Tlatelolco is a city founded by the Tlatelolcas in 1337A.D. It was located on an islet within Lake Texcoco. All kinds of local merchandise and those from the most remote areas were sold there.

Your first day begins as we drive to Tlatelolco, considered the largest archaeological site in Mexico City. With your guide, learn of the importance of the place which was part of the capital of the Aztec empire. See the Plaza of the Three Cultures where Pre-hispanic, colonial and modern Mexico blend.

The name of the Plaza de las Tres Culturas comes from the fact that the architectural ensembles located around it come from three different historical stages: Mesoamerican, Spanish, and modern Mexican.

Continue the tour towards 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. It receives more than 20 million pilgrims every year.

After visiting the Basilica of Guadalupe, you will continue your tour to Teotihuacan, “City of the Gods.” A professional guide will go with you on a journey through the history of this mystical place. Walk around the ruins and be in awe at the marvelous pyramids and buildings. Go up the famous Sun and Moon Pyramids and take in the incredible views from the top. Note: The date you choose upon booking is for the Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine tour. The Xochimilco and Frida Kahlo tour is taken the following day we remind you Mondays Frida Kahlo museum is not open. Due to COVID restrictions, some areas of Teotihuacán may be closed.

This famous pyramid, located in the ancient city of Teotihuacán, is one of the largest in the world.

Teotihuacán, Place where the gods were made, is the name given to what was one of the largest cities in Mesoamerica during pre-Hispanic times.