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Ixcateopan
Visit Ixcateopan for a half‑day to see the archaeological site and museum; stay overnight in Taxco or skip lodging.
Ixcateopan is a tiny town of ~2,400 people in Guerrero, known for its pre‑Hispanic archaeological site, the controversial Cuahtemoc museum, and a Sunday market. The sights fit into a half‑day; a night is optional if you want to rest in the town’s single budget hotel or stay in nearby Taxco for more comfort.
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- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Oct–May
- avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season)
- Airport
- ACA
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Mexico ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) or your nearest Mexican consulate; keep proof of your entry (stamp or digital record) until you leave.
- Mexico ↗Security advice differs by state: some governments advise against travel to parts of several states. Check your own government's advice for each region on your route.
- Mexico ↗Do not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered water and ice from reliable places.
- Mexico ↗Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo (Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, Holbox) pay the state VISITAX online at visitax.gob.mx only; lookalike sites add fees.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ixcateopan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $).Mexico-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities.Mexico-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.Mexico-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.Mexico-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mexico-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; watch for limited night services and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10 (≈ under US$1).Mexico-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / general emergency · 078 Tourist assistance
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums and many archaeological sites close on Mondays; banks close on public holidays.Mexico-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportACA General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (Acapulco).
- Getting aroundTaxi from Taxco (≈50 km (31 mi), MX$200 (≈ US$11) one‑way) is the main link; within town walk to the site, museum and market.Taxi from Taxco (≈31 mi (50 km), MX$200 (≈ US$11) one‑way) is the main link; within town walk to the site, museum and market.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ACA General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (Acapulco)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Oct–May. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest Apr (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ixcateopan: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
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Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
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Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
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Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxi from Taxco (≈50 km, MX$200 one‑way) is the main link; within town walk to the site, museum and market.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Taxco
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Taxi 50 km (31 mi), about 1 hTaxi 31 mi (50 km), about 1 h
Better lodging and more restaurants.
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h
Bus from Taxco, then taxi
Check bus schedule; park may close weekdays.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Posada del Rey
Only hotel in town, basic rooms MX$600/night; also offers camping space.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MX$1,200–1,800 (≈ US$65–100) excl. bed
- Mid
- MX$1,800–2,500 (≈ US$100–140) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel Posada del Rey1 × 1 night × MX$600 | MX$600 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × MX$1,200 | MX$1,200 |
| Taxi Taxco → Ixcateopan (round trip)1 × MX$400 · check | MX$400 |
| Archaeological site entry1 × MX$100 · check | MX$100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$230 |
| Trip total≈ MX$2,530 per person per day, bed included | MX$2,530≈ US$140 |
basic room; no breakfast.
2026 estimate in MXN; flights, long‑distance buses excluded.
Prices of common things
| Taxi Taxco → Ixcateopan (one way) | MX$200 (≈ US$11) |
| Hotel Posada del Rey (basic room) | MX$600 (≈ US$35) |
| Meal at Mariscos "Doña Chuy" | MX$250 (≈ US$14) |
| Entry Ixcateopan Archaeological Site | MX$95 (≈ US$6) |
| Sunday Tianguis (produce) | MX$20–50 (≈ US$2–3) per item |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited services – most travelers stay in Taxco.
- Museum open hours not listed; check locally.
- Museum claims about Cuahtemoc remain disputed.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General emergency
- 911
- Tourist assistance
- 078
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Emergency
- Police / General emergency911
- Tourist assistance078
Embassy
US consulate in Mexico City; nearest Mexican consular services in Acapulco.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Taxco → Ixcateopan: about MX$200 (≈ US$11) one‑way, ~1 h (check)
- Hotel Posada del Rey night: MX$600 (≈ US$35) per room
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis‑kul‑pe)
- Gracias — Thank you (gra‑see‑as)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (kwan‑to kwes‑ta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom? (don‑de es‑ta el ba‑nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ixcateopan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–May · avoid Jun–Sep (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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