Unlock Teotihuacan Pyramids: Private Tour & Delicious Local Lunch

4.8
(193 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get outta town! Go beyond the usual tourist bus experience on this tour that will literally take you out of Mexico City to see Teotihuacan pyramids, try local "delights" like cactus candy, sip on ancient pre-Hispanic brews, and dine at a local family home where you'll enjoy authentic dishes made and served by them. The best part: you’ll be supporting local family businesses, to really give you an itinerary worth bragging about.

What's Included

End your adventure with a delicious homemade lunch at a local family’s home
Dive into the rich Teotihuacan culture, from ancient pyramids to modern times
Taste unique local treats, like cactus candy, along the way!
Travel like a local on public buses throughout the day
Join a friendly, English-speaking local guide as you head out of Mexico City
Explore a nearby town, visiting 2 family-run businesses for a true local experience
Recharge atop the spectacular Quetzalcoatl Pyramid, taking in breathtaking views
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Drinks and additional food

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Casa de los Azulejos ("House of Tiles"), Av Francisco I. Madero 4, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX

End point

Mexico City Fine Arts Museum, Av. Juárez S/N, Centro Histórico Cuauhtémoc, 06050 CDMX

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This full-day Mexico City tour takes you from the city's buzz to the peaceful Teotihuacan Pyramids. We'll meet at the "House of Tiles," then take a 20-minute bus ride to the North Bus Station and a 90-minute countryside journey to the pyramids.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Teotihuacan Pyramids

    We’ll start the day at the Teotihuacan Pyramids, "where men become gods." Walking through them is like stepping back in time.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    We’ll start at the impressive Moon Pyramid, where a guided tour will uncover the history, meaning, and architecture of this iconic Latin American site.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Step back in time as we explore the Teotihuacan Pyramids. Start at the Moon Pyramid, then walk the Calzada de los Muertos to the towering Sun Pyramid, learning its history and significance along the way.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Take some time to relax and soak in the pyramid views before we continue with a stroll through a local town, making two stops to dive deeper into the rural way of life. The highlight of the day is lunch at a local family’s home, where you'll experience authentic life outside Mexico City.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, or Gluten Free options are available on this tour, but please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.
  • Please note that this tour covers about 6 km of walking and can be quite strenuous for travellers who are not used to walk. We recommend this tour for guests who have at least a medium level of fitness ability.
  • Please note that it is not allowed to climb the pyramids.
Supplied by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Latin America

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Full-day Tours
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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