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Plan Your Visit to Teotihuacan

I'm Angela, a SECTUR-certified tour guide from Mexico City, and me and my team are at Teotihuacan almost every day. So I put all my planning guides on this page, from hours and tickets to what to wear and when to go.

By Angela Vilchiz, owner of Find Me Mexico. Tours led by SECTUR-certified local guides · Facts checked November 2026

Our tour group at the Teotihuacan pyramids

Teotihuacan is open every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry 4:30 PM), and the ticket is 210 MXN (about $12 USD) for foreign visitors. It's about 1 hour northeast of Mexico City by bus, Uber or tour. So I recommend to get there right at 8 AM, before the heat and the big tour buses.

This page is the planning half of my Teotihuacan guide. The other half is about the pyramids themselves, like the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and the history of the city.

Each topic below has a short answer and a link to my full guide on it, so you can skip the parts you already know.

And if you only remember one thing... go EARLY. There's almost no shade at the pyramids, and the sun up here burns you a lot faster than you'd think.

Quick facts

OpenEvery day, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Last entry4:30 PM

Ticket, foreign visitors210 MXN (about $12 USD)

Ticket, Mexicans and residents105 MXN, free on Sundays

Distance from Mexico CityAbout 50 km (30 mi), about 1 hour

Entrance gatesPuerta 1 to 5

ClimbingMoon to the first section; Sun closed

Essentials

What do you need to know before you visit Teotihuacan?

These are the questions I get the most before a tour, starting with the basics.

When does Teotihuacan open?

Every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the last entry is at 4:30 PM. The best hours are 8 to 10 AM, because the big tour buses start showing up around 10 or 11 and the afternoon is the hottest part of the day.

Teotihuacan opening hours and the best time of day →

How much does it cost to go to Teotihuacan?

The ticket is 210 MXN (about $12 USD) for foreign visitors and 105 MXN for Mexicans and residents. They also get in free on Sundays, but foreign visitors still pay. That's the cheap part though, and your real cost depends on how you get there.

Teotihuacan costs for every budget →

How do you get to Teotihuacan from Mexico City?

It's about 50 km (30 miles) northeast of the city, so around 1 hour by road without traffic. You can take the bus from Terminal del Norte (it leaves about every 15 to 20 minutes), an Uber, or a tour that picks you up at your hotel. And if you take an Uber, getting one back from the pyramids can take a while.

How to get to Teotihuacan from Mexico City →

Can you do Teotihuacan as a day trip from Mexico City?

Yes, and that's how almost everyone does it. You only need half a day. On our tours pickup is between 6:15 and 7:00 AM, and you're back at your hotel around 12:00 PM or 3:30 PM depending on the tour you pick.

Teotihuacan day trip from Mexico City →

Is there a map of Teotihuacan?

Yes. Most of what you came to see is lined up along the Avenue of the Dead, which is about 2.4 km (1.5 miles) long. There are 5 entrance gates (Puerta 1 to 5), so it helps to know which one you're going in. My map page shows where everything is and the route we take.

Teotihuacan map and entrance gates →

Plan your day

How should you plan your day at Teotihuacan?

How long to stay, when to go, what to wear and what you can (and can't) do once you're inside.

How much time do you need at Teotihuacan?

Most first visits need 3 to 4 hours on site. With only 2 hours you'll see the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, but you'll be rushing. With 3 to 4 you can walk the whole Avenue of the Dead and see the Temple of the Feathered Serpent too.

How much time you need at Teotihuacan →

When is the best time to visit Teotihuacan?

January to May is the dry season, and January and February are the coolest months, around 15 to 24°C (60 to 75°F). June to September is rainy season, but the rain usually comes in the afternoon, so a morning visit still works.

Teotihuacan weather and the best time to visit →

What should you wear to Teotihuacan?

Closed shoes with good grip, because the paths are uneven rock and dirt. Wear light layers too, since it's cool at 7 AM and hot by 10. And bring a hat, SPF 50 sunscreen and at least 2 bottles of water, because there's almost no shade.

What to wear to Teotihuacan (and a packing list) →

Can you climb the pyramids at Teotihuacan?

You can climb the Pyramid of the Moon, but only up to the first section, and the view down the Avenue of the Dead from there is amazing. The Pyramid of the Sun is still closed to climbing, but you can walk right up to it and it's HUGE even from the ground.

Can you climb the Teotihuacan pyramids? →

Good to know

Is Teotihuacan safe, and can you go without a tour?

Is Teotihuacan safe?

Yes, during the day it's a safe place to visit, and there's security at the gates. Most problems people have there come from the sun and not drinking enough water. Also, please ask before you feed the pyramid dogs, because some of them are on a special diet after a surgery.

Is Teotihuacan safe? My safety tips →

Can you visit Teotihuacan without a tour?

Yes, you don't need a guide to get in. You can take the bus, buy your ticket at the gate and walk around on your own. But the signs only tell you a little bit, so a lot of people go home without knowing what they saw.

Visiting Teotihuacan without a tour →

What happens at Teotihuacan on the spring equinox?

Every March thousands of people come dressed in white to "charge their energy" at the pyramids, and in 2027 the equinox is on March 20. In 2025, INAH counted 36,255 visitors from March 20 to 23. So if you want to go that weekend, I recommend to book early and get there as early as you can.

Teotihuacan spring equinox 2027 →

Angela explaining Teotihuacan to a tour group

Tour or no tour

Should you visit Teotihuacan with a tour?

You can do Teotihuacan on your own and save some money, and a lot of people do. But the city is about 2,000 years old and nobody knows for sure who built it, so without someone telling you the stories it's hard to understand what you're looking at.

If you're still deciding, these will help:

And if you want a Teotihuacan tour or a sunrise hot air balloon above the pyramids... that's what me and my team do. Our Teotihuacan group tours start at $1,000 MXN (about $55 USD) per person with hotel pickup, tickets and a SECTUR-certified guide who gives the tour in English. We also do private tours and the hot air balloon at sunrise, and you can see all our tour options side by side :)

Teotihuacan visit FAQ

What time does Teotihuacan open?

Teotihuacan is open every day from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the last entry is at 4:30 PM. I recommend to get there right at 8, because it gets hot and busy after 10 AM. More in my Teotihuacan opening hours guide.

How much is the entrance ticket to Teotihuacan?

It's 210 MXN (about $12 USD) for foreign visitors, and that includes the site museum. Mexican nationals and residents with proof pay 105 MXN, and they get in free on Sundays. Here's the full cost breakdown for Teotihuacan.

How far is Teotihuacan from Mexico City?

About 50 km (30 miles) northeast of the city, which is around 1 hour by car or bus, and longer with traffic. Here's how to get to Teotihuacan by bus, Uber or tour.

Can you climb the Teotihuacan pyramids right now?

You can climb the Pyramid of the Moon up to the first section, and that's what we do on our tours. The Pyramid of the Sun is still closed to climbing. The full story is in my guide on climbing the Teotihuacan pyramids.

Do you need a guide to visit Teotihuacan?

No, you can go on your own and buy your ticket at the gate. A guide helps you understand what you're looking at, and a tour also sorts out your transportation and tickets. Here's what it's like to visit without a tour, and how to find a good Teotihuacan guide if you want one.

What is the best month to visit Teotihuacan?

January to April, because it's dry and not too hot yet. May gets really hot in the afternoon, and June to September has rain most afternoons. My Teotihuacan weather guide goes month by month.

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