Queretaro, Pre-Aztec Pyramid private tour

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"El Cerrito" archeological site. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Toltec pyramid in Queretaro. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Archeological Site represents the evidence of the Toltec Empire's presence in the Queretaro area, an empire that culturally influence the whole Meso-American region for hundreds of years before the arrival of the Aztecs.

You'll be able to understand the importance of the Toltec trade and cultural presence in the area, why and how we know about them, the work of the archeologist in the site, the presence and importance of the pyramid and the hacienda that owned it during the colonial times, and what happened to them during the 19 and 20th centuries.

It is a unique opportunity to learn about the whole pre-Hispanic times history and culture in presence of one of the largest pyramids in Mexico.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Armando MexTour

Ages: Adults (14–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide fee

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Costo de entrada al sitio arqueológico

Itinerary

El Cerrito Archaeological Zone

Passing by

Hundreds of years before the Aztecs reign in central Mexico, another even wider empire was the centre of the Meso-American power and culture. The city of Chichen-Itza in Yucatan marked its southern influential border while, "El Cerrito" in Queretaro marked its border to the north.

In this experience you'll know the archeological site, the local museum, understanding the temporal and geographical importance of this monument, the nation that built it, and the enormus influence of the Toltecs in the Aztec culture.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The Archeological site is within Queretaro's metro area, in the suburb of "El Pueblito". You can take a taxi/Uber/Didi anywhere in the city to take you there, I'll be waiting for you at the site entrance.

End point

The Archeological site is within Queretaro's metro area, in the suburb of "El Pueblito". You can take a taxi/Uber/Didi anywhere in the city to take you there, I'll be waiting for you at the site entrance.