Things to do in Oaxaca

Activities, attractions and tours

Carrizalillo Beach featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views
Mexico featuring building ruins, tranquil scenes and desert views
Oaxaca which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a beach
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Puerto Escondido featuring tropical scenes and a sandy beach


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Cruises & boat tours

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Shopping & fashion

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What to do in Oaxaca


Popular places to visit

Areas of Oaxaca

Oaxaca which includes a city

Oaxaca Centro

Churches, museums, and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Oaxaca Textile Museum or Oaxaca Cathedral while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Sector L

While there might not be top attractions in Sector L, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz.

Sector L
Bahia Chahue showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

Crucecita

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Crucecita. You might want to make time for a stop at El Zócalo or Bocana del Rio Copalita Archaeological Zone.

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Ruta Independencia

If you're spending some time in Ruta Independencia, Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Jardín Etnobotánico are top sights worth seeing.

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Santa Cruz

While visiting Santa Cruz, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Bay.

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Chahue Beach showing a garden

Chahue

While visiting Chahue, you might make a stop by sights like Chahue Beach and Santa Cruz Bay.

Chahue