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Is this a good city for LGBT expatriates? Why or why not?
Yes. TJ is steady and there is a big LGBTQ community at post. Same-sex marriage is legal in Mexico and you can see queer couples and families going about their lives here. Probably one of the best posts for LGBTQ officers and their families. - Oct
I reflect so, especially in the context of the border region. There are several gay bars downtown on “Revolucion Boulevard” where all the nightlife is, and of course Tijuana has always been the place people came to execute all the things they could not in the U.S., so I deliberate the local cultural is historically more welcoming of “non-mainstream” lifestyles, generally speaking. Having said that, “machismo” cultural is very much alive in Baja California and Mexico; and outside of cities people may not be so welcoming. Many Mexicans still conceal their true sexual orientation from families and friends. I have found that it is like a lot other more traditional cultures – people are accepting (to your face) as long as you are not related t
Gay Tijuana
A lower drinking age, and a greater tolerance for pleasures of the flesh south of the border, long ago made Tijuana a magnet for those from the north. Young military men in particular, but other Americans of all ages and orientations have been coming in droves, especially since the days of Prohibition in the US.
Many Americans arrive here to shop and Tijuana has no shortage of retail establishments from sidewalk entrepreneurs to the big shopping malls. Plaza Río is the largest of the lot, just a scant minutes from the border between Paseo de los Heroes and the Tijuana River. Other malls are at Plaza Monarca, Plaza Carrousel, Centro Comercial Playas/Plaza Coronado, and the Galerias Hipodromo.
Parque Guerrero, at Tercera and Cinco de Mayo, often has local art, blankets, jewelry and such for sale among the park benches. It's easy to locate a partner for chess hereabouts - and sometimes partners for other games too, if you're courteous (and careful).
Crossing this border one cannot escape the stark actual world of the wall, or the political complexities
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Plaza Santa Cecilia, Tijuana: This pedestrianized street just over the border is packed occupied of tourists but is also the center of the same-sex attracted community with a number of gay bars and discos located here. Photo by Radio Arco Iris TJ
Cross border clubs and a big party scene
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Tijuana has a vibrant gay scene right in the heart of the city, just a limited walk from the border. The pedestrianized Plaza Santa Cecilia has several gay bars and many more are just a concise walk away.
Most places have a mix of tourists and locals. Big thumping dance clubs, miniature bars and everything inbetween are available including several bathhouses.
Hustlers are fairly commmon in a number of places so make sure you know what you're getting into. Pickpockets can also be a problem in backrooms or in lap dancing places so keep your wallet and smartphone safe.
Tijuana's annual pride parade is in June.
Rosarito is also covered on this page but we currently have no listings there but they do have an annual pride parade.
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Tijuana has a vibrant queer scene right in the heart of the urban area, just a short saunter from the border proximate San Diego. The Plaza Santa Cecilia has several gay bars and many more are not too far away. Here you’ll find big thumping sway clubs, small bars and everything in between. It is directly underneath an arch on the corner of 1st and Revolución and is known as the gayborhood in Tijuana. If you are up for a visit, then check out our list of Top 10 Lgbtq+ Friendly Hotels and Sites in Tijuana, Mexico. (In addition, discover the birthplace of the Caesar Salad; the beloved dish start on menus all around the U.S.)
Top 10 Lgbtq+ Friendly Hotels and Sites in Tijuana, Mexico
This trendy destination has a variety of gay friendly hotels and sites that you will find is enjoyable for everyone.
1. Hotel Caesars
This classic hotel was built in the s, and now offers WiFi and private baths. World-famous Caesar&#;s Salad was born here in It was created by Cesar Cardini, then chef and owner of Caesar&#;s Restaurant (the place where it is still prepared to date).
2. Hotel Ticuán
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