Ensenada Travel and Tourist Information

Ensenada travel and tourist information
Get the most from your staying in Baja California

Ensenada Location
Ensenada City is located approximately 100 km south of the US-Mexico border by road. Ensenada is also the government seat of the municipality of the same name which occupies most of the northern portion of the Baja California peninsula.

Port Services in Ensenada
Ensenada is a seaport in Baja California and is linked to Mexican and foreign ports.

Gastronomy of Ensenada
Ensenada typical dishes are the popular fish tacos, known internationally.

Scientific Research in Ensenada
Ensenada is currently the city with more scientists per capita in Mexico. Here is the Investigación Científica y de Educación Superior center where they conduct research on earth science, applied physics, oceanography and marine biology.

Tourist Attractions in Ensenada
The Bufadora, whale watching and the Astronomical Observatory, are among the attractions of this area. In addition, both Ensenada coasts, one in the Pacific Ocean and the other in the Sea of Cortez, offer the opportunity to practice various water sports.

Events in Ensenada
The famous Baja 1000 race and the Carnival are two of several events held annually in this port city.

Climate in Ensenada
Ensenada offers one of the best climates on the planet, classified as Mediterranean. Summers and winters are generally mild.