PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
R
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Rosarito
North AmericaMexicoBaja California

Rosarito

Baja California, Mexico · North America

About Rosarito

Rosarito sits on the route: 5 minutes from Ciudad Morelos, 34km from Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway.

Rosarito is a city located in Baja California, Mexico. With a population of 100,660, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Rosarito sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Tijuana time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Rosarito to your route.

About Rosarito

Rosarito is a coastal city in Playas de Rosarito Municipality, Baja California, on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. As of 2010, the city had a population of 65,278. Located 10 miles (16 km) south of the US–Mexico border, Rosarito is a part of the greater San Diego–Tijuana region and one of the westernmost cities in

Read more Mexico. Rosarito is a major tourist destination, known for its beaches, resorts, and events like the Baja Beach Fest.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Rosarito

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Rosarito.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Rosarito.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Rosarito?

Rosarito offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Rosarito?

Plan your road trip to Rosarito with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Rosarito as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Rosarito located?

Rosarito is located in Baja California, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 32.3604 latitude, -117.0464 longitude.

What is the population of Rosarito?

Rosarito has a population of approximately 100,660 people, making it a city in Mexico.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Rosarito as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Rosarito. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
100,660
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Baja California
Timezone
America/Tijuana
Coordinates
32.3604, -117.0464

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Mexico

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.

Full driving guide for Mexico

Tags

North AmericaMexicoBaja CaliforniaCity

Worth the detour from Rosarito

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

coastal drive

Tijuana-Ensenada Scenic Highway

Baja's toll road 1D hugs Pacific cliffs for 100 km between Tijuana and Ensenada, with surf breaks, seafood stops and sweeping ocean panoramas the whole way.

34 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

San Diego Zoo

World-renowned zoo in Balboa Park home to over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

SeaWorld San Diego

Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.

48 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Valle de Guadalupe

Mexico's premier wine region producing world-class wines in a sun-drenched valley dotted with innovative restaurants and boutique wineries.

51 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Rosarito

  • 34 kmTijuana-Ensenada Scenic HighwayBaja's toll road 1D hugs Pacific cliffs for 100 km between Tijuana and Ensenada, with surf breaks, seafood stops and sweeping ocean panoramas the whole way.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Rosarito.

Ciudad Morelos

🇲🇽 Mexico

4 km awayPop. 2,040

Colinas del Sol

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 1,361

Quinta del Cedro

🇲🇽 Mexico

9 km awayPop. 5,704

Pórticos de San Antonio

🇲🇽 Mexico

9 km awayPop. 34,234

Los Valles

🇲🇽 Mexico

9 km awayPop. 3,135

Villa del Prado 2da Sección

🇲🇽 Mexico

10 km awayPop. 18,226

La Joya

🇲🇽 Mexico

10 km awayPop. 26,860

Las Delicias

🇲🇽 Mexico

11 km awayPop. 15,486

Plan a trip around Rosarito

North America road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Rosarito

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence