Places Oaxaca

We will get to know an important part of Oaxaca, its culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 6 special places. We visit the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where we have 2 hours of free time. We visit the beautiful archaeological zone of Mitla where we will take a tour of 40 minutes to 1 hour with a certified guide. We eat in a buffet restaurant with traditional local food. We visit Teotitlán del Valle where we will see the house – workshop of a wool rug artisan. We visit a factory, outlet or palenque of mezcal to have a tasting of this traditional alcoholic beverage of the state. We visit the famous tule tree located in Santa María el Tule, recognized among other things for its thickness or width and years of life.

Our tour is planned by a team of gastronomy lovers. The team developed a complete platform where what we are looking for is that any lover of food and unique culinary experiences enjoy the culinary heritage of Mexico to the fullest. We planned this experience with two years of research, if you take this experience you will meet people who preserve the gastronomic culture of Oaxaca, the vendors always offer us a unique experience of living the flavors in an incomparable way, because the producers themselves will talk to us and share with us of his wisdom.

We will get to know Oaxaca, culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 5 special places in Oaxaca. The first is the wonderful archaeological area of Monte Alban where we take a 2-hour hike with a certified guide. The second place to know is the house – workshop of a wood carving artisan or Alebrijes in San Martin Tilcajete. Third place is to eat at a local traditional food buffet restaurant. The fourth place is the house – workshop of a hip or waist loom craftsman in Santo Tomas Jalieza. The fifth and final place to visit is the house – workshop of a master black mud craftsman in San Bartolo Coyotepec.

Casa Crespo is Oaxaca in its kitchen. Tradition lives there, where chef Oscar Carrizosa, (originally from the Mixteca region) mixes the ingredients of the 16 ethnicities of Oaxaca with the original seasoning that he inherited from his grandma. It´s the perfect place to get to know the flavors and aromas of Oaxacan food in the classes that Oscar gives. Oscar, who is very friendly, also shows how to smell and identify the aromas that come of the dishes. He presents menu options and the students decide what they would like to cook. There is no fixed menu. He teaches how to cook 3 types of tortillas, 3 types of salsas, an appetizer, soup, mole, dessert and drink. Dishes that strive to remain in the taste buds and memory of those who love good eating.

With Oaxaca Shuttle, your journey begins and ends in comfort and style. Book now and get ready to enjoy all that this beautiful city has to offer! You get: 1.- Your driver will be waiting with a sign with your name. 2.- New and modern vehicles with air conditioning. 3.- Traveller insurance with extensive coverage and damages to third parties. 4.- Direct service without intermediaries. 5.- Accessible prices 6.- Schedules available from 4 am to 11:30 pm

This excursion gives you the best opportunity to immerse yourself in local life, learn about its ancestral traditions, culture, art and crafts in the charming Magic Town of Mazunte.You can enjoy the results of local crops, such as Mezcal, chocolate and coffee, savoring its authentic flavors and discovering its rich history. The environment is the protagonist of this excursion. You will approach the fauna in total freedom, admiring close up herons, fishermen martins, diving ducks and even river crocodiles. Crocodile watching is a safe experience, as it is a quiet animal during the day. It is carried out in boats with oars so as not to alter the fauna. You will visit the famous beach of Zipolite and then head to Puerto Angel, to enjoy, if you wish, a delicious meal based on fresh seafood and an endless variety of dishes for all tastes.

Join to us and discover the most fantastic places in Oaxaca. Our first stop is at the majestic archaeological site of Monte Alban. Imagine walking along the same paths where at a period of history the Zapotecs walked through, exploring ancient pyramids, and observing the greatness of a civilization that flourished on these lands centuries ago. We will then go to the home of craftsmen in Arrazola, where creativity comes to life in the form of Alebrijes. Learn how these talented artisans give life to these colorful handmade wooden figures. We will stop at a Oaxacan buffet to taste authentic food. Our last stop will be at San Bartolo Coyotepec, where black pottery takes shape by the hands of master craftsmen. Discover the secrets of this ancestral tradition while you observe the creation process. Our tour ends around 5:00 p.m., when you are dropped off at your hotel's lobby or Airbnb with unforgettable memories and an in-depth understanding of the rich culture and history of Oaxaca.

Our exciting tour starts early, when our driver picks you up directly at your hotel's lobby or Airbnb. Our first stop is at San Martin Tilcajete, a town known for its alebrijes. Once you get there, you will feel as if you have crossed a portal to a magical world of alebrijes. These creatures that are carved out of wood are hand-painted and full of vibrant colors. They are the soul of Oaxacan handcrafts. After learning about the elaboration process of these fantastic figures and with the help of a master craftsman, you will be able to paint your own alebrije! You will be given a small figure, a paintbrush and paint. It is your moment to decorate your own chosen piece. Immerse yourself in the colors and let your imagination run free. The tour ends around 2:00 p.m. when we drop you off at your hotel or Airbnb. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dirty since paint can get splattered on you.

The tour is within the City of Oaxaca, highlighting emblematic, artistic and historical places, learning more about the social importance that surrounds this place developed under pre-Hispanic and contemporary cultures, covering more space in less time while we ride the bicycle, experiencing the city of Oaxaca in a fun and friendly way, with a little exercise that will be good for our health! It is an excellent way to get to know the City, combining physical exercise and fun during the morning or afternoon, without a doubt we try to increase the use of bicycles in this city to have a healthy lifestyle while having fun, socializing and getting to know places only ones where we cannot regularly see with the car. You will be guided by a local guide with realistic perspectives on art, history and the environment. Let's enjoy the tour! …I give you the bikes, helmets, guide and assistance along the way!

The tour is named The Historical Compass (Brújula histórica) after the configuration of Oaxaca's city center, full of churches located on the cardinal points, these are decisive places for the urban layout strictly connected to the city religious, political and mystical life over the centuries. We will be visiting buildings, streets and neighbourhoods where celebrations, wars, encounters and fascinating mysterious events have taken place. Walking through places embedded with legends and anecdotes belonging to tradition and popular culture of the city history. Digging into the city’s secrets we will focus also on relevant Oaxacan’s female characters and their actions as well as less known and less told stories from prehispanic and colonial periods. By the end of the tour you will have mapped the city in a historical way, eaten an ice cream and learned some new ways to taste mezcal.

Discover the culture of Oaxaca and experience why it is considered the best leading city break destination of America and the capital of the gastronomy in Mexico! This experience is perfect for adventurers that love to learn about the food and the origen of the diversity of the culture and History of Oaxaca. We visit markets and historical places of Oaxaca! A perfect time in the morning to enjoy the good weather in an empty city early morning or in a sunset time in the afternoon. We walk around 3 km. Have a bright appreciation the legacy of authentic Mexican families.

The tour you should take on your first day in Oaxaca. See more in less time, reach places you can't by car or on foot, accompanied by professional tour guides who will answer all your questions. Explore by bike, reach places you can't by car or on other tours, and interact in person with the most iconic and historic corners of Oaxaca's historic center, making strategic stops so you can taste and learn more about the most traditional places and neighborhoods in each corner, all while being explained by a professional guide about their history and cultural details throughout the tour.

Number #1 Private Tour Company in Oaxaca We are a small group of natives licensed guides curating Private Tours, offering 7 unique Experiences in Oaxaca! We drive you in comfortable Sedan Cars, SUV vehicles and Toyota Vans so you can come with your couple, friends and Family. This project involves approximately 53 Oaxacan families of experts, indigenous families, artisans, weavers, traditional cooks, potters, carvers, painters and master distillers that we visit in their homes, workshops and Mezcal distilleries. Don’t go where all the tourists go, Let’s have some fun and explore Oaxaca through authentic places and hidden gems! Check out our website and contact us for more Special Experiences!

We will get to know Oaxaca, culture, history, art and gastronomy. Designed for people who enjoy cycling and want to know special places. We carry out our experience with a professional team, we will leave from Oaxaca City by bicycle, visit several places in 2 towns of Oaxaca. The first is 10 km from the city and is the warm town of Santa Maria El Tule where we will know the gastronomy market and we can make a traditional breakfast (option with Food), then visit the majestic millennial tree. The second place 6 km from the Tule is Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, we go to the village dam and if we have time we can know the house – workshop of a leather or leather craftsman and a traditional bread workshop. Note: Departure and return is by bicycle and from the office or space destined in the city center (35 km round on average). Experience in the use of the bicycle is necessary.

We have available a modern vehicle, with air conditioning, insurance, government permits, in good condition and a driver with driving experience. They are our own vehicles without intermediaries, we guarantee a fair rate.

Discover the rich history and unique beauty of Oaxaca's most intriguing cemeteries on our exclusive tour. Wander through the historic Panteón General, where local legends come to life amidst ornate mausoleums. Explore the vibrant traditions of Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán, known for its colorful decorations and profound cultural significance. Finally, immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of Santa María Atzompa, a hidden gem offering stunning architecture and captivating stories. Book now for an unforgettable journey through Oaxaca's sacred spaces and uncover the fascinating heritage of these extraordinary resting places.

Each place offers a unique and fascinating experience, immersing you in the history, culture and tradition of Oaxaca, as well as its delicious gastronomy and exceptional craftsmanship. Enjoy Oaxaca knowing every part of its history told by natives of this wonderful land, amaze yourself with the culture, traditions and everything Oaxaca has to offer the world. Get to know the bowels of Oaxaca on a wonderful day full of ancestral experiences, which we assure you will bring you back to this land. As inhabitants of the state of Oaxaca we are sure you will enjoy this unrivalled experience with us.

Yes! We're the tours you saw on TV! We have been eating delicious food in the market for more than 7 years with travelers who always take the best gastronomic and human experience in the market. You'll eat: Tamales, chapulines, ants, stones (yes!, stones!) quesadillas with pumpkin blossom, horchata water, seasonal fruits, barbecue tacos, jams, mezcal tasting, shingle and much more! Discover the heart of Oaxaca through our gastronomic tour at the Central de Abastos. We have guided more than 700 groups, all with 5-star ratings on another platform and have appeared on television for our conscious and authentic approach. Travel is also eating with sense. Join the tour that transforms the way you see Oaxacan food! You can always see more amazing photos and videos from our tour in Lembranza Mexico on Instagram. Give us a chance to show you because we have been the best for many years but we are new here at Viator.

Enjoy a hassle-free departure with this convenient shared transfer from your Oaxaca city hotel to Xoxocotlán International Airport. With a pre-paid voucher, there's no need to worry about having enough cash to cover the taxi fare. Travel in comfort as you are picked up from your hotel and taken to the airport, arriving relaxed and ready for your travels!

Discover the best of Oaxaca in one day! If you have little time in Oaxaca but do not want to miss its two most important archaeological zones, this experience is for you. We are the only ones that take you in a single day to Monte Albán and Mitla, two places full of history and culture. But that's not all. We will also visit: The Tule Tree, the widest tree in the world, an impressive natural treasure. Teotitlán del Valle, where you will know the art of Zapotec fabric and the famous wool mats dyed with natural dyes. Oaxacan cuisine, with unique flavors such as mole, chocolate and mezcal. Travel comfortably, enjoy expert guides and immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Oaxaca. Discover Oaxaca like never before!