Teotihuacan is a short drive from Mexico City proper and, in my opinion, is totally worth the ride. I visited before a Wal-Mart was built within view of the pyramids, but a visit now is still a good way to see ruins without going as far as Chichen-Itza. Climbing the pyramids is a challenge, but the view from the top is beautiful, and you can tell how much work went into constructing the site. A short tour provided good information about how the site used to look (where houses and markets were, etc.), and we took time to explore on our own. There is a small touristy market by the exit and various vendors walking around who may bother you, but simply ignore them or tell them you aren't interested in the
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