Tecate is a city in Baja California, Mexico, and the municipal seat of Tecate Municipality. It is on the border with Tecate, California, United States and is part of the San Diego–Tijuana metropolitan area. There is a small port of entry between the sister cities that serves as an alternative to the bustling ports of entry in Tijuana. As of 2015, the city of Tecate had a population of 72,860 inhabitants, while the metropolitan area has a population of 102,406 inhabitants. The city sits at an elevation of 540 metres (1,770 ft) above sea level.

Local Cities

Mexicali and Tijuana are on the same road that connects them to one another.

Well known for

Tecate is well known for Tecate Beer.