FAQs

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What is the dress code?

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The weather in Tepoztlan should be warm at that time of the year (max ~28°C during the day and ~12°C in the evening). Dress comfortably (no need to be extra formal), and carry a light sweater or a jacket for the evenings when it can get cooler

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How to get to Tepoztlán?

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There are different options. We would recommend to use Uber instead of the taxi service. Uber is safer and cheaper. An Uber from the airport costs ~800 MXN (Uber X) or ~1600 (Uber XL). A taxi from the airport costs ~ 2300 MXN. If you want more freedom, you can also rent a car at a good price (~20 €/day). Just check in the car rental websites. It is also possible to get there by bus. There are three bus terminals: • North terminal (Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas 271, Magdalena de las Salinas): The bus costs ~140 MXN and lasts between 80-190 mins. Many departure times. • South terminal “Taxqueña” (Campestre Churubusco, Coyoacán): The bus costs ~140 MXN and lasts ~80 mins. Many departure times. • Bus terminal at Benito Juarez airport: The bus costs between ~200 MXN and lasts ~150 mins. Departure times: 07:00, 09:10, 14:10, 17:00 You can get your tickets directly at the counter or use websites such as https://www.ado.com.mx/marcas-occ or https://www.ado.com.mx/

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What is the currency in Mexico?

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The Mexican currency is the Mexican peso. One euro is worth ~19-20 pesos. Exchange offices and ATM can be found in the airport.

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Where to get simcards?

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Normally, you can get one in a 7 Eleven shop. There is one at the airport

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How to pay in Mexico?

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It is better to have some cash because there are many places that do not accept credit nor debit cards

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Do's in Mexico

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• Plan your trips. Remember that distances are quite big in Mexico. Traffic jams are normal in Mexico city • Buy some local streetfood. Usually, it is cheaper, more authentic and tastier • Go to a "tianguis" (open-air markets held some days of the week) • Normally, tips are given in restaurants (~10%) • Learn a few phrases in spanish • Go with the flow • Use sunscreen

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Don'ts in Mexico

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• If you do not like spicy food, do not have just any sauce • Do not drink on the street. It is forbidden • Do not just stick to the big cities • Do not flash your valuables • Do not drink tap water