Ciudad Juarez

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Chamizal Federal Public Park
Discover the story of this tenacious Mexican frontier town on a tour of its galleries, museums, national monuments, parks and plazas.

Visit Ciudad Juárez to experience a side of Mexico away from tropical beach resorts and Aztec culture. Explore a city with strong links to the nation’s revolutionary history. Established in 1659, Ciudad Juárez boomed during the U.S. Prohibition with revelers crossing the border to enjoy the city’s nightlife. It gained notoriety in the 1990s for drug warfare but has reinvented itself and now declares, “Juarez is waiting for you.”

The city sprawls along the banks of the Río Grande. Distances between most major attractions are large. Travel around via taxi or ride on the sightseeing Turibus Juárez. Explore the historic center by visiting the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Plaza de Armas. Relive the Mexican Revolution and pre-Revolution Mexico under the dictatorship of Porfirio Díaz at the nearby Museum of the Border Revolution.

Walk to Plaza Benito Juárez to see the Benito Juárez Monument, dedicated to an influential figure of the Mexican-American War. Catch a taxi to the Ciudad Juárez Art Museum, which puts on exhibitions by local and international artists. About 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) east is Paso del Norte Cultural Center, a venue for live music and performing arts.

In the north of the city, and along the Mexico-U.S. border, are popular urban spaces. Learn about pre-Hispanic civilizations at Chamizal Museum of Archaeology in Chamizal Federal Public Park. Gaze up at the soaring Monument Mexicanidad in Plaza de la Mexicanidad. South of the city center is Central Park, home to botanical gardens and the family-friendly museum La Rodadora Interactive Space.

Shop for leather goods, masks and musical instruments at the City Market. Don’t miss Casa de Adobe, a house museum which hosted the planning of the Mexican Revolution. For fun, join a sandboarding tour at Samalayuca Sand Dunes.

Reach Ciudad Juárez by flying to Ciudad Juárez International Airport, about 9 miles (15 kilometers) south of the city center. You can also get here by public bus from El Paso, Texas. Remember to bring your passport.

Where to stay in Ciudad Juarez

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Aeropuerto

Aeropuerto might not have many top sights, but Central Park and Plaza Las Misiones are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aeropuerto
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Taiz

While Taiz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Park and Plaza Las Misiones.

Taiz
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Colonia Juárez

While Colonia Juárez may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Benito Juarez Monument.

Colonia Juárez
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Salvarcar

While there might not be top attractions in Salvarcar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza Las Misiones and Speaking Rock Entertainment Center.

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ibis Juarez Consulado
ibis Juarez Consulado
3 out of 5
Prol Ramon R Lara 8930 3 And, Av Paseo De La Victoria, Ciudad Juarez, CHIH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €71 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€71
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
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iStay Hotel Ciudad Juarez
iStay Hotel Ciudad Juarez
3.5 out of 5
Paseo Triunfo de la Republica 3745, Colonia Circuito Pronaf, Ciudad Juarez, CHIH
The price is €82 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€82
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions American Consulate and Plaza de las ...
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Krystal Urban Ciudad Juárez by US Consulate
Krystal Urban Ciudad Juárez by US Consulate
3 out of 5
Av. Tecnologico 3750, Partido Iglesias, Ciudad Juarez, CHIH
The price is €88 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€88
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ciudad Juarez. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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Krystal Urban Ciudad Juárez by US Consulate
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Extended Suites Ciudad Juarez Consulado
Extended Suites Ciudad Juarez Consulado
3 out of 5
Ramón Rivera Lara, 8651, Col. Partido Senecu, Ciudad Juarez, CHIH
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ciudad Juarez. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour health club, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
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Apartment "Blanquita" Own House.
Apartment "Blanquita" Own House.
Ciudad Juárez
Stay at this apartment in Ciudad Juarez. Popular attractions American Consulate and Ysleta–Zaragoza International Bridge are located nearby. Discover genuine ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Casita perfecta para familia de 4
"Muy buenos anfitriones, llegamos a la 1 am y nos recibieron sin ningún problema, muy buena y accessible comunicacion con el anfitrión. La casita cuenta con todo lo que necesitas para tu estadía. El único problema fue que las paredes y las puertas podrían estar más limpias , también el techo nesesita ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2023

Apartment "Blanquita" Own House.
Consulate Luxury Apartment
Consulate Luxury Apartment
Ciudad Juárez
Stay at this apartment in Ciudad Juarez. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions American Consulate and Plaza Las Misiones are located nearby. ...
4/10 (1 review)
"The property is close to the American consulate and is in a gated community, but the interior of the home is very outdated and needs improvement. There is only hot water for shower and it stopped working 3 times during our stay. There is no hot water coming from the faucets. The couch needs to be ..."

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Consulate Luxury Apartment
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