The Magic of Cholula and Tonanzintla (private tour)

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About this activity

Cholula is considered the oldest continuously inhabited city in America. Its history spans more than 2500 years. You will be able to experience the archaeological zone, the site museum, the old Convent of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios built on the pyramid. And as a backdrop to that impressive view you can admire the majestic Popocatépetl volcano.

Walk the cobblestone streets of Cholula, visit its main square and some craft stores. Finally, be dazzled by the architectural splendor of the Church of Tonanzintla, a magnificent example of the indigenous baroque style.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: CASA MEXICANA TOUR OPERADORA

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Driver - Guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Tips
Not included: Archaeological Zone Ticket

Itinerary

Great Pyramid of Cholula

Passing by

The great pyramid called Tlachihualtepetl, which means "hill made by the hand of man", is considered the largest pyramid in the world thanks to its base measuring 400 meters per side. From its summit you have a privileged view of the Puebla valley and the Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, built in 1594. From above you can also see the Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl volcanoes. Currently there is no access to the tunnels, but there is access to the archaeological zone and the site museum. At the end of the tour of the great pyramid, we visit the center of Cholula to see its zocalo and some spaces with crafts. Finally, we visit the Church of Tonzanzintla, a superb example of indigenous baroque.
Templo de Santa Maria Tonantzintla

30 min

The Church of Santa María Tonanzintla is famous for its decorations in what has been termed as baroque-indigenous art. In a pre-Hispanic interpretation it is originally dedicated to the goddess Tonatzin or goddess of corn and later replaced by the Data of the 16th century and was built in four phases, inside you can find pre-Hispanic decorative elements such as dark-skinned angels and others with blond hair and blue eyes, niches with tropical fruits and corn.
Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de los Remedios

one hour

Church of Our Lady of Remedies and viewpoint