Teotihuacan Pyramids and Basilica of Guadalupe
Location : Mexico City, Mexico
Duration : 10 hours (approx.)
Hit three top historical attractions on this full-day guided tour from Mexico City: Tlatelolco, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Teotihuacan. See where the main market of the Aztec empire once stood in Tlatelolco. At the Shrine of Guadalupe, one of the most popular Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, see a cloak with an image of the Lady Virgin on display. Stroll through the archaeological ruins of Teotihuacan, known as the City of the Gods, and climb the Sun and Moon pyramids for fantastic views.
Highlights
- 10-hour guided tour of Tlatelolco, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Teotihuacan
- Visit Tlatelolco, the largest archaeological site in Mexico City
- See the Shrine of Guadalupe, also known as the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Learn about the miracle of the Virgin of Guadalupe and its role in Mexican culture
- Explore ancient Maya ruins at the archaeological site of Teotihuacan and climb its pyramids
What You Can Expect
After meeting your guide in Mexico City, you will drive to Tlatelolco, today the largest archaeological site in Mexico City. Here, you'll learn about this important site, which was part of the capital of the Aztec empire and where the biggest market of that empire stood. You will walk by and see Plaza of the Three Cultures where the Pre-hispanic, colonial and modern Mexico get together.
Following your Tlatelolco tour, you will head to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Basilica de Guadalupe). This is the most important religious building in all of Mexico and one of the most visited places in the Catholic world, annually receiving more than 20 million pilgrims.
After visiting the Basilica of Guadalupe, you will continue your tour to Teotihuacan, “City of the Gods.” A professional guide will accompany you on a journey through the history of this mystical place. Walk around the ruins and be in awe, as many Mesoamerican ancient travelers must have been when they came from other cities of its time. See the famous Sun and Moon Pyramids and take in the incredible views from the top of these.
After a wonderful day visiting these wonderful and must-see attractions in Mexico, you will head back to the central meeting point.
