From Mexico City: Teotihuacan and Basilica of Guadalupe Tour
About this experience
What happens on the day
Discover three icons of Mexican culture on a guided tour. Start in Tlatelolco, in the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where you will learn about the pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern history of Mexico. Visit the Church of Santiago, built in 1522 on Aztec ruins, and learn about the last Aztec resistance to Hernan Cortez. Then, visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most important shrine in the country, where you will admire both the old and the new basilica and learn about the history of the Virgin of Guadalupe and its appearance in San Juan Diego. On the way to Teotihuacan, stop at an obsidian workshop and enjoy an optional tequila tasting and a Mexican buffet lunch (Optional). Explore Teotihuacán, "the place where the gods are born", touring the Causeway of the Dead, the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Palace of Quetzalpapálotl, admiring the ancient sculptures and decorations that tell centuries of history and legends.
What is included
- Comfortable transportation
- Entrance to Teotihuacán
- Professional guide
- Tequila and Mezcal Tasting
What is not included
- Tips
- Food and Drinks
Cancellation policy
Refund window
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ day before: 100% refund
- 0–1 day before: 0% refund
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Meeting & pickup
Where you start and end
- Pickup: No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.
- Operator notes: Thank you for booking with us Meet your guide at one of the available meeting points: Hostal Amigo (Isabel La Católica 61 - A, Historic Center of Mexico City, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Mexico City) at 7:30 a.m.
The day
Itinerary summary
- Tlatelolco
The journey begins with an introduction to the ancient cultures that inhabited these lands before the arrival of Europeans, offering an in-depth look at their traditions, architecture, and worldview.
- Basilica de Santa Maria de Guadalupe
Visitors will be able to appreciate both the old and new basilicas, two emblematic monuments that narrate centuries of devotion and architectural evolution in Mexico.
- Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan
During the visit, you will walk along the impressive Causeway of the Dead, a 4 km avenue that connects the main structures of the site.
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- Special requirements or dietary needs
Reviews summary
4.7 average rating across 82 reviews in partner review feeds.
Why we picked this
What makes this a Mexicaning shortlist pick
- 9 HRS commitment.
- Free cancellation when offered by the operator policy.
- Day Trips & Pyramids — fits the Mexicaning lens.
- This Mexicaning page replaces the partner product page for browsing, date selection and booking request.
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the meeting point at HOSTAL AMIGO is at 07:30 and At MIGA CAFE at 08:20 h
- No pickup — meet the guide at the start point.