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The 10 Best Things to do for Honeymoon in Oaxaca, Oaxaca
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.
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1. Wanderlust Oaxaca
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5.0 based on 119 reviews
Wanderlust Oaxaca is a local travel agency and the purpouse of it is to give a great service a reliable rates on tours, shuttle service, hotels packages, car rental, all with a good drivers insurance transportation Wanderlust Oaxaca the best option to stay in Oaxaca
2. Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
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5.0 based on 4,737 reviews
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.
3. Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
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5.0 based on 2,645 reviews
One of the city's most ornate structures, this church is lavishly endowed with gold.
Reviewed By katybird41 - Eugene, United States
I was approached by a kind man who asked if I wanted a tour as I was heading inside to look around. He spoke several different languages, and was incredibly knowledgeable, reciting the names of the saints depicted, the dates of each stage of building this beautiful church, and the historical significance of the church itself. It was a pleasure to learn more of this history. I am very grateful!
4. Cooking Classes Oaxaca
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5.0 based on 260 reviews
Reviewed By dulcieh2021
We did Augustin and Esperanza's class on our last day in Oaxaca and both agreed it was the absolute highlight of our trip! Esperanza leads you through the market, stopping to try whatever you'd like and explains the ingredients so thoroughly! We wish we'd done the class sooner in our trip so we could have had more knowledge of what we'd been eating! Augustin welcomes you into his home so graciously - what's his is yours. Help yourself to beer, mezcal and his friendly little pup, Morena becomes your best friend instantly. We didn't want to leave without her! While Esperanza shows you the ropes of a true Oaxacan kitchen, Augustin tells great stories of his travels, time in the US and how he started the classes. Make sure to let him DJ the music - he played some of our favorite Grateful Dead songs and told stories of seeing them live in San Fran in the 80s. Esperanza is so patient (especially with us gringos with little cooking experience) and shows you every single step and all the hard work that goes into making the traditional dishes of the region. We made salsa, guacamole, chile relleno and finished with a DELICIOUS red mole dish. We have such a greater appreciation for Oaxcan food now. We left full, tipsy and reeling from an incredible 6-7 hour experience. We cannot recommend this experience more - it is a MUST do. We feel like we have friends/family in Oaxaca now, thanks to Augustin and Esperanza and we are already planning our trip back. If there is one thing you do in Oaxaca, make it this class!
5. Mezcal Educational Tours
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5.0 based on 652 reviews
Mezcal Educational Excursions of Oaxaca offers spirits aficionados, novices & industry professionals 1 - 3 day mezcal tours in Oaxaca's central valleys and beyond. Learn about agave / maguey, photograph, sample, buy. We visit small, family operated distilleries (palenques) using clay pot production & traditional copper stills (alembics). You'll finish the day also understanding the families' cultures. Inquire regarding our expertise, testimonials, cost, etc. Ask about group tour packages for not only about mezcal and pulque, but also delving into Oaxacan cuisine and craft beer pairing. Considering a business plan exporting mezcal with your own label, or opening a bar or restaurant with a healthy complement of mezcal, or a mezcaleria? We are also consultants in this respect. Or, if you are a photographer or documentary film maker, we have assisted this type of professional on many occasions over the past decade. Mezcal is a full time passion, but a part-time vocation; so inquire early.
6. Zapotrek Hike and Bike
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5.0 based on 293 reviews
Zapotrek is a responsible tourism organization located in beautiful Oaxaca, Mexico. We provide one-of-a-kind bicycle, hiking and cultural tours and specialize in Eco-archeology, indigenous cultural experiences and traditional medicine. We also feature an authentic Mezcal plantation tour and offer custom nature excursions, such as various birding and botany expeditions.
7. Zocalo
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4.5 based on 1,730 reviews
This plaza, ringed with stores and an 18th-century cathedral, is the center of social activity in Oaxaca.
Reviewed By andyww18 - Savelletri, Italy
Plenty going on , lots of restaurants and great people watching . Have a shoe shine and capture some great photo ops
8. Andador de Macedonia Alcala
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4.5 based on 661 reviews
One of Oaxaca's crowded main thoroughfares.
Reviewed By 954hollyb - Washington DC, United States
Great street for people watching, eating and shopping, at any time of day. Plenty of fantastic artisan goods plus street food- I definitely recommend the fresh juices with condensed milk.
9. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
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4.5 based on 627 reviews
This lavish cathedral sits on the town's zócalo.
Reviewed By bgillian28
This is a very ornate church with interesting side chapels. If you go on a Saturday you can watch all the wedding parties come out of the church and then go in procession down the main pedestrian walkway. Walk with them and enjoy the celebration.
10. Jardin Etnobotanico de Oaxaca
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4.5 based on 1,127 reviews
The Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca exhibits hundreds of live plant species, all native to Oaxaca. Planting began in 1998 with plants coming from different regions in the state of Oaxaca; such as arid, humid, low tropical and high mountainous temperate zones. The garden represents the broad diversity of geological formations, types of vegetation and climates that characterize Oaxaca.
Reviewed By DBAA
We arrived early for the English speaking tour so the security guard told us to come back about 10 before the tour was to start. When we arrived 15 minutes before the tour, we were quite dismayed to find there were a huge number of English and Spanish speaking people before us, however there was absolutely nothing to worry about as the staff were extremely organized and we were very quickly on our way in a small group with a most excellent guide. The garden is quite fascinating with an interesting assortment of local plants and trees and also because of the history of the location. If you are interested in ethnobotanical gardens and want to learn more about the plant life of the area, the garden is definitely worth a visit or two.
