What to do and see in Oaxaca, Oaxaca: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

April 29, 2022 Velvet Champine

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. Fundacion En Via

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Fundacion En Via

En Via is a non-profit microfinance organization working to fight poverty around Oaxaca, and to educate travelers about the power of microfinance by connecting them with local women either through visits to their towns, or through our volunteer program teaching free English classes to women and children. On the visits, travelers meet women who are applying for micro-loans to start or expand their small businesses, from making tortillas to weaving beautiful rugs, to selling flowers in the local market. Participants hear about the women's lives and projects, and what they plan to do with their loans. At the end of the day, the profits from the tours fund En Via's micro-loan and education programs.

2. Traditions Mexico Cultural Journeys

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Traditions Mexico Cultural Journeys

Cultural day tours and extended tours in an undiscovered Mexico. Since 1996 pioneering small group journeys into the world of indigenous traditions, folk art, food and festivals of Southern Mexico. Our expertly guided, off-the-beaten track journeys take travelers into Zapotec, Mayan and Mixtec villages, home workshops, festivals, smokey kitchens filled with good food and into an authentic world seldom visited by outsiders.

3. Journeys Beyond the Surface - Oaxaca

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Journeys Beyond the Surface - Oaxaca

Custom-designed private tours for one or more people. After the success of our Mexico City tours, Mahsa has developed a particular range of tours specific to Oaxaca: focusing on everything from crafts cooperatives and artist workshops in the city to village visits to meet artisans, musicians and traditional healers. Our walking tours include several markets and general orientation, but also spots in Oaxaca beyond the sight of most tourists.

4. Wanderlust Oaxaca

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Wanderlust Oaxaca

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

5. Oaxaca Tour Leaders

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Oaxaca Tour Leaders

Private tours in Oaxaca

6. Coyote Aventuras

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Coyote Aventuras

Unforgettable adventure tours COYOTE Aventuras is a social enterprise dedicated to adventures, outdoors & nature tourism. Our goal: connecting people with nature, culture and adventure. Hiking + Mountain biking + Cultural tours + Social projects

7. Luis Ramirez Tours

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Luis Ramirez Tours

Hi. For your safety choose private tours in Oaxaca, avoid crowds and keep safe . All private tours include sanitation kid. Take a private tour guide in Oaxaca is one of the best ways to keep safe from COVID-19. Feel safe regarding the sanitary measures and the distance between each other inside the vehicles. In addition, in each private tour cleaning kits will be provided per person masks, hand sanitizer, among other items. However, due to the nature of COVID-19, any person or material can be exposed to the contamination and spread the virus at any time. I provide private transportation in either car or Van with a bilingual driver in Oaxaca. You will receive personalized attention that covers all your transportation needs. We can put together a personalized tour to go wherever you like whenever you like Let me know part of your experience in Mexico. First and foremost, your safety and comfort are a top priority. Feel free to ask me any questions you may have, and share your concerns.

8. Mezcal Educational Tours

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Mezcal Educational Tours

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.

9. Zapotrek Hike and Bike

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Zapotrek Hike and Bike

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.

10. Seasons of My Heart Cooking School

Rancho Aurora AP#42 Admon.3, Oaxaca 68101 Mexico 011 52 951 508 0469 [email protected] http://www.seasonsofmyheart.com
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Seasons of My Heart Cooking School

Reviewed By lisah714 - Beaverton, United States

A day with Seasons of my Heart was an absolute delight! Starting with a tour of the Mercado, Yolando explained so much about the foods of Oaxaca, their uniqueness compared to other Mexican cuisines. We got to taste from many different vendors. From the Mercado we headed back to the cooking school and after a quick, delicious lunch, we divided into groups to each make one of the six courses. Under Yolanda's and her assistant's watchful eye, we created one of the most dellicious meals I've ever had- ANYWHERE. What an experience and how fun to start as a group of 13 strangers and end up with 13 new friends at the end of the day. This is a cultural experience well worth your time.

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