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The Pueblo Magico town of Tepoztlan (Mexico)

Tepoztlan Mexico
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Tepoztlan is one of Mexico’s Pueblos Magicos. But that distinction doesn’t mean (as I’ve found out) that all Pueblos Magicos are magical. Tepoztlan IS, in our opinion. But that depends on what you are looking for.
 

Tepoztlan is a small town surrounded by nature. Coming down into the valley from Mexico City (which is just over an hour away) you can’t help but be taken aback by the green nature surrounding you. Limestone hills, most sheer outcrops, dominate the landscapes.

The streets are made of black volcanic rock and are violently cobblestoned. Most locals seem to have pickup trucks. There are lots of charming back streets but most visitors will stick to the main street which is full of charming little stores and restaurants (Tepoztlan gets a lot of tourists on weekends. Best to come during the week).

 

church in Tepoztland Mexico
Small church on the main street

 


 

 

There are not that many highlights. The town has a market right in the center which is your typical, authentic Mexican market where you can buy meat, vegetables or have a snack at a stall. There, next to the market, is a 500 hundred year old church that looks older than that. When we went to visit we learned it was closed (I later learned it hasn’t been open in 3 years).

Note: there’s a market every day. But Wednesdays and Saturdays are officially “Market Day” and there’s a lot more going on.

market in Tepoztlan
market in Tepoztlan

 

market in Tepoztlan

 


 

 

In fact the main activity among visitors to Tepoztlan seems to be climbing up to the Aztec pyramid overlooking the town. 

But really, what makes the town special is the surrounding nature and the locals. Tepoztlan has attracted quite a lot of really alternative people from around the world, people who’ve come here to for the nature and the peaceful lifestyle.

An example was our Airbnb host Daniel (click that link to see where we stayed). Originally from Argentina he’s been everywhere before deciding to settle down in Tepoztlan. He’s got a large and beautiful eco-friendly property bursting with plant life. Our “house” is full of art and books with incredible views of the hills. We stayed 3 days and fell in love with the place and with Daniel’s dog Piccola. Every morning she would come, tail wagging and greet us. We felt like we had our own home with our own dog. It was wonderful (I have a video at the bottom of this post).

On one day Daniel took us to an organic market outside of town. The vendors were an eclectic bunch, a mix of Mexicans and foreigners. All were “hippies” (Daniel’s own words) who grow their own produce and cook different things. Every Friday they get together in a lot outside a Eco hostel and eat, drink and sing hippy songs. We met a lot of interesting people who had all somehow ended up in Tepoztlan. More on the organic market here.

 


 

 

organic market in Tepoztlan
“la Griega” – the Greek lady who makes great empanadas

 

homemade beer at the organic market in Tepoztlan
This man makes homemade beer

 

organic market Tepoztlan
Mom admiring the beans

 


 

 

Then there was Daniel’s son Wayan. He had studied in New York and worked in a consulting job in London. In his late 20’s (?) he had come to visit his dad at the beginning of Covid and had decided to stay. He continues his London work online while building a new house of his own on the property. He’s decided to make his life in Tepoztlan. He’s the one that took me on that hike up to the Aztec pyramid.

In short, Tepoztlan is a place of interesting, eclectic people who went out of their way to make us feel included. That, along with the incredible natural beauty and peacefulness, made us fall in love with the town.

images of Tepoztlan

Iglesia de la Santísima Trinidad in Tepoztlan
The Iglesia de la Santísima Trinidad is over 500 years old

 


 

 

images of Tepoztlan

Sunrise in Tepoztlan
Sunrise in Tepoztlan

 

 

Practical Information

Getting there: Tepoztlan is 1 hr, 15 min from “Taxquena”, Mexico’s Terminal del Sur. The bus drops you off at a small terminal just outside of town. It’s a beautiful 10 minute taxi ride from there to the center.

Accommodation: We loved Daniel’s Airbnb. Here’s a short video featuring the house and Piccola 

 

 

Hotel: if you’re looking for something a bit more fancy, Posada del Tepozteco gets great reviews.
 

 

 

 

Tepoztlan might not be everyone’s ideal getaway but it was for us. We loved Tepoztlan and my mom even entertained ideas of maybe moving here (before finally concluding that it might be too small and that she would need a car, something she doesn’t want).

 

Related: The Best Pueblos Magicos in Mexico?

Related: Puking my guts out hiking in Tepoztlan

Related: A roadtrip through Mexico’s most beautiful towns and cities

 

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  1. Andrew Boland

    November 28, 2021 at 3:57 am

    it looks like a lovely little place to get away too! thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Wayan

    November 16, 2021 at 7:27 pm

    It was wonderful to host you and your mom, Frank! And it is late 20’s indeed (29 to be precise)!

    Reply
    • Frank (bbqboy)

      November 16, 2021 at 9:21 pm

      Loved the place Wayan and both you and your dad were excellent hosts. Maybe we’ll be back someday and I can do some more hiking (without puking my guts out).

      Reply

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