Things to do in Oaxaca

Activities, attractions and tours

An ancient archaeological site with large stone structures and a clear sky.
Ancient Mayan ruins with terraced structures and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal landscape with a rugged coastline, dense green vegetation, and clear blue waters.
A panoramic view of terraced mineral pools with mountains in the background.
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Things to do

Oaxaca: Hierve El Agua, El Tule, Mitla and Mezcal Tasting

Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua, El Tule, Mitla and Mezcal Tasting

P2,065
per adult
Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua, El Tule, Mitla and Mezcal Tasting
Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

P3,499
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included
Coastal Bays Boat Tour

Coastal Bays Boat Tour with Hotel Transportation

P2,354
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Coastal Bays Boat Tour with Hotel Transportation
Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award Winning Family Distillery

Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award Winning Family Distillery

P2,398
per adult
Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award Winning Family Distillery
Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour

Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour

P2,055
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour
Juárez Highlands: Ecotourism and Workshop Experience

Juárez Highlands: Ecotourism and Workshop Experience

P2,055
per adult
Juárez Highlands: Ecotourism and Workshop Experience
Hierve el Agua, Lunch and Mezcal Tasting

Hierve el Agua, Lunch and Mezcal Tasting

P2,706
per adult
Hierve el Agua, Lunch and Mezcal Tasting
Tour in Oaxaca Monte Alban Mezcal Alebrijes and Barro Negro

Monte Alban, Ancestral Mezcal, Alebrijes and Black Mud Tour

P2,055
per adult
Monte Alban, Ancestral Mezcal, Alebrijes and Black Mud Tour
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to Swim with Dolphins & Turtles

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life

P2,620
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life
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Zicatela Beach

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Where to stay in Oaxaca

Find the best Oaxaca areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with two prominent towers and a large dome.
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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.

A historic cathedral with two bell towers and a courtyard with palm trees.
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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.

A coastal landscape with a rocky outcrop and calm sea at sunset.

Crucecita

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

A narrow cobblestone street flanked by colorful buildings with balconies and hanging plants.

Jalatlaco

While Jalatlaco isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

A sandy beach with clear blue water, a red flag, and informational signs.

Chahue

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

A mountain landscape with a clear blue lake, a dead tree, and distant mountains.

Oaxaca

A coastal town with a beach, dense greenery, and a mountainous backdrop.

Puerto Escondido

A coastal town with a beach, boats, and a fort on a hill.

Salchi

A historic building with red domes and a cactus garden in front.

San Pablo Villa de Mitla

A coastal sunset with a beach, thatched-roof structures, and a distant shoreline.

Zipolite

A large tree in front of a white building with red arches, a blue and white church, and a street with cars and people.

Santa Maria del Tule