Acolman, Teotihuacán & Plaza de las Tres Culturas: Mexican Craft Workshop

About this experience

This day tour is a guided attraction in Mexico City combining four distinct sites across a six-hour programme. The route takes in the Plaza de las Tres Culturas in Tlatelolco, where Aztec ruins, the 16th-century Temple of Santiago Apostol, and mid-century apartment blocks occupy the same square, making it one of the most layered public spaces in Mexico City. From there, the group travels to Teotihuacan, the pre-Hispanic city that once housed more than 100,000 people and stretches over four kilometres along the Avenue of the Dead. Highlights at the archaeological site include the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Quetzalpapalotl temple complex, and the Citadel. After Teotihuacan, the tour visits a craft workshop where guides demonstrate traditional artisan techniques and the production of agave-based drinks. The session includes tastings of mezcal, tequila, and pulque. The final stop is the Augustinian Monastery of Acolman, founded in the 16th century and considered one of the earliest examples of plateresque architecture in New Spain. Tickets cover return transportation from the starting point at 154 Avenida de la República, a professional guide throughout, entrance fees to Teotihuacan, and all tastings at the workshop. Lunch is available at an additional cost. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. Cancellation is accepted before the scheduled timeslot.

Highlights

• Six-hour guided tour covering four sites around Mexico City
• Walk the Avenue of the Dead at Teotihuacan, spanning four kilometres
• See Aztec ruins, a 16th-century church and mid-century flats in one square
• Visit Plaza de las Tres Culturas in the Tlatelolco district
• Explore Acolman and join a hands-on Mexican craft workshop
• Pre-Hispanic city that once held over 100,000 residents

What is included

• Mexico City transportation
• Professional guide
• Plaza de las Tres Cultures panoramic visit
• Teotihuacan archaeological site visit
• Workshop visit with tequila tasting
• Mezcal and pulque tasting
• Teotihuacan entrance fee

Not included

• Lunch (optional)
• Drinks

Before you go

Arrival and timing Make your way to 154 Avenida de la República ahead of your confirmed departure time, allowing a few minutes to locate the meeting point and check in with your guide. The full day out runs for six hours, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather, as a significant portion of the time is spent outdoors across open archaeological sites. During your visit Teotihuacan is a large open-air site covering more than four kilometres, so a light bag with water and sun protection is sensible. Lunch is not included and is available as an optional extra, so plan accordingly if you prefer to eat during the day. The craft workshop includes tastings of mezcal, tequila, and pulque. Additional drinks beyond the tasting are not included. Photography is generally welcomed at open archaeological sites, but follow your guide's instructions at each stop, particularly inside the monastery and workshop.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.