Mitla Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Mitla in 2025?

Visiting Mitla currently costs 100 Mexican pesos per person. Tours that combine the ancient burial site with a mezcal distillery, a textiles warehouse, and the petrified Hierve el Agua waterfall typically cost from US$44, while private tours that let you tailor your itinerary start at US$289.

Q: What is Mitla known for?

One of Oaxaca’s most important archaeological sites, the Mesoamerican ruins of Mitla are famous for their mosaics and distinctive geometric patterns. Mitla means “Place of the Dead” in Nahuatl, an Indigenous Aztec-origin language, and the complex was used as a Zapotec burial site. Today, you can still see tombs and ceremonial buildings.

Q: What is the best month to visit Mitla?

The best time to visit Oaxaca is during the dry season from November to April. Clear, sunny days make for ideal conditions for visiting open-air archaeological sites like Mitla. However, expect crowds and higher prices then. The rainy season is hotter and muggier, but days still often remain dry.

Q: Is visiting Mitla worth it?

Yes, visiting Mitla is worth it. This was an important spiritual site for the Indigenous Zapotec and the Mixtecs, so it has an important place in Mexico’s heritage. Whether you’re an archaeology buff or a history enthusiast, there’s a lot here to see. Plus, it’s close to Oaxaca City, so it's an easy day trip.

Q: Can you go to Mitla on your own?

Yes, you can go to Mitla on your own. The site is located only an hour’s drive from Oaxaca City. Solo travelers can arrive via private vehicle, taxi, or even collectivo (shared taxi), the budget-friendly choice. But the easiest option is joining a tour, as you’ll also get context on the ruins.

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Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Oaxaca’s top sights are spread out, and travelers without their own transportation often find themselves confined to the city. On this full-day tour, check off the highlights with ease without stressing over logistics, including the ancient Tule tree, a rug-weaving workshop, Mitla Archaeological Site, the waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, and even a mezcal distillery—with a free tasting included.

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Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Mitla Half Day Guided Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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We will move to your hotel or airbnb if you are in the city center area, in any case if you are far away the meeting point are our offices. When you board the unit you will start enjoying the professional attentions of the Turisteando agency in Oaxaca. You will have trained guides with tour information, you will know the most emblematic places of Oaxaca, you will also taste typical Oaxaca food as its traditions and customs. You will visit more than 3 villages in one day.

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Hierve el Agua,Arbol Del Tule,Mitla,Mezcal and Teotitlan del valle

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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We are 100% Oaxacan and take you on a tour to meet and explore Oaxaca in one day, we will have a tour full of culture, history, art and gastronomy. We will visit 6 special places: The millennial tree of the Tule in Santa Maria el Tule. - The petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua. - The archaeological area of Mitla, we tour the place with a certified guide. - A buffet restaurant with traditional local food. -A factory of artisan mezcal. - The house of a craftsman of wool mats in Teotitlan del Valle.

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Tour Ruta Hierve el Agua, Tule, Mitla, Teotitlan and Mezcal

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Hierve el Agua and Mitla Mezcal Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Venture beyond Oaxaca city to see nature, history, and culture on a full-day, small-group tour of Hierve el Agua, Mitla, a weaving and mezcal-making village, and the ancient Tule Tree. By visiting Hierve el Agua first thing, this tour makes the most of uncrowded morning hours—and leaves plenty of time for discovering ancient ruins, an included lunch of Oaxacan cuisine, and visits to a weaving workshop and mezcal factory.

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Hierve el Agua Guided Full Day Tour in Oaxaca

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

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Tule, Mitla & Hierve el Agua Full-Day Tour with Certified Guide

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

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full day tour : Hierve el Agua, Teotitlan, Mezcal, el tule and Mitla

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Oaxaca is best lived without haste. Respect for your time differs: enjoy a quiet morning swimming in the pools of Hierve el Agua, 2,000 meters high, before the crowds arrive. Our passion is authenticity. In Mitla, an expert guide will reveal the sacred code of their original Greeks. In Teotitlán, we enter the home of master craftsmen to listen to their language, Zapotec, as they transform wool with millennial techniques. The logistics are impeccable: premium transport, punctuality and a flexible itinerary. We crown the day with a traditional cuisine banquet and a tasting of artisanal mezcal to know the soul of the agave sprat. Don’t reserve a seat on a bus, live a real connection to Oaxaca designed just for you.

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Private Tour Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Teotitlan del Valle and Mezcal

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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This is not a traditional tour, it is a completely personalized experience designed around you. Instead of following a fixed itinerary, you will have the freedom to choose the places that most interest you: from archaeological areas and traditional villages to artisan workshops and natural wonders. What really makes this experience unique is the guide behind it. The main attractions of Oaxaca are distributed in different valleys, so not all can be combined in a single day without sacrificing the quality of the tour. Our team is in charge of designing the best route according to your interests, ensuring a well organized and unhurried experience. Designed for private groups, this tour offers flexibility, comfort and a much more authentic way to discover Oaxaca. More than a tour, it’s having a local expert design your perfect day.

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Private custom Oaxaca tour – Design your perfect day

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Experience the culture, history, and traditions of Oaxaca on a private sightseeing tour of the area designed for travelers who want a meaningful local connection. Enjoy a curated itinerary that blends archeological wonders, artisan workshops, vibrant markets, family artisan workshops, and the region’s most iconic landscapes. Explore at your own pace, discover the stories behind Oaxaca’s heritage, and enjoy a personalized experience with a passionate guide.

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Oaxaca Conmigo Private Tours

3 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Oaxaca’s top sights are dispersed outside the city, and are tough to check off in limited time—especially without your own transportation. ideal for time-pressed travelers, this attraction-packed full-day tour takes in highlights such as Mitla Archaeological Zone, the millennia-old Tule tree, Hievre el Agua petrified waterfalls, and more, capped off by a tasting of traditional mezcal.

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Hierve el Agua,Mitla,Tule ,Mezcal and more

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Five iconic stops, one unforgettable day. This tour takes you through the heart of Oaxaca's Central Valleys — from the breathtaking petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua and the ancient Zapotec mosaics of Mitla, to a working mezcal distillery where you'll taste Mexico's most celebrated spirit straight from the source. Add in a wool rug workshop in Teotitlan del Valle and a 2,000 - year-old tree, and you have the single best day you can spend outside Oaxaca City. Led by a SECTUR-certified bilingual guide, with comfortable transport and hotel pickup included.

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Mezcal, Hierve el Agua & Mitla Full-Day Tour with Certified Guide

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Walk among Mitla, a Mixtec-Zapotec ruin noted for the well-preserved, detailed geometric masonry. Learn first-hand why the name Mitla comes from the Nahuatl word Mictlan - the place of the underworld. Mitla, an ancient ceremonial center, includes two cross-shaped tombs, a promenade of strong stone columns, and an elevated suite of ornate rooms once occupied by the Zapotec high priest for you to learn about and explore. On your way out, take in a beautiful cactus garden growing in the archaeological park. At the gates of the ruins, shop at the local craft market hosting folk art goods.

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Mitla Archeological Site Skip-the-Line Ticket

1 to 4 minutesFree Cancellation

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Start your adventure from your hotel or Airbnb in Oaxaca. We travel by van to Mitla, where the bike tour begins. Pedal between agave fields towards the village of Xaagá, as you discover rural life: peasants working the land, adobe craftsmen and looms, and an old forgotten hacienda. Continue to the prehistoric caves of Mitla. There we left the bikes and started a 2-hour hike on mountain trails until we reached impressive rock art shows, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, we decided as a group whether to continue cycling or transport to the archaeological site of Mitla. Explore this best preserved archaeological site in Mexico, with a certified bilingual guide, admiring its famous stone mosaics and ceremonial architecture. We close the experience with a comfortable return to Oaxaca, closing an unforgettable day full of adventure, history and unique landscapes.

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Explore Mitla by Bike. Archaeology, Caves and Rock Art

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Un inolvidable viaje de un día entero por una ruta única en el mundo, directo al corazón de Oaxaca, diseñada para sumergirte en su rica historia, su vibrante cultura y su impresionante belleza natural. Creemos en una experiencia transparente, auténtica y “sin sorpresas” con grupos pequeños (máximo 13 personas) para garantizar que pueda hablar con los artesanos y escuchar al guía. Esto no es solo un viaje turístico, es una experiencia única llena de cultura, naturaleza y tradición oaxaqueña acompañada por los verdaderos expertos.

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Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua, Tule, Mitla & Mezcal Full-Day Tour.

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Car and Driver Authentic Oaxaca Tour with Master Artisans

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Driving four-wheelers (ATVs) is much more than a ride – it’s an outdoor adventure that frees you from stress and connects you directly to nature. We start in the heart of Mitla’s historic center and we tour the village on wheels, passing through key points while sharing curious facts and local stories. The excitement rises as we head towards one of the largest mountains surrounding Mitla, a unique place where we drive towards prehistoric caves. With a little luck, we can see owls, eagles, hawks, horses, bulls and more. Along the way you will find amazing spots for Instagram-worthy photos ✨ Photos, adrenaline and pure adventure await you. Ready to live Mitla in a different way? Book now and join the experience.

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ATV/Quad Adventure on the Mountain + Prehistoric Caves

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Wanderlust Oaxaca adapts to the needs and interests of each person ensuring a unique and personalized experience. The flexibility and convenience of private tours allow customers to choose their own schedule and pace, giving them the freedom to enjoy the experience without haste. As local guides we have connections with the local community and offer access to places and experiences that are not available to ordinary tourists.

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Private tour Mitla, Weavers town, Mezcal and Hierve el Agua

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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What makes this experience special is that it is a completely private tour designed to be enjoyed without hurry. Unlike other tours with too many stops and limited times, this tour visits few carefully selected places so you can live each experience more authentically, relaxed and comfortable. The adventure begins in Hierve el Agua, where we will hike to the foot of the petrified waterfalls and then you will have free time to swim or enjoy the landscape. Later we will visit the archaeological area of Mitla with a certified guide who will explain the history and culture of Zapoteca. We will also stop to enjoy Oaxacan cuisine and finish in Teotitlán del Valle, where you will know the artisan process of making wool mats.

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Private Tour to Hierve el Agua, Mitla & Teotitlan del Valle

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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You only have one day to get to know Oaxaca? A group of tourist guides dedicated to providing the best service in transportation and cultural experiences. Get to know the culture, traditions and customs, visit two of the most important archaeological sites of Oaxaca the first is Monte Albán the most important ceremonial center of Zapotec culture and Mitla : the city of the dead. It also includes the most representative crafts, the alebrijes and its textiles of Teotitlán del Valle and finally the most important alcoholic beverage that we have in Oaxaca which is artisan mezcal.

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Private Tour: Mitla, Monte Alban, Alebrijes, Teotitlan and Mezcal

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ideal for first-time visitors to Oaxaca, this combination 2-day tour offers a comprehensive look at the region and its most popular attractions. Visit the archaeological site of Monte Albán, the Cuilapam Convent, and San Bartolo Coyotepec to see black clay pottery. On the second day, admire "El Arbol del Tule" and the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua and explore Teotitlan del Valle, which is known for its colorful weavings.

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Combo two-day tours, Hierve el Agua Full day and Monte Alban full day

2 daysFree Cancellation

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Private Family Tour visitng Mitla, Mezcal Factory, HIerve el Agua

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Rebecca_B, Oct 2026

Amazing time

An amazing all encompassing experience! If you have limited time in Oaxaca, or if you’re there for a few days, you have to do this tour. It has a little bit of everything for everyone, and seeing the Mitla archaeological site was super cool. The pools at hierve del agua were a bit cool in October but still manageable. Kevin was also a really great tour guide. 10/10 would recommend!

Tule, Mitla & Hierve el Agua Full-Day Tour with Certified Guide

Idalia_S, Jul 2026

Great Tour!

Ede was a great guide she was very informative and passionate about the history of each place! We enjoyed her presence and she assisted with pictures !! Luis our driver was punctual ! We enjoyed our tour to hieve el agua, mitla, mezcal, artesanal rugs, and el tule ! Definitely would do a tour with Enjoy Oaxaca again!

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Peter_B, Oct 2026

We traveled around 20% of...

We traveled around 20% of Oaxaca and had a wonderful time seeing the sights with Kevin and Angel! We fortunately saw the tule tree during a festival in which we got to touch the tree, which was cool. Definitely recommend the tour!! The buffet was good too!

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Chris_C, Oct 2026

Wonderful way to see so...

Wonderful way to see so much of outside of Oaxaca! Each part of the tour had a very knowledgeable tour guide that brought new energy to the tour group. Mitla and Hierve el Agua are very special places and should not be missed on a visit to Oaxaca.

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Arun_V, Oct 2026

If I could give this 6/5 I would! Kevin's amazing

This is an example of how a tour should be run - everything happened as described, on time and clearly explained along the way. Kevin made sure the group bonded as one cohesive unit we had a great time and the little surprises and touches Kevin layered on throughout the day was Great! Book this if you want to go to these Oaxacan sites!

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

Timothy_F, Sep 2026

Andrea is an exceptional...

Andrea is an exceptional guide! We had such a wonderful time with her and the fellow members of our group. She is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and kind. We had a little rain during our trip and she adjusted perfectly! We especially enjoyed our time at the mezcal distillery afterwards!

Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour

LaKeisha_J, Sep 2026

Good times

This was a great experience.Adriel and David were a great team. I also enjoyed all the learning and I’m pretty sure at the distillery, the cat was the star of the show. One suggestion, because it was difficult to find where we were meeting… the name of the tour company along with the address could help people find the meeting place easier especially us who are español challenged. Todo… We Loved it! Everything was great!!! Thank you!!!

Mitla

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Know before you go

Mitla is a must for history buffs and those interested in Mexico’s ancient history.
There is an admission fee.
Plan about an hour to explore the archaeological site. It’s also worth visiting the town of San Pablo Villa de Mitla, where highlights include the San Pablo Church and a handicrafts market.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking over uneven grounds, and bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water, since there is little shade at the ruins.
Some parts of the site are accessible for travelers using wheelchairs and strollers.

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