Things to do in Oaxaca
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History & culture
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Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Teotilán and Mezcal factory
Classes & workshops
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Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class (includes transport)
Private & custom tours
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Private Day Tour including Artisan Villages of Alebrijes and Black Pottery
Shopping & fashion
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Oaxaca Conmigo Tours
Adventure & outdoor
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From Huatulco: Magical Copalitilla Waterfalls with Entry
What to do in Oaxaca
Popular places to visit
Zocalo Square
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a trip to Zocalo Square. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman
Find out about the history of Oaxaca with a stop at Church of Santo Domingo de Guzman. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Zócalo
Find out about the history of Oaxaca when you spend time at Zócalo. 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.
Monte Alban
Learn about the local history of Oaxaca with a stop at Monte Alban. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Andador de Macedonia Alcala
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Andador de Macedonia Alcala during your visit to Oaxaca. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Oaxaca Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a stop at Oaxaca Cathedral. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Santo Domingo Square
During your trip to Oaxaca, you can do some window-shopping 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.
Areas of Oaxaca
Oaxaca Centro
Churches, museums and art galleries are some highlights of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Macedonio Alcalá Theater or Oaxaca Textile Museum while you're exploring.
Ruta Independencia
While visiting Ruta Independencia, you might make a stop by sights like Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Jardín Etnobotánico.
Jalatlaco
While Jalatlaco isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Reforma
While visiting Reforma, you might make a stop by sights like Fountain of the Seven Regions and Plaza Mazari.
Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán
Archaeological sites and cafes are just a few things travellers like about Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán. A stop by Monte Alban is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Santa Lucía del Camino
While Santa Lucía del Camino isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.