• 2-Day Guadalupe Shrine, Teotihuacan Pyramids and Xochimilco

    2-Day Guadalupe Shrine, Teotihuacan Pyramids and Xochimilco

    We will begin our journey at Mexico City visiting the Square of the three cultures, where the past and the present mix; continue to the impressive archaeological zone of Teotihuacan, to admire the monumental Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon, the temple of Quetzalpapalotl, the citadel and the avenue of the dead. We will…


  • 6-Night Best of Central Mexico Tour: Teotihuacan Pyramids, Taxco, Cuernavaca and Puebla from Mexico City

    6-Night Best of Central Mexico Tour: Teotihuacan Pyramids, Taxco, Cuernavaca and Puebla from Mexico City

    See the top attractions in Mexico City and its surrounding area on this activity-filled, 5-day, 6-night tour. Spend your first day getting to know Mexico City on a hop-on hop-off tour. During the rest of your five full days, travel to many historical and cultural sites, including the Shrine of Guadalupe , the Teotihuacan Pyramids…


  • Teotihuacan Balloon Flight Transportation and Breakfast in a Natural Cave

    Teotihuacan Balloon Flight Transportation and Breakfast in a Natural Cave

    FLY OVER THE CITY OF THE GODS IN TEOTIHUACÁN We have all the necessary permits and certifications to guarantee your safety and enjoy your balloon flight Get to know the archaeological zone from above, guaranteeing your fun and safety with one of the best agencies in Teotihuacán Including a toast with sparkling wine accompanying the…


  • Teotihuacan Archaeological Site with Expertise Private Tour

    Teotihuacan Archaeological Site with Expertise Private Tour

    Visit the most important archaeological site in the surrounding areas of Mexico City. Teotihuacan – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – a city built over 2,000 years ago; the famous pyramids have an amazing history yet to be full discovered. Along with an expert guide, learn about the history, legends and new archaeological discoveries in…


  • Balloon Flight and Tour in Teotihuacán from Mexico City

    Balloon Flight and Tour in Teotihuacán from Mexico City

    Come see why we are travelers’ favorites. More than 10 years in panoramic flights, pilots with a commercial license, new equipment with permits from the AFAC (Federal Aviation Agency). Civil) and a committed team make us your best option. You will fly at more than 600 meters high through the Teotihuacan Valley You will enjoy…


  • Balloon flight with tour to Teotihuacán from Mexico City

    Balloon flight with tour to Teotihuacán from Mexico City

    We are experts in organizing unforgettable trips, we have more than 15 years of experience in the market With us you will fly in a hot air balloon in the safest way possible, 10 years in panoramic flights, pilots with a commercial license, new equipment and high quality standards make us your best alternative You…


  • Hot air balloon flight in Teotihuacán + Breakfast in a Cave

    Hot air balloon flight in Teotihuacán + Breakfast in a Cave

    Flying in a hot air balloon is quite exciting, delight in a breathtaking view of the Teotihucán Pyramids. Then you and your companions will enjoy a toast upon landing, closing the morning with an excellent breakfast in a Natural Cave. We will proceed to taste typical drinks from the Pulque, Tequila and Mezcal region and…


  • Private Tour: Teotihuacán/Basílica de Guadalupe Hotel Pick Up

    Private Tour: Teotihuacán/Basílica de Guadalupe Hotel Pick Up

    Enjoy a trip full of comfort in transport, fun; and, why not?, sing along the way. Forget the rush that a conventional tour has, the time is yours and you enjoy it at your own pace. We will start early in the morning for a quick access and a tour with few people, for greater…


  • Tour to the Underworld in Teotihuacan from Mexico City

    Tour to the Underworld in Teotihuacan from Mexico City

    We are a new, completely renovated company that offers Tours that guarantee an experience to places not visited before in the Archaeological Zone, in the same way we offer you to live with our artisans and carry out activities that are suitable to live with all the members of the people who you love more,…


  • Temazcal-Pre-Hispanic Ceremony in Teotihuacán

    Temazcal-Pre-Hispanic Ceremony in Teotihuacán

    You will be able to perceive from a new look the energy that is in this place. Teotihuacan is a place full of history and culture and in this experience you will be able to experience its mysticism and magic up close, being part of an ancient ceremony that will help you rediscover yourself and…


  • Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX.

    Balloon flight + Breakfast in cave + Pyramids + Pick up CDMX.

    Why book with us?. Agency with 20 years of experience, top leader in hot air balloon flights in Teotihuacán with a minimum flight duration of 45 minutes. We have all the certifications and permits issued by AFAC (Federal Civil Aviation Agency) to carry out balloon flights safely and professionally. New and very colorful hot air…


  • Tour to Teotihuacan from CDMX with entrances included

    Tour to Teotihuacan from CDMX with entrances included

    Welcome to Mexico City & the Ancient City of Gods! Hola! I´m Gio a local graduate intern of INAH (National Institute of Anthropology and History) and certified licensed tour guide. We´ll begin our experience by meeting at Parque Mexico located in the center of Condesa. In Mexico we have a local saying: “full belly, happy…


  • Balloon flight experience to Teotihuacan Pyramids

    Balloon flight experience to Teotihuacan Pyramids

    Tour where we will have an unforgettable experience in hot air balloon flight in shared mode, observing the archaeological zone of Teotihuacan from the heights, feeling the wind caress your face, understanding the magic and history of such an imposing culture.


  • Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City & Chapultepec Tour

    Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City & Chapultepec Tour

    OVERVIEW Join our tour to visit the Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City & Chapultepec. The largest urban park in Latin America, Chapultepec hosts the only royal castle in North America; and the National Anthropology Museum, one of the most visited museums in the world with the richest collection of artifacts from Mesoamerican civilizations. HIGHLIGHTS…


  • Tour to Teotihuacan, Tula and Anthropology Museum

    Tour to Teotihuacan, Tula and Anthropology Museum

    OVERVIEW You will thoroughly explore the 2 most important archeological sites in Central Mexico: Teotihuacan and Tula. Also, visit the world-famous National Museum of Anthropology which hosts the largest exposition of pre-Hispanic artifacts in the world. HIGHLIGHTS ● Explore the 2 most important archeological sites in Mexico: Teotihuacan & Tula. ● Climb & enjoy stunning…


  • Grutas de Tolantongo Tour from Mexico City (1- or 2-day)

    Grutas de Tolantongo Tour from Mexico City (1- or 2-day)

    OVERVIEW Join our tour from Mexico City to visit and relax in the volcanically heated waters of Grutas de Tolantongo, a collection of hot spring pools built into a cliff of a picturesque canyon with walls as much as 500 meters high. HIGHLIGHTS ● Drive through picturesque valleys and mountains on your way to Grutas…


  • Taxco & Xochicalco Tour from Mexico City

    Taxco & Xochicalco Tour from Mexico City

    OVERVIEW During this tour from Mexico City discover two World Heritage Sites: the colonial-era city of Taxco and the pre-Columbian ceremonial center of Xochicalco. HIGHLIGHTS ✓ Admire the ancient pyramids of Xochicalco and learn about their history. ✓ Discover unique Instagramable locations walking down the streets in Taxco. ✓ Get acquainted with the local long…


  • Mexico City Street Food Tour: Evening in the Historic Center

    Mexico City Street Food Tour: Evening in the Historic Center

    OVERVIEW Join a culinary adventure with us as we explore the most iconic and hidden street food gems in Mexico City’s Historic Center. Indulge in traditional Mexican “antojitos” beyond tacos, savor drinks at a local cantina, and immerse yourself in the area’s vibrant cultural heritage as we walk through its historic streets. Join us to…


  • Private Combo 2 days: Teotihuacan+Basilica+Tlatelolco+Xochimilco+Frida+Coyoacan

    Private Combo 2 days: Teotihuacan+Basilica+Tlatelolco+Xochimilco+Frida+Coyoacan

    Enjoy your First day full of history in Teotihuacán and Tlatelolco, and know the importance of religion in the Basilica of Guadalupe. The next day, enjoy a mix of color and tradition by visiting Xochimilco and traveling in a trajinera, and learn about the culture and art of Coyoacán and the Frida Kahlo museum. This…


  • Private Tour: Teotihuacan & Xochimilco in one day

    Private Tour: Teotihuacan & Xochimilco in one day

    This experience in Teotihuacan will be even more pleasant due to the stories and research on the latest discoveries that our certified guide will share with you during the tour. Then, we will cross the city to arrive at Xochimilco. The guide will provide extensive information about the history of the city and the different…


This UNESCO World Heritage Site is commonly visited on day trips from nearby Mexico City. See the pyramids from above on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride before exploring the ruins on the ground, or opt for an early-morning tour with an archaeologist to learn the site’s history and avoid the crowds that descend later in the day. Teotihuacán highlights include the Moon Plaza, the Sun Pyramid, the Palace of Quetzalpapalotl, and the Temple of Quetzalcoatl (the feathered serpent).

Things to Know Before You Go

  • Teotihuacán is a must-see for history buffs and those interested in indigenous cultures.
  • The steep climb to the top of the Sun Pyramid includes more than 200 steps so requires a reasonable level of fitness.
  • Though the pyramids are not wheelchair accessible, the site itself and the restrooms are.
  • The site is closed on Mondays, and Mexican residents receive free admission on Sundays.
  • On weekends and holidays, a trolley takes visitors from the entry booths to various stops within the site for a small fee.

How to Get There

Located about 30 miles (50 kilometers) northeast of Mexico City, Teotihuacán is accessible by the scenic but long 132D, a winding freeway that can take well over an hour, and 85D, a toll road that will usually get you to the pyramids in about 50 minutes. It’s also easy and convenient to take a bus from the Terminal Central del Norte in Mexico City; buses leave at least hourly and are geared toward tourists with limited Spanish skills.

When to Get There

Since locals receive free admission on Sundays, expect more crowds then. Popular Mexican public holidays, such as Independence Day (September 16), the week of Easter, and All Saints Day (November 1) also tend to attract more visitors. In general, in order to beat the crowds, arrive in the early morning either on a private tour or on your own.

Visiting the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

About a 50-minute drive from Teotihuacán, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Basílica de Santa María de Guadalupe) is the most-visited religious site in Latin America. In 1531, a man professed to see a vision of the Virgin Mary at the site, and a second image is said to have appeared on his cloak. Millions of worshippers come to the basilica every year to see this sacred cloth, and Our Lady of Guadalupe Day is celebrated December 12.