Ciudad Juarez City Guide

Try Juarez-style burritos, discada, and carne asada. Strong Tex-Mex and American influences. Vegan and vegetarian options are growing. Late-night street food and some restaurants stay open late.

Nightlife includes traditional cantinas and modern bars mainly around Avenida Juárez and Pronaf zone.

Coffee scene is developing with traditional and specialty cafes.

Tipping is expected. 10-15% in restaurants and for services. Taxi tips optional for extra help.

Buy SIM cards at Telcel, AT&T, or Movistar stores. Telcel has best coverage. ID or passport needed to activate. eSIM depends on provider and device.

Cleanliness varies by area; main tourist spots are tidy but some neighborhoods have litter.

Some pharmacies and convenience stores open 24/7. Hospitals have 24/7 emergency rooms. Night clinics are rare.

Supermarkets like Soriana, Walmart, HEB, and Smart carry international products. Fresh markets like Mercado Juárez sell local produce. Opening hours are typically 7 or 8 AM to 10 PM daily. Bargaining is normal in markets, not in supermarkets.

Cards are accepted in major places like stores and hotels, but cash is needed for markets and street food.

ATMs from major banks like Banamex, BBVA, and Santander are common. Fees can be high, so withdraw larger amounts. Use ATMs inside banks or supermarkets to avoid skimming.

Schools include Colegio Americano with bilingual programs. Teaching is mostly in Spanish but some bilingual options exist. Check timing and availability before applying.

Community is small but growing. Some meetups and co-working spaces exist.

Parks provide green spaces with shade for walks and running.

Popular running spots include parks and riverfront areas. Safe during the day; air quality varies.

Several gyms from budget to premium are available.

Tennis courts available at private clubs and public sports centers.

Padel courts exist but are limited; some clubs offer rental equipment.

Several yoga studios with drop-in classes and some English-speaking instructors.

Various martial arts like Taekwondo, Karate, Boxing, BJJ, and Muay Thai are practiced. English spoken in some gyms.

No skiing nearby.

Limited water sports due to dry climate and no large water bodies nearby.

No surfing. Ciudad Juarez is inland.

No diving options.

Private hospitals like Hospital Ángeles and Star Médica have English speakers and quicker service. Pharmacies are numerous with many open late. Emergency number is 911.

Tap water is not safe to drink; use bottled water for drinking and cooking.

Parks offer playgrounds and green space. Kid-friendly cafes are growing. Museums like La Rodadora are good for families.

More conservative than other Mexican cities but acceptance is growing. Some safe spaces and events exist.

Pet services and some pet-friendly places exist, but dedicated pet parks are few.