The ancient city of the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon.
Address: Ecatepec-Pirámides km 22, San Juan Teotihuacán, State of Mexico
Teotihuacan flourished from about 100 BC to 550 AD and was one of the largest cities in the world, with perhaps 100,000 people. The Aztecs found it in ruins centuries later and named it "the place where the gods were created".
The Pyramid of the Sun is among the largest pyramids in the world. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
October to April.
Opening time, before heat and crowds.
Huge crowds on the spring equinox.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
It flourished around 100 BC–550 AD.
Access has been restricted; check current rules.
About 1 hour.
