The Apollo Guide to
Tijuana,
Baja California,
Mexico
World Class Care, For Less
everything you need to know before arriving in tijuana
Is it safe in tijuana?
Travelers need to take sensible safety precautions in Tijuana like not flashing expensive items, drinking in moderation, and not visiting the red light district. It is best practice to stick to the tourist zones, use shuttle services offered by the clinic, and follow the advice of hotel and clinic staff.
How do I get to Tijuana?
To get to Tijuana, take I-5 South all the way to the San Ysidri border crossing. You can cross the border by car or on foot. Parking on the US side of the border costs between $5-$15 USD per day. Border crossing times vary, and can be found here.
As of August 24th, border wait times for reentry into the United States are significantly longer than normal due to Coronavirus prevention measures being taken by the US Customs and Border Patrol.
Some cool tips you should know
01.
US Dollars are Widely Accepted in tijuana.
Be sure to stock up on cash on the US side of the border before your arrival to avoid fees charged by ATMs and 4% additional charges for credit card purchases.
02.
You don't need to Speak Spanish!
English is widely spoken in Tijuana. Hotels, Shops, Pharmacies, and Medical Providers are especially accommodating.
03.
San Ysidro is the busiest border crossing in the World
More than 300,000 travelers cross the border between San Diego and Tijuana every day, making it the world's busiest international border.
04.
Stock up on Pharmaceuticals
It is legal to carry a 60-90 day supply of pharmaceuticals across the border with a prescription. Drugs like insulin can be purchased for up to 85% off of the price in the United States.
05.
Crossing the Border is Simple.
All that you need to cross the border is a valid passport. You can cross the border in a vehicle or on foot in both directions. The San Ysidro border crossing is open 24 hours a day.
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Dental Clinics in Tijuana
Dental Brush Tijuana
Experience the same quality of care in Mexico for a fraction of the price of what you would pay in the U.S. The difference in price often allows patients to afford better materials and dental care brands than they would back home.
Evidentall
Evidentall combines the most innovative techniques in gum treatment, implants, and dental aesthetics with extraordinary attention to patients to bring permanent solutions to various oral problems.
Nakeji Dental Group
Nakeji is a 100% Mexican, family-owned company with more than 35 years of experience in the dental field, always at the forefront in materials, equipment and training.
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Where to stay in Tijuana
Hotel Lucerna Tijuana
Apollo Medical Travel has partnered with the 5-Star Hotel Lucerna to offer an exclusive, discounted rate and additional services for our patients including a special soft foods menu for patients undergoing dental procedures.
Located 2 miles from the international border with the city of San Diego, California, Hotel Lucerna Tijuana is a traditional hotel that pays special attention to families and executives.
Their guests have at their disposal free Wi-Fi, gym with sauna, private parking, business center and swimming pools. The property is centrally located close to all of Apollo’s partner clinics.
$130 – 162 USD per night
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K TOWER Urban Boutique Tijuana
Apollo Medical Travel has partnered with the 5-Star KTOWER Boutique Hotel by Lucerna to offer an exclusive, discounted rate and additional services for our patients including a special soft foods menu for patients undergoing dental procedures.
KTOWER is a new generation of urban luxury that combines personalized service, world class standards and exclusivity, in the cosmopolitan area of the city.
A collection of rooms that surround you. Exclusivity, luxury, comfort and sophisticated spaces that create a connection with the senses.
$189 USD per night
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Close to Home, but far from American Healthcare Costs.
Just 30 minutes South of San Diego, Tijuana is home to many clinics who offer high quality services to an international clientele.