7 Historic Sites in Oaxaca That You Shouldn't Miss

July 17, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Easygoing and vibrant, Oaxaca offers the best of southern Mexican charm, pairing lively festivals and entertainment with fantastic cuisine and unique cultural attractions. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Oaxaca is home to the spectacular Macedonio Alcala Theater and a short drive from the inspiring rock formations at Hierve el Aqua.
Restaurants in Oaxaca

1. Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

Oaxaca Mexico http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/415
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 4,737 reviews

Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban

The ruins of this ancient Zapotec capital make up one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Latin America.

Reviewed By zantb003 - Sybertsville, United States

Great site!! Great prehispanic temples and observatory. It’s a part of Oaxaca, Zapotecs. I enjoyed it, of course, we’re into history and archeology. It’s impressive-grand.

2. Mercado Benito Juarez

Las Casas Centro, Oaxaca 68000 Mexico +52 951 516 2352 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mercado-Benito-Juarez-Oaxaca-Oax/366453656745113
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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4.5 based on 1,423 reviews

Mercado Benito Juarez

Visitors to this marketplace are advised to bargain with vendors to get low prices.

Reviewed By andyww18 - Savelletri, Italy

Lots to see , photo and eat and drink . Famous and popular aqua Fresca stall , go down the bbq alley behind the meat section for freshly chosen meat on a bbq with vegetable and sauce choices . Meal for 3 with a beers at around 100 pesos a head and full of smoky buzzing atmosphere Take home dried chillis and herbs

3. Ex-Convento de Santa Catalina

300 Cinco de Mayo, Oaxaca Mexico +52 951 516 0611
Excellent
56%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Ex-Convento de Santa Catalina

4. Convento de Cuilapam

Cuilapam de Guerrero, Oaxaca Mexico http://www.viveoaxaca.org/2011/05/ex-convento-de-cuilapan-de-guerrero.html
Excellent
55%
Good
34%
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4.5 based on 285 reviews

Convento de Cuilapam

Reviewed By R1713XWdavidb - Portland, United States

We visited this site twice, the second time with an archeologist which added so much meaning to our visit. I recommend going with a good guide or reading up on it before your visit.

5. Exconvento de San Jeronimo

Tlachochahuaya, Oaxaca Mexico
Excellent
71%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
5%
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3%
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4.5 based on 38 reviews

Exconvento de San Jeronimo

6. Santa Catarina Juquila

Oaxaca Mexico
Excellent
55%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
2%
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3%
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4.0 based on 42 reviews

Santa Catarina Juquila

7. Oaxacatours

Oaxaca Mexico +52 951 513 3188 [email protected] http://Oaxacatours.mx
Excellent
67%
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3.5 based on 3 reviews

Oaxacatours

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