Pyramids of Teotihuacan without VIP commercial stops
Description
This tour is designed for travelers who want to explore Teotihuacán without commercial stops or visits to shops. We focus entirely on the history, culture, and greatness of one of the most impressive ancient cities in the world. You will walk along the Avenue of the Dead, visit the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, accompanied by certified guides in history and archaeology who explain every detail in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-understand way. An authentic experience for those who want to truly discover Teotihuacán and make the most of their visit. All guides hold the highest certifications in archaeology and history.
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Itinerary
We’ll pick you up early at one of our 5 strategic meeting points to leave Mexico City on time and avoid crowds and long lines. Once in Teotihuacán, you’ll walk along the impressive Avenue of the Dead and admire the majestic Pyramids of the Sun, the Moon, and Quetzalcoatl, always guided by a local expert who will share the fascinating and easy-to-understand history of one of the most influential civilizations in Mexico and the world. After the tour, we’ll head back comfortably to Mexico City. Transportation is 100% safe, operated by experienced drivers focused on your comfort.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(705)
We enjoyed our tour! Our tour guide was also amazing!
We took the Teotihuacan Pyramids tour today, and overall it was a great and informative experience, though it did have a few bumps along the way. The day started with some confusion regarding the pickup location. I selected Starbucks as our pickup point, not realizing that the Starbucks was located inside the Fiesta Americana Hotel. Fortunately, we arrived at the hotel in time and were able to join the tour without any issues. Upon meeting our initial guide, Kimberly, she explained that she spoke very little English and asked for our patience. While that wasn’t a problem in itself, there was very little engagement with the group during the drive to the pyramids, which made the ride feel somewhat disconnected. Once we arrived at Teotihuacan, the group was divided into English-speaking and Spanish-speaking tours. Thankfully, we were assigned to Ruben, who was absolutely fantastic. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the history of the pyramids. Ruben shared fascinating details about the site’s origins, the challenges archaeologists faced in determining who occupied the area, and the various theories surrounding the purpose of the pyramids. His enthusiasm and expertise truly enhanced the experience. A few tips for future visitors: be prepared to encounter many vendors throughout the site, often every 100 to 200 feet. They sell beautiful handcrafted items, many made from obsidian. While most vendors were not overly aggressive, there are a lot of them, so it’s something to expect. If you plan on shopping, bring plenty of pesos, as many of the individual vendors only accept cash. There is ATM located inside the building prior to brick and mortar stores and exit. The only downfall is that is strictly in Spanish, as there was no other language options. At the end of the tour, there are larger stores where you can purchase souvenirs, although I didn’t compare the pricing. There is also a small convenience store that only accepts cash for drinks, ice cream, and snacks, so it’s wise to carry some cash with you. Despite the initial confusion and lack of engagement during transportation, the tour itself was excellent. The history, culture, and incredible sights make this a must-do experience when visiting Mexico City. And if you’re lucky enough to have Ruben as your guide, you’re in for a truly memorable and educational visit.
This was an amazing experience! Teotihuacan is an incredible sight and Ruben was an expert guide. We learned so much and would 100% do it again.
Great day out exploring the area.
Couldn't have been happier with the half day trip. Our guide, Reuben was tremendous.
Our guide, Yair, was fantastic. He had so much knowledge and was happy to take any questions, and had answers for those too!
Had a fabulous and knowledgeable guide named Yair. Plenty of time to explore on your own and take photos as well as listen to the guide. Lots of steps - come prepared! Slightly chilly in the mornings.
Very smooth experience. Everyone was really friendly & our guide yair was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the pyramids. Would recommend!
Great experience and our guid is great too
Great trip. Quite compact and knowledgeable
