One of the great archaeological excursions in the Americas. Go early, ideally on a weekday, and check current site rules before building your day around pyramid access.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
Teotihuacán — the City of the Gods — was one of the largest cities in the ancient world, with a population exceeding 100,000 at its peak around 450 AD. The Avenue of the Dead runs 2.5km between the Pyramid of the Sun (the third-largest pyramid in the world) and the Pyramid of the Moon. The Temple of the Feathered Serpent and the residential compounds reveal a sophisticated urban civilization whose builders remain debated. An hour northeast of CDMX by car or bus from Terminal Norte. Arrive at opening to beat the heat and crowds.
What Stands Out
- Pyramid of the Sun — third largest in the world
- Pyramid of the Moon
- Avenue of the Dead
- Temple of the Feathered Serpent
- 1 hour from Mexico City