Timeline
-75 min from the moment
Grab a coffee or a light snack at Perisur. It is the largest shopping mall in the south of the city and a reliable place to start your evening with refreshments before the walk.
-50 min from the moment
Walk to the Cuicuilco Archaeological Zone. The uneven circular pyramid is the oldest structure here, dating back to 800 BC. Arrive early enough to explore the grounds and find a good vantage point facing west.
+0 min from the moment
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW in winter and due West in spring and autumn, casting golden light over the ancient ruins. This is the peak moment of the experience.
+30 min from the moment
End the night at Plaza Cuicuilco. This shopping mall is housed in a former paper factory and is just a short walk from the archaeological zone. It is a calm spot to unwind after the visit.
Local tip
The site closes at 17:00 on Mondays. On other days, it is open until 17:00, so check if you are visiting on a Monday and plan to arrive earlier or visit on a different day.
Check before you go
- Cuicuilco Archaeological Zone is closed on Mondays.
- Opening hours are 09:00 - 17:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Mexico City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).