Top Oaxaca City Food Tours - page 2

Find culture, history, and excellent souvenir shopping on this small-group guided tour of the city of Oaxaca. Explore by foot the ‘zocalo’ (town square) and city center, and visit the Temple of Santo Domingo de Guzman and the Oaxaca Regional Museum located in its former convent. Wander the stalls of 20 de Noviembre and Benito Juarez, two of Oaxaca’s most popular markets, and pick up woven goods, crafts and tasty snacks like chocolates and chilies.

This tour is an invitation to live an exclusive experience in small groups, away from the tourist bustle. In Cuicatlán, time stops so that you can enjoy the peace and tranquility, immersing yourself in the natural and cultural wealth of this region. Here, every step is a discovery, and every discovery is a treasure.

Discover the tastes and textures of Oaxaca during a cooking workshop right in the heart of the city. Join a small group and visit a local market to gather ingredients for your class. There's no set menu, so the group can select which traditional dishes to make. Learn about the origins of each dish and several techniques during your hands-on class. Your tour end with the delicious meal that you've created.

Get your trip to Oaxaca off to a good start and pre-book a private transfer service. Meet the driver at Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) after collecting your luggage and proceed to your vehicle. Next, enjoy a quick transfer to your Oaxaca accommodation, without the hassle of making multiple stops.

Be a local for a day on this food tour, visiting the markets, street stalls, and other places not to be missed on your visit. Come and join us on this gastronomic walking tour in the city of Oaxaca, enjoy the most traditional food of Oaxaca. Visit street food stalls, markets and more, you will try a lot of food like Mole, Memelas, Tamales, Tacos and more. During the Tour we will walk through the city accompanied by Carlos who will share his experience and love for Oaxaca. This tour is a good option to support our local people from the markets and street food vendors. Come and fall in love with Oaxaca through its food. Take note that the route is on foot, so I recommend comfortable shoes and sunscreen. It is important to tell me if you have any food allergies to tailor the tour to your needs. Some places to visit may vary depending on the date.

From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, learn all about the rich history of the Oaxaca Valley. This tour packs in four top destinations into one day. Discover the Zapotec pyramids and excavated ruins of UNESCO-listed Monte Alban, admire the mystical woodcarvings of San Antonio Arrazola, and meet resident artisans in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a town known for its beautiful black pottery.

Club Tengo Hambre’s street food walking tour in Oaxaca City is the ultimate guide to the best regional specialties to explore the diversity of Oaxaca's culinary heritage. Join Club Tengo Hambre on a whirlwind, food-filled adventure through the streets of Oaxaca City to devour its quintessential fare, from street-side stands to the bustling stalls of its renowned public markets. The Oaxaca Street Food Essentials tour by Club Tengo Hambre is the definitive Oaxacan street food experience, showcasing the specialties of the Valles Centrales region. The menu features dishes that are unique to the city and its surrounding communities, and are not available elsewhere in Mexico or beyond. During the walking food tour, we’ll roam Oaxaca’s Centro Histórico neighborhood, visit six of our favorite street food stands, and explore three traditional markets.

Explore the vibrant culture of Oaxaca on this enriching 3-hour private tour, featuring the city's historic streets, must-see attractions, and delectable local cuisine. With a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history and stories of iconic sites like the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and Zocalo. This immersive experience combines cultural exploration with culinary delights, ensuring a memorable journey through Oaxaca's flavors and heritage. - Duration: 3 hours of guided exploration - Visit key attractions including the Templo de Santo Domingo and Teatro Macedonio Alcalá - Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your interests - Suitable for individuals and groups; accessible for travelers with reduced mobility

Live Oaxaca! In 6 hours, 4 villages, market, unlimited mezcal, private transportation and super delicious food awaits you! 1. Teotitlan del Valle: Learn about the ancient art of sheep wool carpets and all their secrets of making. 2. Tlacolula : We will visit a traditional market, where you will taste chapulines, shingle and traditional bread from a wedding. 3. Matatlan : Learn all about the elaboration of artisan mezcal. Here you will try more than 8 types of OMG agaves! and taste a typical Oaxaca meal. 4. Mitla : we will visit my craftsman and designer mom! She is fantastic and likes to take mezcal. Surprise! I will present you my own brand of mezcal (spoiler : this delicious). Did I tell you that you will enjoy unlimited mezcal throughout the tour to taste at your own pace? Live a 100% local and authentic adventure in Oaxaca with me. Book now and discover Oaxaca better than anyone!

Venture beyond Oaxaca city to explore ancient ruins, scenery, and culture—covering multiple top sites in just one day. A dedicated driver lets you cover more ground than you could on your own, with time to swim, shop for textiles, sip artisanal mezcal, and stand in the shade of the famed Tule Tree. And with a local guide to share insights, you’ll soak up fascinating culture at every stop.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! You step into the valley where agave carpets the hills. A family palenque welcomes you with smoke rising from underground ovens. You watch piñas roast and hear the crackle of stone against agave hearts. The tahona wheel turns slowly while the scent of fermenting mash drifts through wooden vats. Soon you taste Espadín and rare agaves, each sip revealing earth and fire. In Mitla the fields stretch endless, their sharp leaves catching the midday sun. You walk among thousands of plants that rustle in the wind. A traditional Oaxacan table awaits you in a village comedor. Tlayudas and mole share space with fresh tortillas as a glass of mezcal lingers warm in your hand. Which flavor will stay with you longest, the smoke or the silence?

Come with me and discover the natural and cultural diversity of Oaxaca by tasting its most iconic spirit: Mezcal! We’ll learn to engage all five senses as we explore how the raw ingredients—different species of agave—and each producer’s unique recipe influence the aromas and flavors of traditional mezcal. Along the way, we’ll uncover the beautiful stories behind each mezcal and the deep connection that every producer has with their land and the biodiversity that surrounds them.

This tour combines iconic places in Oaxaca city, a bicycle ride and some of the best street food stands creating a great combo for those who seek to hang out with partners, friends or family and taste some of the fod that makes Oaxaca the Gastronomy Capital of Mexico.

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! You stand before stone walls glowing under Oaxaca’s golden sun. Voices echo through the Zócalo as bells rise above the crowd. Your licensed guide draws you into stories shaped by faith. Arches cast cool shade while incense drifts like whispered memory. Carved saints gaze down, their faces lit by flickering candlelight. Street musicians play guitars that send soft notes through corridors. You taste warm tortillas while smoke curls from the market grills. Spices coat the air with heat that clings to skin. What secrets live in these stones, and what legends linger in song? The city moves, and you move within it.

This experience is designed for travelers who want real Oaxacan street food with clear logistics and night-time safety. You won’t walk around guessing where to eat—your trained local host takes you directly to three trusted spots where locals dine after dark. Each stop highlights a signature dish: a charcoal-grilled tlayuda, regional Istmo-style garnachas, and a traditional tasajo beef taco. Transportation in an A/C vehicle, hotel pick-up and drop-off, verified routes, and small-group operation ensure a reliable and comfortable night out. Perfect for travelers who value authenticity with the peace of mind of a professional operator.

Visit Mitla, Tule, and Hierve del Agua in a single day on this multi-stop tour from Oaxaca. With round-trip transportation provided, it’s easy to move between the different sites and there’s no need to rent a car. Learn about the Zapotec people at the Mitla archaeological site, see a 2000-year-old tree at Tule, and swim in the natural pools at Hiever del Agua. Get the most out of your visit to the region through guided commentary on the local people, culture, and history.

Adventure begins with an exploration of the agave plant—sacred in Mexico for over 10,000 years. Learn how this ancient plant has shaped the identity of our people, and uncover the stories behind its cultivation and symbolism. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of mezcal with an authentic tasting experience in Oaxaca, guided by a mezcal expert from a family steeped in five generations. In a charming tasting room, dive into the interplay of chemistry, biology, and anthropology that makes mezcal Mexico’s iconic spirit. Discover the agave plant’s cultural significance and its deep-rooted connection to Oaxacan heritage while savoring five distinct mezcals from various regions. Each sip reveals how unique production methods and terroirs influence flavor and aroma, enriching your appreciation for this beloved drink. The experience takes place in El Mercado Negro, inside a colonial house in the Oaxaca heart. Intimate, authentic, and filled with history, perfect setting to enjoy mezcal.

The most complete and dynamic wine experience in Oaxaca. It will include information on the wines to taste, explaining their origin and methodology of production. Use graphic elements to understand more about Mexican wine

If you want to live more than just a tasting, this immersive and cultural experience is for you, the tasting is directed with native guides and expert rocking masters who were born in the area, true connoisseurs and lovers of mezcal, ready to transmit the knowledge and love for this iconic Mexican drink. Oaxaca is home to the largest variety of agave species in Mexico (more than 30), many of which are endemic. This allows a unique richness of flavors. In this experience you will try different labels and learn the tasting technique to differentiate and know the type of mezcal you consume. We keep this session small and private to ensure that your experience is unique, the show sauce is open to tour participants in a welcoming atmosphere and created exclusively to provide this experience in the heart of the city. Solo travelers | couples | companies | groups | everyone enjoys!

This experience organized by @Etnofood and @EspacioMezcal (Instagram) is unique because it is hosted by young members of a social enterprise focused on promoting mezcal culture. The hosts are children, volunteers, or members of the mezcal cooperative, all aiming to foster mezcal culture and encourage the consumption of local products. The experience is truly one-of-a-kind because, as hosts, we want to share the culture of mezcal through an immersive journey of flavors and knowledge, set in a specialized mezcal bar with a curated collection designed to enjoy mezcal as a unique beverage. For more information, visit our website: www.etnofood.org