Located in the north of the State of Mexico, the Municipality of Teotihuacan is one of the most popular places among tourists and sees an increase every year. This is because it is the area where the most famous pyramids of the whole country are located, but besides this other places cannot be missing from the itinerary of your visit.

At the end of this text, we will tell you a little about what you will find in the archeological zone of Teotihuacan. We will let you know about museums and other hidden gems that have a lot to offer you.

Things to do in Teotihuacán

• Visit the garden of cactus plants: If you are a lover of botanical gardens, this is the place you cannot miss. You will find an oasis in the middle of the desert and see landscapes filled with candelabra cactus and fascinating biznagas, nopales, avocados and even figs. We must tell you that this garden was created to conserve some species in danger of extinction.

• Religious and Teotihuacan architecture tour: A tour to the main churches or cathedrals should be on your itinerary, not only for religious reasons but also to admire works of art and architecture. In Teotihuacan, you can visit the Cathedral Sanctuary of the Divine Redeemer that was built in 1548 and in honour of Saint John the Baptist. You can find sculptures inside. On the other hand, you can also visit Acolman, the Temple Ex-Convent of San Agustin, which was in charge of the Franciscan order. This site houses a vice-royal museum and its building with an Italian influence.

• Museums, culture and history: In Teotihuacan, you will find some interesting museums such as the Teotihuacan Murals Museum, which houses a great collection of sculptures and pieces found in the surroundings of the archaeological zones, as well as models and huge murals through which you can get an idea of what the Teotihuacan culture was like. Include a visit to the Acolman Viceroyalty Museum in your itinerary, a place where you may not find collections but visit the cloisters, the cells and even the library. This site, located inside the Ex-Convent of San Agustin houses a lot of unbelievable history.

• Tour around the pyramids of Teotihuacan: As we mentioned at the beginning, the Archaeological Zone is the most famous and visited site of the municipality because of the two most well-known pyramids - Pyramid of the Sun and the Moon. You will find express tours and other options that will last a full day, and may include obsidian craft and liquor workshops, depending on how much time you have. These tours are generally accompanied by expert guides or archaeologists who can tell you about the history of the ancient cultures as well as the hieroglyphs and sculptures inside each building of this site.

Take a chance and know the Archaeological Zone and the places around this ancient citadel. Besides, you will be able to find walking tours and also tours on quad bikes or bicycles. There are many ways to visit this charming municipality.

Some tours will also give you the chance to be part of obsidian workshops. This millenary rock of shiny black colour had great importance for the Teotihuacan people, both for their combats and to create their own jewellery.

On the other hand, we suggest you take the tours that include food. Inside the archaeological zone, there is a place called 'La Gruta', a gastronomic experience that you cannot miss. The mezcal and liquours made here are unique and have a distinct flavour that you will know only if you try!

Wrap yourself in the history, culture and gastronomy of the ancient Mexican cultures.