El Tepeyac National Park: planning guide
A wooded hill in northern Mexico City tied to the Basilica of Guadalupe. Urban pilgrimage paths and city views.
El Tepeyac National Park is in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The nearest town is Gustavo Adolfo Madero — roughly 1.1 km (0.7 mi) out, about 2 min of driving.
When to go
Best window: December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Shoulder season: May and November.
June to November is the wet and hurricane season — heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storm closures.
Heat and humidity are constant. Plan activity for early morning and carry more water than feels necessary.
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Adolfo Madero | 1.1 km (0.7 mi) | 2 min |
| Cuauhtémoc | 7.7 km (4.8 mi) | 13 min |
| Azcapotzalco | 8.5 km (5.3 mi) | 14 min |
| Mexico City | 8.6 km (5.3 mi) | 14 min |
| Iztacalco | 12 km (7.5 mi) | 20 min |
| Miguel Hidalgo | 12.5 km (7.7 mi) | 21 min |
| Benito Juarez | 12.8 km (8 mi) | 21 min |
| Iztapalapa | 17.1 km (10.6 mi) | 28 min |
Where El Tepeyac National Park sits
Official El Tepeyac National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Parks you could combine with it
- Los Remedios National Park
Wooded hills and a colonial aqueduct above Naucalpan, Estado de México. Short walks near the northwest edge of Mexico City.
- Cerro de la Estrella National Park
A volcanic hill and archaeological zone in eastern Mexico City. Urban parkland with pre-Hispanic ruins and city views.
- El Histórico Coyoacán National Park
Historic woodland and gardens in the Coyoacán borough of Mexico City. Urban green space tied to the neighborhood’s colonial past.
- Lomas de Padierna National Park
Oak woodland on the southern edge of Mexico City. Urban-adjacent trails above the Tlalpan and Pedregal neighborhoods.
Common questions
Where is El Tepeyac National Park?
El Tepeyac National Park sits in Ciudad de México, Mexico, and the closest town of any size is Gustavo Adolfo Madero — about 2 min away.
When is the best time to visit El Tepeyac National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.