for you there and will contact you before the tour to answer any questions about the pickup location.

Pickup points

Stay Rio Tijuana Hotel
Gateway Inn
Motel Rio Tijuana
Quartz Hotel & Spa
Hotel Pueblo Amigo Plaza & Casino
Estacion Federal

Your tour guide will be waiting for you there and will contact you before the tour to answer any questions about the pickup location.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.