Ciudad de México Trip Overview
Immerse yourself in the ancient religious roots of Mexico. The Shrine of Guadalupe is currently the world’s second most visited Catholic Sanctuary, after The Vatican. It is dedicated to the adoration of the Virgin of Guadalupe, and is where the mantle of Juan Diego is exhibited portraying the sacred image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
After visiting the Shrine of Guadalupe, prepare yourself to discover and explore the magnificent and world-known Pyramids of Teotihuacan. The city of Teotihuacan was one of the most powerful religious and cultural centers in Mesoamerica.
You will explore the Avenue of the Dead, have the opportunity to climb the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, and La Ciudadela. You will learn about this important civilization´s social, cultural, and religious heritage.
At the end of your tour, you will visit an arts and crafts workshop where you can buy crafts made of the famous obsidian stone and find the perfect souvenir!
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Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Ciudad de México, Mexico
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico
Immerse yourself in the ancient religious roots of Mexico. The Shrine of Guadalupe is currently the world’s second most visited Catholic Sanctuary, after The Vatican. It is dedicated to the adoration of the Virgin of Guadalupe, and is where the mantle of Juan Diego is exhibited portraying the sacred image of the Virgin of Guadalupe.
After visiting the Shrine of Guadalupe, prepare yourself to discover and explore the magnificent and world-known Pyramids of Teotihuacan. The city of Teotihuacan was one of the most powerful religious and cultural centers in Mesoamerica.
You will explore the Avenue of the Dead, have the opportunity to climb the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, and La Ciudadela. You will learn about this important civilization´s social, cultural, and religious heritage.
At the end of your tour, you will visit an arts and crafts workshop where you can buy crafts made of the famous obsidian stone and find the perfect souvenir!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe, Fray Juan de Zumarraga No. 2 Villa Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City 07050 Mexico
Guadalupe Shrine: It is currently the world´s second most visited Catholic Sanctuary, after The Vatican. It is dedicated to the adoration of the Virgin of Guadalupe, it is located at the foot of the Tepeyac hill, where the mantle of Juan Diego is exhibited, on this famous mantle, the sacred image of the Holy Virgin of Guadalupe is embodied. This is considered a miracle among Catholics.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Zona Arqueologica Teotihuacan, Ecatepec Piramides km.22 + 600, San Juan Teotihuacan 55800 Mexico
Teotihuacan Archeological Zone: enjoy an amazing tour of the pyramids of Teotihuacan with the company of a certified guide who will explain all there is to know about the customs, traditions, and history of this ancient civilization. You can take amazing pictures of the world-famous Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon and walk around this beautiful and wonderful site, it is a journey through time.
Duration: 4 hours
