Top Mexico Day Trips

Go early in the morning to avoid the crowds and explore one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the world in a more relaxed environment. Arriving early will allow you to enjoy more pleasant temperatures, fewer visitors, and better photo opportunities while discovering the ancient city. With a certified expert guide, walk along the emblematic Calzada de los Muertos, visit the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, and explore the most important temples and ceremonial complexes of this fascinating Mesoamerican civilization. Unlike many other tours, this experience is designed to focus completely on the archaeological site and its history, without commercial stops or tourist traps, allowing you to fully appreciate the grandeur of the legendary City of the Gods. Transportation is shared with other travelers. Upon arriving at the archaeological site, you will be divided into small groups to better enjoy the guided tour.

Sail the turquoise waters of the Caribbean aboard a catamaran to Isla Mujeres. Enjoy snorkeling in vibrant coral reefs, then relax at a private beach club with a delicious buffet lunch (for non-all-inclusive tours). Explore the island’s historic center during free time before returning to Cancun. This shared tour offers a relaxing and exciting day of sun, sea, and local culture.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking Grutas de Tolantongo, nestled in the canyons of Hidalgo, on this seamless small-group tour from Mexico City. Relax in naturally heated thermal pools, explore hidden caves and waterfalls, and hike lush trails while immersing yourself in the beauty of this untouched paradise. With private transportation, insider guidance, and support for the local community, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural connection.

On this private door-to-door tour, you can avoid the large tour groups and get to know the historic sites just outside Mexico City in the company of just your family and friends. Your personal guide takes you to Tlatelolco, an excavated Aztec zone, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a popular Catholic pilgrimage site, before you explore the grandiose pyramids and majestic avenues of mysterious Teotihuacan. Upgrade to include lunch.

Yucatán’s most popular attractions are spread out across the region, making it difficult to arrange logistics and secure entry to each one independently. Save yourself the work with this guided tour, which checks off the archaeological wonders of Chichén Itzá with a traditional Mayan culinary experience, a refreshing cenote swim, and time to explore Valladolid’s colonial streets. Along the way, gain local insight into the region’s history, culture, and natural beauty.

Spend hours at your leisure in the forests, bays, and beaches outside Puerto Vallarta. This relaxing day trip takes you to the nearby villages of Yelapa and Majahuitas. A light breakfast is served on the boat where you’ll have access to sandy shoreline and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.

If you’re short on time in Huatulco, don’t just settle for seeing one or two of the coastal gem’s bays. Instead, check off seven seaside spots on one convenient boat tour, which showcases bays and beaches in and around Huatulco National Park. Enjoy the ocean breeze as you travel by boat, so that you can cover much more than if driving.

Experience Teotihuacan from the air, and on the ground, on this group tour from Mexico City. Start your day with a hot-air balloon ride at sunrise over the Pyramid of the Sun, Pyramid of the Moon, and Avenue of the Dead, before sitting down to a breakfast in a natural cave. Finally, explore the Teotihuacan archaeological site (entrance fee extra) with a guide to provide informative commentary.

Visit Teotihuacan in the early morning for a memorable view of the landmark site on a full-day tour from Mexico City. Afterward, stop at an artisan market, then have time to purchase lunch and refreshments before returning to Mexico City. Your tour includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience Teotihuacan without the hassle of coordinating transportation, managing schedules, or navigating one of Mexico’s largest archaeological sites on your own. This immersive tour focuses on the ancient city itself, giving you time to explore landmarks such as the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Avenue of the Dead without unnecessary detours. With logistics handled for you, you can focus on the history, architecture, and scale of the City of the Gods at a comfortable pace.

Teotihuacan shouldn’t be missed when visiting Mexico City, especially for archaeology and history lovers—but getting there and back in a day can be complicated without your own vehicle. On this full-day tour, leave the planning to someone else and take in the vast complex without stressing over logistics. A seated breakfast inside the cave of La Gruta is included.

Embark on a profound cultural and historical journey starting at the Plaza de las Tres Culturas, where you'll explore the church of Santiago de Tlatelolco and the ruins of a pre-Hispanic city. Continue to the Guadalupe Basilica, climb Tepeyac Hill, and witness the religious and cultural significance of the area. The tour concludes with a visit to Teotihuacan’s awe-inspiring pyramids. Enjoy a three-course lunch and shop for local crafts along the way.

Make the most of your time being docked in Costa Maya and gain an insight into the ancient Mayan civilization. Start with an adventure into the jungle to discover the city of Chacchoben, an archeological site dating back to 200 BC. Afterwards, take a refreshing dip in Bacalar Lake, Mexico’s second-largest freshwater lake which boasts mesmerizing turquoise water, and tuck into a local lunch.

Embark on an action-packed adventure at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park! Enjoy ATV rides through the jungle, zipline across the jungle canopy, and cool off with a jump into a natural cenote, with breaks for lunch and tequila tasting.

Also known as the City of Gods, Teotihuacan was once one of the western hemisphere’s greatest cities. Delve deeper into the UNESCO World Heritage Site than you would alone with a guide who gives insight into the majestic plazas and murals on this half-day trip from Mexico City. Best of all, this early-morning tour lets you beat the crowds.

Skip the hassle of navigating public transport or taxis when visiting Mexico City's top attractions. Instead, opt for this comprehensive full-day tour with hotel pickup, which takes you from the city to Tlatelolco (an archaeological excavation site), the ancient Teotihuacan Pyramids, and the Basilica of Guadalupe—one of Mexico's most celebrated landmarks.

Experience Mexico City like a local on a guided walking tour that helps you navigate bustling markets for a traditional taste of life in the capital. Shop at Mercado Melchor Muzquiz and Mercado Jamaica; taste tacos and tamales, and sip traditional atole. Ride the Mexico City Metro like a local and discover the ingredients and traditions behind salsa making.

Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the Teotihuacan pyramids as you float above the famous archaeological site on a bucket-list experience. Upon landing, eat breakfast before touring the pyramids and Basilica of Guadalupe with an expert who will share intriguing information about Mexican history, architecture, and culture. You’ll also have the chance to visit an obsidian workshop and stop for a local lunch before returning to Mexico City.

Learn more about Oaxacan heritage on a half-day excursion to Mitla. Join a small group and visit the ancient archaeological complex of Mitla. Learn about the Zapotecs who built this incredible structure, and enjoy free time to explore the ruins. You will also visit a local workshop where you can see the traditional way of making Oaxacan textiles with natural dyes.

Combine a tour of the ancient Mayan ruins of Chacchoben with a visit with a Mayan family on this guided tour from Costa Maya. Travel from the cruise port by air-conditioned vehicle to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins for a guided tour. Afterwards, pay a visit to a Mayan family in Chacchoben Village. Learn about traditional medicines and how to make a traditional tortilla, then sample traditional dishes from recipes passed down through the generations.

Combine two top attractions while on shore at Costa Maya. Get picked up at the cruise port and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic Mayan ruins at Cacchoben, which date to 200BC. Afterwards, head to Bacalar Lagoon, also know as the Seven Colors Lagoon, with stops at Cenote Emeralda, Black Cenote and the infamous Pirates Channel. Also included are lunch, snacks, water and alcoholic beverages.

Travel inland from your central Tulum or Playa del Carmen address on this small-group tour of the Mayan Ruins of Coba and Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. Go ziplining, take a jungle hike, and ride a canoe on a lagoon during an eco-tour. You’ll also discover Coba, an important Maya settlement, including climbing the Nohoch Mul pyramid and hopping on a bike to explore. Lunch is included, with no hidden costs.

Explore the rugged beauty of Sumidero Canyon National Park on this budget-friendly day trip from San Cristobal de las Casas. Marvel at Sumidero’s towering walls, which rise thousands of feet in some spots, and watch for crocodiles, monkeys, river turtles and numerous types of birds. After a boat ride through the Grijalva River and a walk through the canyon, visit the gorgeous colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo.

Explore the ancient walled city of Tulum and immerse yourself in the rich Mayan culture through its impressive remains. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Mariposa and enjoy a delicious buffet prepared especially for you. At sunset, visit the famous Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen, where you can browse boutiques and shopping malls. Don't miss this exciting adventure in the Riviera Maya!