Things to do in Oaxaca
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Tours & day trips
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Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Teotilán and Mezcal factory
Food, drink & nightlife
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1 Hour Oaxacan Chocolate Making Class with Mole-making and Drinks
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Private Day Tour including Artisan Villages of Alebrijes and Black Pottery
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From Huatulco: Jungle and River ATV Tour
What to do in Oaxaca
Popular places to visit
Zócalo Square
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a trip to Zócalo Square. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Find out about the history of Oaxaca when you take a trip to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Monte Albán
Learn about the local history of Oaxaca with a stop at Monte Albán. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden, a lovely green space in Oaxaca. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Andador de Macedonia Alcala
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Andador de Macedonia Alcala during your stay in Oaxaca. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Basilica of Our Lady of Solitude
Learn about the local history of Oaxaca when you spend time at Basilica of Our Lady of Solitude. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Santo Domingo Square
During your trip to Oaxaca, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santo Domingo Square. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Auditorio Guelaguetza
Catch an event at Auditorio Guelaguetza during your trip to Oaxaca. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Oaxaca Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a visit to Oaxaca Cathedral. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Areas of Oaxaca
Oaxaca Centro
Churches, museums, and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Macedonio Alcalá Theater or Oaxaca Textile Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Ruta Independencia
If you're spending some time in Ruta Independencia, Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Jardín Etnobotánico are top sights worth seeing.
Jalatlaco
While Jalatlaco isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Santa Lucía del Camino
When in Santa Lucía del Camino, you can plan a visit to El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Reforma
If you're spending some time in Reforma, Plaza Mazari and Plaza Parque are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán
Visitors to Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán like its archaeological sites and cafes, and Monte Albán is a sight worth a stop.
