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What to do and see in Oaxaca, Oaxaca: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
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. Monte Alban, Atzompa, Yagul and Mitla Archaeological Sites Day Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy a full-day trip from Oaxaca and see the main archaeological sites in Oaxaca. You'll first visit Monte Alban, which is the major urban center built by the Zapotec culture. Then, you'll see Atzompa and Yagul. Finally, visit Mitla which highlights Zapotec architecture. Your tour includes round-trip transport and a guide.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Admissions in Monte Alban, Atzompa, Yagul and Mitla.
Reviewed By ariele387
Notified me about the hierve el agua being closed and substituted a mezcal tour, but didn't say anything about el tule being closed also until he was asked during the tour. Probably spent 2 hours at gift shops because there's nothing to do. I felt I was tricked into this tour. Tour guide had very poor English, he would spend 5 mins talking about something in spanish then speak English for 20 secs. Terrible experience.
2. Oaxaca Zapoteca Route Private
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Enjoy an Amazing tour from Huatulco to Oaxaca for 3 days, you will discover the magic of ancient cultures, also you will visit the mezcal palenques, the city of the dead "MITLA", the Archaeological Zone. The adventure continues making the following scale to the Zapotec indigenous people of weavers "Teotitlan del valle", a place full of colors. Continue the journey where you will appreciate the famous and most notable "Tree of El Tule", And to finish this first day of adventure we arrived at the Oaxacan capital, where they will appreciate the former church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. The second day you will enjoy this great journey where we will know Monte Alban archaeological site which is the ancient capital of the Zapotecos and one of the first cities in Mesoamerica. we willvisit a small town of adobe houses "San Bartolo Coyotepec" famous for its black pottery. you will have the opportunity to visit Artisan Villages where you will admire the wood carving artisans.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guía Local Zapoteco certificado
Exclusions: Entradas a las zonas arqueológicas y atracciones, Comida y bebidas, Hospedaje
Reviewed By tristad2014
Tomas was easily one of the best tour guides I've ever had. Incredibly knowledgeable, and super friendly he did everything to make the tour perfect. And the work being done at La Escobilla is so important, it's a great opportunity to support a wonderful cause. And of course the baby turtles are absolutely adorable!! I couldn't recommend it more!
3. Oaxaca City Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The walking tour in Oaxaca aims to make you'r experience the most likeable possible in your city, our job is to introduce you to the city with our history, traditions, and local folklore that you can only experience by walking. Our guides will always try the best to put a smile on your face and at the same time teach you about this wonderful city in Mexico! The best way to get to know the best of Oaxaca with a local and in a budget friendly way and focusing only on you!
Inclusions: Professional Tour Guide
Exclusions:
Reviewed By JoanneG548
Great! Very interesting with Raoul as our guide - he was fantastic! He gave a wonderful introduction not only to Oaxaca but also overall Mexican National history and the culture, cuisine, and anything we asked about! Super helpful and insightful !!!
4. Private VIP Tour Oaxaca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
The VIP tour in Oaxaca aims to make you'r experience the most likeable possible in your city, our job is to introduce you to the city with our history, traditions, and local folklore that you can only experience with us. Our guides will always try the best to put a smile on your face and at the same time teach you about this wonderful city in Mexico! The best way to get to know the best of Oaxaca with a local and in a private way and focusing only on you and your requests!
Inclusions: Professional Tour Guide , Private Vehicle (if requested)
Exclusions: Entrances , Food and Drinks
Reviewed By JoanneG548
Great! Very interesting with Raoul as our guide - he was fantastic! He gave a wonderful introduction not only to Oaxaca but also overall Mexican National history and the culture, cuisine, and anything we asked about! Super helpful and insightful !!!
5. Artisan workshops tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
An experience that will take you to know the history, culture, crafts and gastronomy of Oaxaca in a single day.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Snacks, Entrance to the spa
Reviewed By Ontheroadtoconscious
My friend and I booked a tour to San Jose with Orlando. He told us that we would have a bilingual tour guide and we would have 2 excursions included. We were picked up for the tour on time. The tour guide barely spoke English but was very nice. We enjoyed the 3 hour ride to San Jose in a nice van. When we arrived we asked what time the first excursion began. At this point we were told that NO excursions were included. We called Orlando and the company directly, both were not cooperative. Orlando said if we wanted our money back we would have to return in the van right then. Obviously we weren't interested in turning around for another 3 hour ride. I have diligently tried since returning to communicate with the company so they would return some of the money that we paid them. Orlando required cash and collected 3500 pesos. Which is roughly $175. We paid $175 for a one way van ride. For comparison, if you ride in one of the local vans with other people it costs $7 per person. We were definitely scammed. And they promoted their great reviews on Tripadvisor.
6. Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
We have quality service, our guides are certified but above all we have a lot of charisma and spark in what we like to do, to pamper the traveler in order to know the wonders of our state.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, travel insurance
Exclusions: Breakfast, Does not include Tickets or Admissions
Reviewed By 635klp
We didn’t want to do a full day tour so it was really easy to just use the shuttle option. Evelyn, who helped us, was very nice and I was so thankful to her and the driver when they helped me retrieve my phone after having left it in the van.
7. Private Tour: World Heritage Sites, UNESCO Monte Alban & City of Oaxaca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a private tour only for those who book with us. We are in no rush and you decide how long you stay in the archaeological area. We are qualified guides with in-depth knowledge of our region. Whether they are French or English speaking, our guides have passed the guide diploma and know the region inside out, not only the tourist sites, but also the local culture and history. If you need a wheelchair, baby chair or stroller, please let us know in advance. No additional charge.
Inclusions: English or French speaking guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver, Bottled water, In addition, we offer audio guides, they are technological, with disposable headphones so that you can listen to your guide without needing to be close at all times., Entrance tickets to all visiting sites, Travel insurance in the vehicle
Exclusions: No tips, Lunch
Reviewed By Marielle0306
I would definitely recommend this if you want to check off a bunch of boxes in one day. This tour includes: Tule Tree, Mezcaleria, Teotitlan weaver's, Mitla ruins, and Hierve El Agua. They are relatively quick stops (except for Teotitlan and Hierve El Agua) but each had sufficient time to see what was there. The guide gave us information at each place, except for Hierve El Agua, which I would have liked to know more about, so I guess I'll just read about it online. Lunch was good and the driver was very good.
8. City Tour Santo Domingo/Alcalá/Exconvento de Santa Catalina /mercados/chocolate
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 10 reviews
Disfruta el recorrido por el Centro Histórico donde podrás apreciar la Iglesia de Santo Domingo, conocida por su inigualable belleza y la más destacable por su estilo barroco mexicano. Continuaremos por la calle de Macedonio Alcalá, conocida por ser una de las principales calles de la ciudad. Recorreremos el Exconvento de Santa Catalina, donde apreciarás su belleza arquitectónica y conocerás más de su historia. Sin olvidar visitar los mercados tradicionales conocidos por sus productos meramente oaxaqueños y finalmente conocerás el proceso de elaboración del chocolate.
Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off
Reviewed By ariele387
Antonio is very passionate and extremely knowledgeable about monte alban. He demands you pay attention during this tour.
9. Private walking city tour by locals
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Discover the city of Oaxaca through our experienced guides. Take a tour of its streets and look closely at the art and tradition of Oaxaca.
Inclusions: Experienced guides
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Reviewed By amellalyp
The tour was informative and the places were amazing. Just take note that when you are on a tour like this you are on limited time, we wanted to stay @ Hierve el Agua longer ): also it will take all day so take a few snacks/water.
10. Montealban, Alebrijes, Cuilapam and Barro Negro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Montealban is one of the places to visit if you come to Oaxaca. With more than 2,000 years of history, Montealban is unique. In addition, you can visit the workshops of alebrijes and black mud, recognized crafts of the Oaxaca Valley. You can also enjoy the architectural beauty of the Cuilapam convent.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Breakfast
Reviewed By amellalyp
The tour was informative and the places were amazing. Just take note that when you are on a tour like this you are on limited time, we wanted to stay @ Hierve el Agua longer ): also it will take all day so take a few snacks/water.
