{"id":261622,"date":"2026-06-18T10:52:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T08:52:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=261622"},"modified":"2026-06-19T08:51:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T06:51:43","slug":"oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Oaxaca, Mexico: 15 Tips \u2014 Food, Mezcal &#038; the Colonial South"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A city where the air smells of roasting corn tortillas on every corner, where the strum of guitars drifts out of colourful little houses, and where every evening locals and travellers alike gather over a small glass of smoky agave spirit. This stunning colonial city in southern Mexico is the cultural and culinary heart of the entire country \u2014 and once you set foot here, chances are you won&#8217;t want to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oaxaca, Mexico (pronounced &#8220;wah-HAH-kah&#8221;) is a place where sixteen living indigenous cultures blend together, where you&#8217;ll find the most beautiful handicrafts, and where the very best Mexican cuisine was born.<\/strong> If you&#8217;re after an authentic Mexico with rich traditions, colourful festivals and a fascinating history, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. In this guide you&#8217;ll find all the key tips on what to see and do in Oaxaca, where to head for day trips, where to stay, and what you absolutely have to taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo.jpg\" alt=\"Santo Domingo church in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229363\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Amar Preciado \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#When_to_Visit_Oaxaca\" >When to Visit Oaxaca<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Oaxaca\" >Where to Stay in Oaxaca<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#What_to_See_and_Do_14_Tips\" >What to See and Do: 14 Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#1_The_Zocalo_Square\" >1. The Z\u00f3calo Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#2_Templo_de_Santo_Domingo_de_Guzman\" >2. Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzm\u00e1n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#3_The_Botanical_Garden_Jardin_Etnobotanico\" >3. The Botanical Garden (Jard\u00edn Etnobot\u00e1nico)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#4_Mercado_20_de_Noviembre_and_Benito_Juarez_Markets\" >4. Mercado 20 de Noviembre and Benito Ju\u00e1rez Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#5_The_Calle_Macedonio_Alcala_Pedestrian_Zone\" >5. The Calle Macedonio Alcal\u00e1 Pedestrian Zone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#6_The_Monte_Alban_Ruins\" >6. The Monte Alb\u00e1n Ruins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#7_The_Petrified_Waterfalls_of_Hierve_el_Agua\" >7. The Petrified Waterfalls of Hierve el Agua<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#8_Mezcal_Tasting_in_Central_Oaxaca_Mezcalerias\" >8. Mezcal Tasting in Central Oaxaca (Mezcaler\u00edas)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#9_A_Trip_to_the_Distilleries_in_Santiago_Matatlan\" >9. A Trip to the Distilleries in Santiago Matatl\u00e1n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#10_The_Worlds_Widest_Tree_Arbol_del_Tule\" >10. The World&#8217;s Widest Tree, \u00c1rbol del Tule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#11_The_Weaving_Village_of_Teotitlan_del_Valle\" >11. The Weaving Village of Teotitl\u00e1n del Valle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#12_Black_Pottery_in_San_Bartolo_Coyotepec\" >12. Black Pottery in San Bartolo Coyotepec<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#13_Wooden_Alebrijes_Figures_in_San_Martin_Tilcajete\" >13. Wooden Alebrijes Figures in San Mart\u00edn Tilcajete<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#14_The_Dia_de_Muertos_Celebrations_If_Youre_Lucky\" >14. The D\u00eda de Muertos Celebrations (If You&#8217;re Lucky)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#What_to_Eat_Mexicos_Culinary_Paradise\" >What to Eat: Mexico&#8217;s Culinary Paradise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Practical_Travel_Tips\" >Practical Travel Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Where_to_Go_Next_from_Oaxaca\" >Where to Go Next from Oaxaca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#How_many_days_do_I_need_for_Oaxaca\" >How many days do I need for Oaxaca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Is_Oaxaca_safe_for_tourists\" >Is Oaxaca safe for tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Do_I_need_a_car_to_visit_Oaxaca\" >Do I need a car to visit Oaxaca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Can_you_drink_tap_water_in_Oaxaca\" >Can you drink tap water in Oaxaca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#Is_it_expensive_to_eat_in_Oaxaca\" >Is it expensive to eat in Oaxaca?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#When_is_the_Dia_de_Muertos_festival_celebrated\" >When is the D\u00eda de Muertos festival celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/oaxaca-mexico-travel-guide\/#How_do_I_get_from_Oaxaca_to_the_ocean\" >How do I get from Oaxaca to the ocean?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best time to visit:<\/strong> From October to April, during the dry season. The absolute peak is the turn of October and November for the D\u00eda de Muertos festival \u2014 but you&#8217;ll need to sort out accommodation a year in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Getting there:<\/strong> You can reach Oaxaca by luxury ADO buses from Mexico City (roughly 6\u20137 hours) or by plane. A new highway has also cut the journey to the coast at Puerto Escondido down to just 2.5 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t miss:<\/strong> The Zapotec ruins of Monte Alb\u00e1n, the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, and the weaving villages in the surrounding area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food:<\/strong> Oaxaca is a culinary paradise. Try the famous tlayuda, the seven kinds of mole sauce, and of course the local mezcal. Since 2024 you&#8217;ll even find Michelin-starred restaurants here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget:<\/strong> Prices are a touch lower than on the Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula, but as the city&#8217;s popularity grows, so do the costs. As a rough guide, the exchange rate is around 0.05 \u20ac per 1 Mexican peso (MXN).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_Oaxaca\"><\/span>When to Visit Oaxaca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Oaxaca is unquestionably during the dry season, which runs from late October until roughly April. Daytime temperatures sit at a very pleasant 25 to 28 degrees, while evenings and mornings tend to be cooler \u2014 so a light jumper definitely won&#8217;t go to waste in your backpack. Oaxaca lies at an altitude of over 1,500 metres, so although the sun is lovely and warm during the day, the air is crisp and you won&#8217;t face the oppressive tropical humidity you get on the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re tempted to experience Mexico in its most colourful and spiritual form, try to plan your trip around the famous D\u00eda de Muertos (Day of the Dead). According to one <a href=\"https:\/\/thehaphazardtraveler.com\/day-of-the-dead-in-oaxaca\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">seasoned traveller<\/a>, it pays to arrive a few days early \u2014 ideally around 27 October. The official dates are 31 October to 2 November, but the preparations, altar decorating and street processions (comparsas) start well in advance. The Xoxocotl\u00e1n cemetery is utterly unforgettable, full of candles and orange cempas\u00fachil flowers, but be ready for enormous traffic jams. Accommodation and tours for this festival are best booked as early as January, as prices climb to three times the usual and everything sells out hopelessly. Another huge celebration is July&#8217;s Guelaguetza, a festival of indigenous cultures bursting with dance and traditional dress, when the city is also packed to the rafters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you want to avoid the biggest crowds and inflated prices, head over in February or March. The weather is gorgeous and the city ticks along at its own calm, easygoing pace. If you&#8217;d like to learn more about how the weather works across the whole country, take a look at our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=227772\" rel=\"noopener\">when to go<\/a> to Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Oaxaca\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Oaxaca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca is a fairly compact city, and you&#8217;ll spend the vast majority of your time in the historic centre, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ideal move is to find a place to stay right here, so everything is just a short walk away \u2014 you can wander the colourful streets and safely make your way back from dinner or from a <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=229649\" rel=\"noopener\">mezcaler\u00eda<\/a> in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic centre (Centro Hist\u00f3rico) is divided into several smaller neighbourhoods. The area around the Santo Domingo church and Calle Macedonio Alcal\u00e1 is the most beautiful \u2014 but also the most expensive \u2014 part of town. You&#8217;ll find gorgeous boutique hotels in colonial buildings, stylish caf\u00e9s and the very best restaurants here. If you&#8217;re after a happy middle ground, look for accommodation around the Barrio de Jalatlaco. It&#8217;s a charming, quieter neighbourhood full of street art, cobbled lanes and small family-run caf\u00e9s, with a totally unique atmosphere \u2014 and it&#8217;s only a few minutes&#8217; walk to the centre. Another great and more affordable option is Barrio de Xochimilco, the city&#8217;s oldest quarter with ancient aqueducts and local markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Price-wise, Oaxaca ranges from very cheap backpacker hostels (around 12 to 20 \u20ac a night) through lovely mid-range hotels (60 to 120 \u20ac for a double room) all the way up to luxurious historic villas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Because Oaxaca sits at a higher altitude and night-time temperatures in the winter months can drop to around 8 degrees, take care when choosing your accommodation to make sure the room has heating \u2014 or at least ask for extra blankets. Most traditional houses have thick stone walls and tiled floors, which is a blessing in summer but chilly in winter \u263a\ufe0f.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca is easily explored on foot, so <strong>it pays to stay as close to the Z\u00f3calo square as possible<\/strong> \u2014 that way you can head to the market in the morning and up to a rooftop terrace for mezcal in the evening without a single taxi. The centre is full of colonial houses converted into beautiful boutique hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc91 <strong>For couples:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=oaxaca-mexiko&amp;hotelname=Casa%20Antonieta&amp;address=Oaxaca%2C%20Mexiko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Casa Antonieta<\/a><\/strong> is a nine-room boutique hotel in a building dating back to 1529, just steps from the Z\u00f3calo, with a rooftop terrace and wine at dusk \u2014 romance itself (around 270 \u20ac a night).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 <strong>For peace and families:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=oaxaca-mexiko&amp;hotelname=Hotel%20Casa%20Conzatti&amp;address=Oaxaca%2C%20Mexiko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Casa Conzatti<\/a><\/strong> has a green patio garden, its own restaurant and a quiet feel, yet it&#8217;s within walking distance of all the sights (from around 90 \u20ac a night).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Best value for money:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=oaxaca-mexiko&amp;hotelname=Hotel%20Tr%C3%A9bol&amp;address=Oaxaca%2C%20Mexiko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Hotel Tr\u00e9bol<\/a><\/strong> is a cosy three-star hotel two minutes from the Z\u00f3calo, with a colonial patio and breakfast included that guests rave about (from around 60 \u20ac a night).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 <strong>For the experience:<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=oaxaca-mexiko&amp;hotelname=Quinta%20Real%20Oaxaca&amp;address=Oaxaca%2C%20Mexiko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Quinta Real Oaxaca<\/a><\/strong> is housed in the former Convent of St Catherine from 1576 in the heart of the centre \u2014 a city icon with flowering cloisters and a swimming pool (from around 240 \u20ac a night).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Booking tip:<\/strong> at all of these hotels, choose the rate with <strong>free cancellation<\/strong> \u2014 plans change and you don&#8217;t want to pay for somewhere you never end up reaching. And don&#8217;t leave it to the last minute: the top-rated addresses sell out in high season several months ahead, and prices then jump by tens of percent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_See_and_Do_14_Tips\"><\/span>What to See and Do: 14 Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a look together at the best things to see in Oaxaca and its immediate surroundings. This city is like a living museum brimming with colours, aromas and ancient history. From fascinating archaeological sites and smoky markets to craft villages where time stopped centuries ago. Set aside ideally four to five days for Oaxaca so you can soak up the real atmosphere without having to rush anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Zocalo_Square\"><\/span>1. The Z\u00f3calo Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo.jpg\" alt=\"The Z\u00f3calo square in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-79172\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/zocalo-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Emilio Gonz\u00e1lez \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Every proper Mexican town has its main square, known as the Z\u00f3calo, and the one in Oaxaca is among the liveliest in the entire country. It&#8217;s surrounded by shady trees, beneath which locals constantly sit, swap the latest news and listen to street musicians. On one side of the square stands the majestic Catedral de Nuestra Se\u00f1ora de la Asunci\u00f3n, and on the other you&#8217;ll find the government palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole square is lined with arcades housing dozens of caf\u00e9s and restaurants. Even though prices are a little higher and aimed more at tourists, sitting down here with a cup of local hot chocolate, watching the sellers of colourful balloons and listening to marimba music is an experience that&#8217;s simply part of any visit to the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Templo_de_Santo_Domingo_de_Guzman\"><\/span>2. Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzm\u00e1n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo.jpg\" alt=\"Santo Domingo church in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229363\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santodomingo-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Amar Preciado \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If the Z\u00f3calo is the social heart of the city, then the Santo Domingo church is its soul. This Dominican temple is an absolute architectural gem. From the outside it impresses with its massive stone fa\u00e7ade, but the real surprise awaits inside. The interior is incredibly richly decorated with gold, stucco and intricate ornamentation. An astonishing amount of gold leaf is said to have gone into its decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In front of the church lies a wide plaza dotted with agave, where weddings, traditional dances or simply resting students from the nearby university are a common sight. Right next door is the Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca cultural centre, which is well worth a visit if you&#8217;re interested in the history of the Zapotec and Mixtec cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Botanical_Garden_Jardin_Etnobotanico\"><\/span>3. The Botanical Garden (Jard\u00edn Etnobot\u00e1nico)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2.jpg\" alt=\"The ethnobotanical garden in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229365\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/botanicka-2-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Miguel Gonz\u00e1lez \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Right within the grounds of the former monastery beside the Santo Domingo church, you&#8217;ll find one of the most interesting botanical gardens in the world. The garden was founded in the 1990s with the support of local artists (including the famous painter Francisco Toledo), and it features exclusively plants native to the state of Oaxaca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll stroll among giant cacti that look like sculptures, rare species of agave and beautifully flowering trees. There&#8217;s just one catch: you can&#8217;t simply wander in on your own \u2014 you have to go with a guide. English-language tours usually run only a few times a week, and tickets (around 100 MXN \/ 5 \u20ac) are bought on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a>, so I&#8217;d recommend arriving early and queuing, as capacity is very limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Mercado_20_de_Noviembre_and_Benito_Juarez_Markets\"><\/span>4. Mercado 20 de Noviembre and Benito Ju\u00e1rez Markets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado.jpg\" alt=\"A food market in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229366\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mercado-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Miguel Gonz\u00e1lez \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Markets are the beating heart of Mexican culture. Oaxaca has two main ones, sitting right next to each other, and each is a little different. Mercado Benito Ju\u00e1rez is great for buying fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses, spices and traditional clothing. It&#8217;s here that you&#8217;ll see sacks full of dried grasshoppers (chapulines), which locals crunch on the way we&#8217;d munch peanuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mercado 20 de Noviembre, by contrast, is a giant food hall. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/ribbitandco.com\/oaxaca-smoke-hall-meat-alley\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">some travellers<\/a>, the biggest experience is the so-called Pasillo de Humo (Smoke Hall). It&#8217;s chaotic, noisy and literally filled with smoke from dozens of grills. Locals pick out raw meat that the vendors grill for them right there over hot coals. The advice is to come on a Sunday around four in the afternoon, when the biggest crowds have thinned out. We vegetarians won&#8217;t be sampling the meat, of course, but the atmosphere is fantastic and you can always arrange grilled spring onions, peppers and fresh avocado with a hot corn tortilla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_Calle_Macedonio_Alcala_Pedestrian_Zone\"><\/span>5. The Calle Macedonio Alcal\u00e1 Pedestrian Zone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala.jpg\" alt=\"The Alcal\u00e1 pedestrian zone in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229367\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alcala-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Amar Preciado \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This cobbled street is the main artery of the historic centre, connecting the Santo Domingo church with the Z\u00f3calo. It&#8217;s a pedestrian zone, so you can take your time enjoying a stroll between gorgeous, colourful colonial houses draped with climbing flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The street is full of craft boutiques, galleries, textile shops and, of course, caf\u00e9s. In the evening it comes incredibly alive \u2014 street vendors appear, artisans lay out their jewellery on blankets on the ground, and you&#8217;ll often come across a procession with music and giant paper puppets (mojigangas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_The_Monte_Alban_Ruins\"><\/span>6. The Monte Alb\u00e1n Ruins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban.jpg\" alt=\"The Monte Alb\u00e1n ruins\" class=\"wp-image-229368\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/montealban-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Magaly Taboada \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an absolute must. The Zapotec ruins of Monte Alb\u00e1n sit on an artificially levelled mountaintop just outside the city, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/AttractionProductReview-g150801-d28241077-Full_day_private_tour_to_Monte_Alban_and_Hierve_el_Agua-Oaxaca_Southern_Mexico.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">visitors describe them<\/a> as a fascinating place with a huge area to explore. It was once one of the most important cities in Mesoamerica, and the views over the valley from here are simply breathtaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission costs roughly 95 MXN (around 5 \u20ac), and you can get here from the city either by tourist bus (which departs near the Z\u00f3calo) or by grabbing a taxi or colectivo. An important warning from travellers: there&#8217;s practically no shade up top. Genuinely take plenty of water, a hat, and slather on sunscreen \u2014 the sun here can be merciless. I&#8217;d recommend heading out right at opening time at 8:00 a.m. For more up-to-date information, check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inah.gob.mx\/zonas\/103-zona-arqueologica-de-monte-alban\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">official INAH institute website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_Petrified_Waterfalls_of_Hierve_el_Agua\"><\/span>7. The Petrified Waterfalls of Hierve el Agua<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve.jpg\" alt=\"The petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua\" class=\"wp-image-229369\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hierve-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Jorge Acre \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>About an hour and a half&#8217;s drive from Oaxaca lies one of Mexico&#8217;s most beautiful natural wonders. From a distance, Hierve el Agua looks like an enormous waterfall cascading off a cliff, but in reality these are mineral springs that, over thousands of years, have formed gorgeous stalactite-like cascades. At the very top there are natural mineral pools of turquoise water where you can bathe right on the edge of the cliff, with mountain views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission is around 50 to 100 MXN (roughly 2.50 to 5 \u20ac). A moderately challenging climb of more than a hundred steps leads down to the pools and beneath the waterfall, so it&#8217;s definitely worth bringing sturdy shoes \u2014 sandals really won&#8217;t cut it. You can come here on an organised tour, or hire a car and set off on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Mezcal_Tasting_in_Central_Oaxaca_Mezcalerias\"><\/span>8. Mezcal Tasting in Central Oaxaca (Mezcaler\u00edas)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal.jpg\" alt=\"A mezcal tasting\" class=\"wp-image-229370\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mezcal-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Viridiana Rivera \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca produces an incredible 90% of all Mexican mezcal. While tequila may only be made from blue agave in the state of Jalisco, mezcal is distilled from more than 30 species of agave and has its characteristic, slightly smoky taste because the hearts of the agave (pi\u00f1as) are roasted in earthen pits over hot coals before fermentation. As the locals say: &#8220;Para todo mal, mezcal, y para todo bien, tambi\u00e9n&#8221; (For everything bad, mezcal \u2014 and for everything good, too).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the city centre you&#8217;ll find dozens of so-called mezcaler\u00edas. These are cosy, often dimly lit bars with an enormous selection of bottles from small local producers. The staff will happily explain the differences between varieties (Espad\u00edn is the most common, while Tobal\u00e1 or Tepeztate are rarer and pricier). Mezcal isn&#8217;t downed in one \u2014 it&#8217;s sipped slowly (locals say &#8220;besos, no tragos&#8221;, kisses not gulps) and enjoyed alongside slices of orange dusted with sal de gusano (salt with ground worms and chilli).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"mexiko\" lang=\"en\" rendered=\"2026-06-19T06:32:12+00:00\" v=\"1\" -->\n<style id=\"lk-gyg-styles\">\n@import url(\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:wght@700&family=DM+Sans:wght@300;400;500;600&display=swap\");\n\/* === LK GYG karty \u2014 CRO redesign 2026-05 (namespace .lkx-) ===\n   C\u00edl: vy\u0161\u0161\u00ed CTR (hero + v\u00fdrazn\u00fd social proof + ak\u010dn\u00ed CTA, m\u00e9n\u011b \"reklamn\u00ed\").\n   Injektuje se inline do prvn\u00edho markeru postu (refresh_cards.py --inline-css). *\/\n.lkx-module, .lkx-module *{box-sizing:border-box;margin:0;padding:0}\n.lkx-module{\n  font-family:'DM Sans',-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Georgia,sans-serif;\n  max-width:860px;margin:2.5rem auto;color:#1f2328;\n}\n\n\/* HEADER \u2014 lehk\u00fd editorsk\u00fd, \u017e\u00e1dn\u00fd bannerov\u00fd blok; 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A city icon with blooming courtyards and a pool.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from ~\u20ac243 per night<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=oaxacamexiko&#038;address=oaxaca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83d\udd0d Search<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">View all accommodations in Oaxaca<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Explore all available accommodation options in Oaxaca and find the best one according to your preferences and budget.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">Compare prices<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_A_Trip_to_the_Distilleries_in_Santiago_Matatlan\"><\/span>9. A Trip to the Distilleries in Santiago Matatl\u00e1n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan.jpg\" alt=\"A mezcal distillery\" class=\"wp-image-229371\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/matatlan-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ricardo Olvera \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If mezcal genuinely interests you, head straight to the source. The village of Santiago Matatl\u00e1n lies just under an hour from the city and proudly calls itself the mezcal capital of the world. Along the way you&#8217;ll see endless fields of blue-green agave, and in the village itself and its surroundings you&#8217;ll find dozens of traditional distilleries known as palenques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/AttractionProductReview-g150801-d27100187-Artisanal_Mezcal_Culture_Tour_for_Tasting_and_History-Oaxaca_Southern_Mexico.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Travellers&#8217; experiences<\/a> confirm that an organised guided tour (prices range from about 50 to 80 \u20ac) is the best option. They&#8217;ll take you to small family-run producers and show you the whole process, from chopping the agave and roasting it in the ground to distillation in copper or clay vessels. The tastings often take place on terraces overlooking the fields, served alongside traditional Oaxacan food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_The_Worlds_Widest_Tree_Arbol_del_Tule\"><\/span>10. The World&#8217;s Widest Tree, \u00c1rbol del Tule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule.jpg\" alt=\"The \u00c1rbol del Tule tree\" class=\"wp-image-229373\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tule-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Liisbet Luup \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the village of Santa Mar\u00eda del Tule, just outside the city, grows a Montezuma cypress (a relative of the cypress tree) with the widest trunk in the world. The circumference of the trunk is an incredible 42 metres, and the tree&#8217;s age is estimated at more than 2,000 years. It&#8217;s so enormous that at first glance you&#8217;ll think it&#8217;s several trees fused together \u2014 but DNA tests have confirmed it really is one single tree. There&#8217;s a symbolic admission fee of around 20 MXN (1 \u20ac), and for that brief stop it&#8217;s absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_The_Weaving_Village_of_Teotitlan_del_Valle\"><\/span>11. The Weaving Village of Teotitl\u00e1n del Valle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan.jpg\" alt=\"The weaving village of Teotitl\u00e1n\" class=\"wp-image-229374\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/teotitlan-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Walter Alejandro \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca is famous for its craft villages, with each one specialising in something different. Teotitl\u00e1n del Valle, about 30 minutes east of the city, is home to the finest weavers. They make beautiful woollen rugs and tapestries called tapetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As <a href=\"https:\/\/gooaxaca.com\/teotitlan-del-valle-oaxacan-rugs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">visitors describe<\/a>, once you arrive at the family workshops, the locals almost always take you under their wing and show you the entire process with enormous pride. You&#8217;ll see the washing and carding of the wool, the dyeing in cauldrons over fire using natural pigments (such as red from cochineal beetles, yellow from marigold or blue from indigo), and finally the weaving of intricate Zapotec patterns on huge wooden looms. If you head here on a Monday morning, you&#8217;ll also catch the warm, traditional market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Black_Pottery_in_San_Bartolo_Coyotepec\"><\/span>12. Black Pottery in San Bartolo Coyotepec<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec.jpg\" alt=\"Black barro negro pottery\" class=\"wp-image-229375\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/barrocoyotepec-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Miguel Gonz\u00e1lez \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another fascinating stop on the craft trail is San Bartolo Coyotepec. This village is known the world over for its unique black pottery (barro negro). The technique was discovered in the 20th century by a local potter who found that when the clay is smoothed with a quartz pebble before firing and baked at a lower temperature in a sealed, oxygen-free kiln, it takes on a beautiful, glossy black colour. You can visit plenty of workshops here, watch demonstrations at the potter&#8217;s wheel, and of course take home one of those delicate vases or bowls as a souvenir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Wooden_Alebrijes_Figures_in_San_Martin_Tilcajete\"><\/span>13. Wooden Alebrijes Figures in San Mart\u00edn Tilcajete<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden alebrijes figures\" class=\"wp-image-229376\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/alebrijes-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Dain\u00e9 Zeferino \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember those magical, brightly coloured animal guides from the animated film Coco? They&#8217;re called alebrijes, and they come from exactly here. The villages of San Mart\u00edn Tilcajete and Arrazola are full of family workshops where fantastical creatures are carved from soft copal wood \u2014 hybrids of dragons, dogs, eagles and other animals. The figures are then hand-painted with incredibly tiny, vividly coloured dots and patterns. It&#8217;s painstaking work, and the largest, most detailed pieces sell for thousands of dollars \u2014 but you can pick up a small, colourful little dog here for just a few euros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_The_Dia_de_Muertos_Celebrations_If_Youre_Lucky\"><\/span>14. The D\u00eda de Muertos Celebrations (If You&#8217;re Lucky)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1023\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos.jpg\" alt=\"Day of the Dead celebrations in Oaxaca\" class=\"wp-image-229377\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-700x448.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-1536x982.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-696x445.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/diamuertos-1392x890.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Isai Matus \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you manage to snag accommodation and arrive at the turn of October and November, something utterly extraordinary awaits you. D\u00eda de Muertos in Oaxaca is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The streets are strewn with sand tapestries, houses fill the air with the scent of sweet pan de muerto bread, and in the evening processions (comparsas) roll through the city \u2014 full of people with painted faces in the style of the elegant skeleton Catrina, accompanied by brass bands. The whole thing isn&#8217;t sad at all; on the contrary, it&#8217;s a joyful celebration of life and a remembrance of those who are no longer with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> To explore the Monte Alb\u00e1n ruins and all those beautiful craft villages and distilleries in the area, it pays either to hire a car (the roads here are in relatively decent shape) or to arrange a driver\/guide for the day. Most of the attractions don&#8217;t lie within Oaxaca itself but within an hour&#8217;s drive \u2014 and relying solely on public colectivos (shared vans) will cost you a lot of precious time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_CARRENTAL_PLACEHOLDER -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Eat_Mexicos_Culinary_Paradise\"><\/span>What to Eat: Mexico&#8217;s Culinary Paradise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oaxaca is regarded by Mexicans as the country&#8217;s culinary capital, and in 2024 this was officially confirmed by the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/guide.michelin.com\/en\/mx\/oaxaca\/restaurants\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Michelin Guide<\/a>, which awarded stars to restaurants such as Los Danzantes and Levadura de Olla. Since then there&#8217;s been an enormous boom, and at the best establishments you&#8217;ll need to make reservations weeks in advance. Mexican cuisine as a whole was the first in the world to be added to the UNESCO list, and Oaxaca is its most dazzling jewel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The absolute foundation of the local cuisine is mole. It&#8217;s an incredibly complex, thick sauce whose preparation can take several days and may contain well over thirty ingredients. In Oaxaca there are seven basic types of mole, the most famous being the dark <em>mole negro<\/em>, which contains, among other things, chocolate and a heap of spices. The flavour is deep, slightly sweet, spicy and smoky all at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another icon that <a href=\"https:\/\/clairesitchyfeet.com\/dest\/north-america\/mexico\/oaxaca-city-guide\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">travellers can&#8217;t get enough of<\/a> is the <em>tlayuda<\/em>. It&#8217;s often nicknamed the Mexican pizza. It&#8217;s a huge, thin, crispy corn tortilla spread with bean paste (frijoles) and generously topped with the local stringy <em>quesillo<\/em> cheese (which tastes a bit like a saltier mozzarella). It&#8217;s then grilled over coals and folded in half. Locals often have grilled meat added, but in the basic cheese-and-bean version, rounded off with fresh tomato and avocado, it&#8217;s a perfect vegetarian treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the markets and on the streets you&#8217;ll definitely come across meaty specialities too, such as slow-pulled <em>barbacoa<\/em> or fried pork <em>carnitas<\/em>, which people here would happily kill for. To drink, treat yourself to a refreshing <em>agua fresca<\/em> (for example from hibiscus \u2014 jamaica, or rice dusted with cinnamon \u2014 horchata).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you love corn, don&#8217;t miss <em>elote<\/em> (a boiled corn cob on a stick, slathered in mayo, cheese and chilli) or its cup version <em>esquites<\/em>, which are sold on practically every corner once darkness falls. For us vegetarians, Mexican street food can occasionally be a bit tricky because of the lard, but corn, cheesy quesadillas, or tacos filled with mushrooms or beans and a slice of cactus (nopal) will never let you down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Travel_Tips\"><\/span>Practical Travel Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a look at a few practical bits and pieces so that nothing catches you off guard once you arrive. Mexico is an amazing country, but it has its quirks, and it&#8217;s good to be prepared for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Transport and roads.<\/strong> There are domestic flights to Oaxaca from Mexico City, but you can get here perfectly comfortably on the long-distance buses run by ADO or Primera Plus too. The journey from the capital takes roughly 6 to 7 hours and a ticket costs around 23 to 37 \u20ac. If you&#8217;re planning to head to the coast after exploring the colonial centre, I have great news. A new highway towards <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=229440\" rel=\"noopener\">Puerto Escondido<\/a> has recently opened, cutting the insane seven-hour journey of hairpin bends down to an easy 2.5 hours. If you&#8217;re driving a hire car, there&#8217;s a golden rule here: avoid driving at night. The roads tend to be poorly lit, animals often wander onto them, and for safety reasons it&#8217;s simply not the wisest idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Money and payments.<\/strong> Even though plenty of the better restaurants and hotels take cards, cash is still king in Oaxaca. At markets, for street food, smaller entrance fees and shared vans (colectivos), you won&#8217;t be able to pay with anything but Mexican pesos. When withdrawing from an ATM, watch out very carefully for so-called DCC (Dynamic Currency Conversion) \u2014 the machine will offer you a &#8220;guaranteed&#8221; conversion rate into pounds or euros, which is extremely unfavourable (you can lose 8\u20139%). Always decline this offer and have the amount charged in the local currency. As for tipping, restaurants typically expect 10 to 15%. Just keep an eye out for whether it&#8217;s already been added to your bill as a &#8220;servicio&#8221; or &#8220;propina&#8221; line item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safety.<\/strong> The state of Oaxaca and its capital are among the very safe areas within Mexico, especially for tourists. You can move around the historic centre and surrounding neighbourhoods completely at ease, even in the evening. Just stick to the usual common sense \u2014 don&#8217;t flash expensive jewellery unnecessarily, don&#8217;t carry all your cash in one pocket, and at night on the edges of the city it&#8217;s better to use an official taxi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re worried about the stomach upset known as &#8220;Montezuma&#8217;s revenge&#8221;, remember the street-food rule: &#8220;Boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it.&#8221; Tap water isn&#8217;t drunk in Mexico \u2014 always buy bottled, and it&#8217;s best to use bottled water for brushing your teeth too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Go_Next_from_Oaxaca\"><\/span>Where to Go Next from Oaxaca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have more time for Mexico (which I hope you do, because it&#8217;s enormous!), Oaxaca is a great springboard for further adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to check out our big <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/best-places-visit-mexico\/\" rel=\"noopener\">guide to what to see in Mexico<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find plenty of inspiration for the whole country. If you&#8217;re keen to learn more about the Day of the Dead celebrations, take a look at our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=227782\" rel=\"noopener\">D\u00eda de Muertos in Mexico<\/a>. For foodies, we&#8217;ve put together an extensive article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=227777\" rel=\"noopener\">Mexican cuisine<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll discover more about the dishes you mustn&#8217;t miss. And if, after Oaxaca, you&#8217;re craving another dose of indigenous culture and wild nature, head south and explore the state of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/chiapas-mexico-things-to-do\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chiapas<\/a> with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can book tours to Monte Alb\u00e1n, Hierve el Agua and mezcal tastings on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_for_Oaxaca\"><\/span>How many days do I need for Oaxaca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ideally, you should set aside 4 to 5 days for Oaxaca. You&#8217;ll spend two days wandering through the historic center, markets, and tasting amazing food, and another two to three days you&#8217;ll use for trips to the surrounding areas like the Monte Alb\u00e1n ruins, Hierve el Agua, and artisan villages.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Oaxaca_safe_for_tourists\"><\/span>Is Oaxaca safe for tourists?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, Oaxaca is one of the safest and friendliest states in Mexico. In the historic center and tourist areas you don&#8217;t need to worry, only normal precautions against pickpockets at markets and in crowds apply.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_car_to_visit_Oaxaca\"><\/span>Do I need a car to visit Oaxaca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely not a necessity. You can easily walk around the city, and the main sights in the surrounding area (Monte Alb\u00e1n, Tule) are accessible by bus, colectivo, or you can pay for an organized tour. Renting a car is worth it if you want to explore more remote mezcal distilleries or artisan villages at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_drink_tap_water_in_Oaxaca\"><\/span>Can you drink tap water in Oaxaca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely not. Tap water in Mexico isn&#8217;t drinkable. Always buy bottled water or bring a bottle with your own filter. In better restaurants, water for drinks and ice is filtered, so you don&#8217;t need to worry, but be careful on the street.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_expensive_to_eat_in_Oaxaca\"><\/span>Is it expensive to eat in Oaxaca?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It depends where you go. At local markets and street stalls you can eat for just a few crowns, a classic tlayuda will cost you around 80 to 150 MXN (\u20ac4\u20137). In renowned Michelin-starred restaurants, however, you&#8217;ll obviously pay more and prices approach European levels.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_Dia_de_Muertos_festival_celebrated\"><\/span>When is the D\u00eda de Muertos festival celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The official holiday falls on November 1st and 2nd, but the main events, altar decorations, and street parades in Oaxaca begin several days earlier, roughly from October 27th or 28th. Accommodation for this period must be arranged well in advance.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300500006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_from_Oaxaca_to_the_ocean\"><\/span>How do I get from Oaxaca to the ocean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Thanks to the newly opened highway, the journey to the Pacific coast is much easier. You can now reach the surf town of Puerto Escondido by car or bus in just 2.5 hours, compared to the previous 7 hours winding through mountain roads. You can also fly there by small local plane, which is an experience in itself.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Oaxaca is the culinary and cultural gem of southern Mexico. 14 tips \u2014 Monte Alb\u00e1n, mezcal, mole, Hierve el Agua, craft villages and the Day of the Dead. 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