Oaxaca tours, things to do and tickets

Immerse yourself in Oaxaca's natural and cultural wonders on a day of discovery. Marvel at the ancient Tule tree, the Mitla archeological site, and the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua.

Enjoy an immersive cultural tour of Oaxaca with a transfer from your hotel. Visit the ancient El Tule tree, the archaeological site of Mitla, and Hierve el Agua waterfalls, and taste some mezcal.

Visit one of the natural wonders of Oaxaca, Hierve el Agua. Admire the rock formations that resemble frozen waterfalls. Visit a mezcal distillery on the way back to the city and enjoy a tasting.

Experience the ultimate day trip in Oaxaca with our extensive itinerary tour. Our journey begins at the awe-inspiring Tule tree, a living testament to over 2,000 years of history. Next, we delve into the rich tradition of rug weaving at a workshop in Teotitlán del Valle. The adventure continues with a visit to Mitla Archaeological Site, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and mysterious allure. Cap off the day with a visit to Hierve el Agua, a natural wonder boasting petrified waterfalls, offering a surreal experience like no other in Oaxaca. As we return to the city, indulge in a visit to a traditional mezcal distillery, where mezcal samples await, adding a flavorful conclusion to your unforgettable journey. Things to note: Additional Costs (Paid in Cash) Tule Tree Entrance: $20 MXN Mitla Archaeological Site: $100 MXN Boil Water Entrance Fee: $70 MXN Oaxacan Buffet Lunch: $198 MXN Teotitlan del Valle: No entrance fee Mezcal Distillery Visit: No entrance fee

The difference is the quality of our Guides, a lot of experience but above all passion to tell the story of Monte Albán

Explore the best of Oaxaca in one day with Zapotecos Tours! Join this unforgettable adventure. We know that your time is golden, so we have designed the most complete tour so that you know the essence of our state. Tule Tree: Marvel at the millennial tree with the widest trunk in the world. Boil the Water: Prepare for the stunning petrified waterfalls. We'll have 3 hours to explore. We suggest wearing comfortable clothes and shoes for the hike and your swimsuit if you are going swimming. For lunchtime we will visit a buffet restaurant with local seasoning and vegan options. Mitla : Discover the fascinating archaeological area with the help of a certified bilingual guide. Teotitlan : Learn about the millennial tradition of wool textiles and their natural dyes. Culture of Mezcal: Immerse yourself in the world of mezcal with a tour of its production process and a guided tasting. Don't overpay! The tour price includes all tickets to the sites

This is a project run by Betsaida, Zapotec woman, born & raised in Oaxaca. This project started 6 years ago with the simple desire to share to the world, the beauty & cultural richness of Oaxaca. We’re not only proud of our roots, but also deeply committed to support the local consumption. From farmers, artisans, cooks, market vendors & more in order to promote a sustainable tourism. Therefore, once you join us in our experiences you’ll live and participate to the preservation of our culture, which is our main focus. As consequence, Me Encanta Oaxaca is a phrase that expresses how passionate we are, and we believe that once you live Oaxaca, it’ll cast a spell on you.

If you visit Oaxaca, you must visit Hierve el Agua. Hierve el Agua is a natural scenery of petrified waterfalls. The first thing we do on the tour is to go directly to Hierve el Agua as our first stop. We stay there for 3 hours to have enough time to enjoy the natural wonders of Hierve el Agua without rushing. There you can go hiking with local guides, or enjoy the spas that are there. After visiting this wonderful place, on the way back to the city we visit one of the most popular mezcal distilleries in Oaxaca. There you can do a mezcal tasting completely free of charge, and taste the different flavors of mezcals that exist. The tour lasts approximately 7 hours, and includes entrance fees to Hierve el Agua

Discover what makes the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Monte Alban one of greatest archeological sites in the Oaxaca Valley! This 4-hour tour takes you by comfortable coach to the nearby ruins, which rest on a panoramic mountaintop with views of Oaxaca. Your professional guide will lead a tour through the vast complex filled with pyramids, ceremonial rock carvings, a huge ball court and 170 excavated tombs. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Our tour is planned by a team of gastronomy lovers. The team developed a complete platform where what we are looking for is that any lover of food and unique culinary experiences enjoy the culinary heritage of Mexico to the fullest. We planned this experience with two years of research, if you take this experience you will meet people who preserve the gastronomic culture of Oaxaca, the vendors always offer us a unique experience of living the flavors in an incomparable way, because the producers themselves will talk to us and share with us of his wisdom.

Casa Crespo is Oaxaca in its kitchen. Tradition lives there, where chef Oscar Carrizosa, (originally from the Mixteca region) mixes the ingredients of the 16 ethnicities of Oaxaca with the original seasoning that he inherited from his grandma. It´s the perfect place to get to know the flavors and aromas of Oaxacan food in the classes that Oscar gives. Oscar, who is very friendly, also shows how to smell and identify the aromas that come of the dishes. He presents menu options and the students decide what they would like to cook. There is no fixed menu. He teaches how to cook 3 types of tortillas, 3 types of salsas, an appetizer, soup, mole, dessert and drink. Dishes that strive to remain in the taste buds and memory of those who love good eating.

Number #1 Private Tour Company in Oaxaca We are a small group of natives licensed guides curating Private Tours, offering 7 unique Experiences in Oaxaca! We drive you in comfortable Sedan Cars, SUV vehicles and Toyota Vans so you can come with your couple, friends and Family. This project involves approximately 53 Oaxacan families of experts, indigenous families, artisans, weavers, traditional cooks, potters, carvers, painters and master distillers that we visit in their homes, workshops and Mezcal distilleries. Don’t go where all the tourists go, Let’s have some fun and explore Oaxaca through authentic places and hidden gems! Check out our website and contact us for more Special Experiences!

Our experience is an educational tour to learn about the culture of mezcal and all the tradition that surrounds it. We will begin our trip starting from the center of the city of Oaxaca and we will visit the towns of Mitla and Matatlán. There we will take a walking tour through our majestic agave fields with thousands of specimens, where we will be able to learn more about this plant, as well as having enough time to do a couple of activities and of course the best photographs. Then we will continue to an artisan mezcal distillery to learn step by step, the entire artisan process of making our drink. At the end of the tour, we will have an unlimited tasting of different varieties of mezcal. Finally, we will share a traditional Oaxacan meal at a local restaurant, already included, and of course, More Mezcal!

Discover the pyramids on a half-day tour of the Monte Albán archaeological zone

Hello everyone! After years of fine dining and living out of mexico, I returned to my roots to create "The Real Oaxaca Cooking Experience." At Quinta Brava, our dedicated team of three professional cocineras and the chefs is passionate about guiding you through an unforgettable culinary journey. This unique experience aims to preserve and share the rich heritage of ancient Oaxacan cuisine. You’ll learn traditional cooking methods and use authentic utensils that our ancestors cherished. Under the guidance of our experts, you’ll prepare a variety of recipes from across Oaxaca on a traditional wood stove known as the "Lorena," crafted from mud and sand. What sets this experience apart is that you will be the main chef, cooking everything by hand. Immerse yourself in the magic of Oaxacan culture and flavors, and leave with not just recipes, but a deeper appreciation for this culinary art. Join us for a truly authentic and hands-on adventur

you will know one of the natural wonders the giant Tule tree, which is more than 2000 years old, we will continue to the archaeological area of Mitla, unmatched by its varied ornamentation of its buildings, achieved through the system of geometric designs, then we will go to Teotitlán del valle, where the famous wool mats are made, we will continue our tour to Hierve el agua, where you can admire the petrified waterfalls, to conclude our tour we will visit a distillery of mezcal (the order of the visit is subject to changes)

This cooking class is developed through deep research with people specialized in pre-Hispanic food, we seek to spread the heritage value of Oaxaca vegetarian food. Together with a traditional Cook we will tour the neighborhood and buy the freshest products for our dishes.

We welcome you into our home with open arms! Immediately, you will feel part of our family and our traditions. We begin our welcome, the same way my abuela did with me, with hot chocolate and pan. I love to share my stories and traditions of my culture with you. Classes can be in spanish or english. Our class will take place in our beautiful outdoor kitchen, located on our terrace. You will learn to prepare food and cook in a traditional Oaxaqueña kitchen, called a brasero - a traditional brick stove, with open fire. We will get busy in a hands-on cooking experience where you will learn to prepare appetizers, traditional drinks, salsas and main dishes. In the culmination of our hard work, we will share in a group meal around the table with food, drink, stories, laughter, love and of course, mezcal. We look forward to connecting with you over food and flavor; one of my cultures oldest traditions.

Make your Sunday memorable with this 4 -hour adventure. Go on a guided tour of Yagul, San Jeronimo Tlacochahuaya, and the traditional Sunday Market of Tlacolula.

Explore the cultural treasures surrounding Oaxaca on a full-day trip with an experienced guide. Travel by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Monte Alban and discover the excavated ruins of this ancient Zapotec city. Meet local artisans making black pottery in the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec and admire the famous wood-carved figures of San Antonio Arrazola. From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, you’ll learn all about the region’s rich history! Round-trip hotel transport is included.