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Tequixquiac
Spend a half‑day in Tequixquiac for the Lord of the Chapel sanctuary and Los Mogotes; add a night if you want local festivals.
Tequixquiac is a small town north of Mexico State, 86 km from Mexico City. Its main draw is the Lord of the Chapel sanctuary (fair Jan–Feb) and the Los Mogotes archaeological zone. The town is walkable and can be visited as a day‑trip from Mexico City or as a brief stop on a road‑trip through the Mezquital Valley.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Oct–Apr
- avoid May–Sep (rainy, hot)
- Airport
- MEX
- Nights
- 1
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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tequixquiac911 ▾
- Police / General emergencies911
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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 Tequixquiac, 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; watch for petty theft in crowded markets and keep valuables out of sight.
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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 emergencies
- 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.
- AirportMEX Mexico City International Airport (about 86 km (53 mi), 1.5 h by bus or car).MEX Mexico City International Airport (about 53 mi (86 km), 1.5 h by bus or car).
- Getting aroundThe town centre is walkable; taxis and ciclotaxis are common.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a local café$30–$50 MXN (≈ US$2–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi within town (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi within town (3.1 mi (5 km))$120–$180 MXN (≈ US$7–10)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personMX$250 (≈ US$14)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MX$300 (≈ US$17) · Mid MX$500 (≈ US$30) · High MX$800 (≈ US$45)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
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
- MEX Mexico City International Airport (about 86 km (53 mi), 1.5 h by bus or car)MEX Mexico City International Airport (about 53 mi (86 km), 1.5 h by bus or car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Apr
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
May
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Dec
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: May–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tequixquiac: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
2 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2 rd
Mar
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3 rd
Apr
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
12 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Nov
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
4 rd
Dec
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
3 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
The town centre is walkable; taxis and ciclotaxis are common. For regional trips use the Zumpango‑Apaxco highway or toll road Arco Norte.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Mexico City
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Bus or car, about 86 km (53 mi), 1.5 hBus or car, about 53 mi (86 km), 1.5 h
Visit Teotihuacan from Mexico City if time permits.
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.
Local guesthouses
basic rooms in Santiago Tequixquiac; suitable for one night.
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
- $300–$500 MXN (≈ US$17–30) excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × MX$250 | MX$250 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × MX$300 | MX$300 |
| Round‑trip bus from Mexico City1 × MX$350 · check | MX$350 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$90 |
| Trip total≈ MX$990 per person per day, bed included | MX$990≈ US$55 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a local café | $30–$50 MXN (≈ US$2–3) |
| Roast rabbit (typical dish) | $80–$120 MXN (≈ US$5–7) |
| Taxi within town (5 km) | $120–$180 MXN (≈ US$7–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Toll roads require a passport for foreign travelers.
- Festival crowds can swell in January–February; plan accommodation early.
Emergency numbers
- Police / General emergencies
- 911
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My bed tonight
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / General emergencies911
Embassy
US consulate in Mexico City; check local listings for other nations.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mexico City → Tequixquiac bus: about $350 MXN (≈ US$19), 1.5 h (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis‑kool‑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‑ɲo)
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 Tequixquiac. 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–Apr · avoid May–Sep (rainy, hot) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 1 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 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
Sources
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