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Oaxaca City, walking through streets, markets and a museum stop.

Oaxaca City, Mexicoby Excursiones-Oaxaca

  • 3.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

This walking tour offers a practical option to discover the magic of Oaxaca city as well as learning about the history, traditions and customs of people from Oaxaca.

What's included

  • English and spanish speaking tour guide
  • Entrance ticket to Museum of Cultures paid onsite.

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    5 min

    Tour starts at Acueducto Oaxaca, this spot is well known by people of Oaxaca like "La Cruz de Piedra".

  2. 2

    Iglesia del Carmen Alto

    5 min

    The construction of this catholic church involves the destruction of ancient Zapotec beliefs and initiating current popular traditions of Oaxaca people.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    10 min

    This gorgeous sixteenth century temple represents the power of Dominican priest order as well as splendor of Oaxaca during the Spanish viceroyalty.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    30 min

    The Museum is located inside a former Convent which was the headquarter of Dominican Priest Order in Oaxaca. The tour visits the exhibition hall for the objects and jewelry from tomb 7 discovered at Monte Albán archaeological site.

  5. 5

    Andador Turistico

    15 min

    You will find a stunning popular atmosphere walking down this street exclusive for pedestrians while the tour guide comments the highlights for this route. A good chance to be touch with Oaxaca people folklore.

  6. 6

    Zocalo

    20 min

    This is the main square of the city where locals & tourists share and enjoy the space. Social life of Oaxaca is present at this spot.

  7. 7

    Mercado Benito Juarez

    20 min

    At this market we walk through narrow aisles surrounded by booths offering products and stuff from Oaxaca.

  8. 8

    Mercado 20 De Noviembre

    20 min

    The tour finishes at this market, right there you will learn about Oaxaca gastronomy.

Meeting and pickup

Go to the corner of Manuel García Vigil and Xólotl streets, spot known as "La Cruz de Piedra".

End point

We finish the tour at Mercado 20 de Noviembre, two block south main square (zócalo)

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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