Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacán puerta 1 — Local services in State of Mexico

Look, if you really want to enjoy your visit to Teotihuacán, you’ve got to be smart about it.

First off, don’t expect an air-conditioned museum. This is a massive ancient city — with real sun, real dust, and real stairs. If that’s not your vibe, maybe cue up a documentary on Teotihuacán at home instead.

We went on a Monday morning in June 2025 and had a fantastic time. Entry was around $5 USD per person, and we even saw that Mexican citizens enter free on Sundays — which is a great incentive for locals. Some reviews complained about being overcharged, but honestly, that feels like user error. The man at the gate was incredibly polite and even asked if I had a student or military ID to get a discount. So unless you got scammed by a guy not in uniform, I’m not sure what folks are griping about.

☀️ Pro tips:

Get there early. It gets hot, and you’ll be doing a lot of walking — and climbing — along the Avenue of the Dead.

Bring sunscreen, hats, and water. There are no food or drink sales inside the park, which keeps things clean but means you’re on your own hydration-wise.

Don't leave valuables in your car. Yes, someone brought three MacBooks in a rental. I wish I was joking.

📜 A note on expectations:

Some reviewers were upset that the Pyramid of the Sun is no longer climbable (still true as of June 2025). But that doesn’t make it any less jaw-dropping. And the Pyramid of the Moon is still partially open for climbing. Just do a tiny bit of research before you go — if you’re reading this, you’re already ahead of the curve.

🗺️ As for signage, I saw people whining that the signs were damaged or lacking information. Personally, we found them fine — and frankly, you have a supercomputer in your pocket. If you’re really hungry for context, go with a group and hire a guide (we saw plenty, and one even led their group to lunch afterward). My wife and I went old-school: bought a paper map, read the Wikipedia page, and rawdogged it. No regrets.

🚶‍♂️ But beware: distances are deceptive. What looks close is usually a decent trek. There are lots of stairs, uneven paths, and enough cardio to make your smartwatch think you’re training for a Spartan race.

🎯 Outside the entrance, a few things to note:

You’ll probably be approached by guys selling 4-wheeler excursions. They’ll claim you can skip a lot of the walking and enter at a closer gate. (They quoted us about $1,800 MEX/$90 USD per ATV, by the way.) If that’s your style, go for it. If not, just smile and say no thanks.

From Gate 1, after ticket purchase, there’s a short walk to the actual entrance. Along the way, you can grab last-minute souvenirs, sunscreen, or use the restroom.

🛍️ Inside, the vendors will approach you. Often. But don’t be annoyed — this is their livelihood. A friendly “No gracias” will usually do the trick after a few tries. But seriously, if you’re paying $5 to get into one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites, buy something small from a vendor sitting in the sun all day. A carved jaguar whistle goes a long way — and makes a great gift.

🥘 Bonus: We made lunch reservations at La Gruta, the cave restaurant just outside Gate 5. After exploring, we exited straight there — cooled off, ate well, and celebrated surviving the Avenue of the Dead with enchiladas and ambiance.

Bottom line: Teotihuacán is extraordinary. But it's not a guided Disney ride. Plan smart, come prepared, and you’ll walk away amazed — and maybe a...

It would be truly a Unesco World Heritage site if unauthorised sellers and guides wouldn't be allowed to run their scams. It's a shame for Mexico's culture. You think you would do a good deed by getting someone at the gate that looks in need, you agree on a price, they get you through all their friends selling 5 times more than the shops at the gates and at the end they ask you 10 times more what you initially agreed. It's just a bitter taste in such a...

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