The pyramids are easy to get to from Mexico City. Take the metro to Tasquena and follow the signs to "autobus" There you can purchase a bus ticket to the town of Tepotzlan. The drive is about 1.5 hours on a very comfy bus. When you arrive, you'll be at the "top" of the town and you'll need to take... More

The piramide located on top the tepozteco mountain in tepoztlan was built by the Tlahuicas a tribe that paid tribute to the aztec empire. Curiosly the population of tepoztlan has remained the same since prehispanic times. Its about a half hour on a steady pace to reach the piramide and i would recommend making at least one stop on the... More

The hike is 2k each way and somehow I think the going up is easier than coming down. It is a bit hard but such a great experience and the reward is the amazing view that you get when you reach the top. There are some animals called Tejones but as lOng as you don't feed them they'll leave you... More

We climbed up to the pyramid in the afternoon with two children aged 4 and 8 (almost). It was far more challenging that we had planned for, even though the guidebook had warned us. It was a fantastic adventure, however; the climb was beautiful, although there were some moments when I was worried about the kids slipping (don't do this... More