Northern Border of Tamaulipas

Northern Border of Tamaulipas
In the northern zone of Tamaulipas there are destinations that stand out for their vocation focused on medical tourism, where foreign patients are attended with quality services at affordable costs.

Nuevo Progreso
The town of Nuevo Progreso, which belongs to the municipality of Rio Bravo, is a destination that particularly revolves around medical tourism. During the year, thousands of Americans and Canadians cross the Progreso International Bridge to be attended by dentists mainly, as well as by specialized doctors, also enjoying the gastronomy of Tamaulipas. On March 21st the "Day of the Tourist" is celebrated as a way of thanking them for their visit to Tamaulipas during the winter period.

Nuevo Laredo
This destination in northern Tamaulipas, known for its commercial exchange with the United States of America, thanks to its multiple border crossings, is recognized for its economy, culture and gastronomy. Places you must visit in this city: Nuevo Laredo Cultural Center, Regional Zoo, Old Longoria Bank, "Gabriel García Márquez" Word Station, Maclovio Herrera Market, old Railroad Station, Guerrero Street and its Historic Downtown.

Reynosa
Reynosa stands out for its commercial exchange, business tourism and for being the headquarters of important international companies. Reynosa is the most populated city in the state, due to the installation of textile factories and the operation of businesses related to the oil activity. Among its tourist attractions are the Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Reynosa Cultural Park, the Historical Museum, the Zoo, the "Playita" and the new Expo Tam Reynosa Convention Center.

Matamoros
On the banks of the Bravo River, there is a region that the Tamaulipas musician Rigo Tovar immortalized with his inspiration and that is characterized by its history, culture and gastronomy. Where old houses, parks and museums make up the tourist offer of Matamoros, a border destination that bases its economy on binational trade.

For lovers of the sun and nature, Bagdad beach is the destination that they cannot miss. It is located approximately 40 kilometers from the urban area and there you can relax and enjoy the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Other places to choose from are the Fort Casa Mata, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Tamaulipas, the Railway Museum, the Teatro de la Reforma, the Casa Cross, the Olympic Park and the Rigo Tovar Museum, where you will learn about the history of this emblematic artist born in Matamoros.