Top Oaxaca Art & Culture

Monte Albán is an archaeological site in Oaxaca and this half-day guided tour is the perfect way to learn more about its history, the ruins and the first inhabitants. Close the travel guide and enjoy a guided adventure with commentary throughout the tour. To save time, the tour travels between sights in an air-conditioned vehicle, so you can cover much more ground than on a walking tour.

Experience the best of Oaxaca in one unforgettable day with Zapotecos Tours. Be amazed by the majestic Tule Tree, the ancient Montezuma cypress with the widest trunk in the world, and spend 3 hours at Hierve el Agua exploring its stunning petrified waterfalls and refreshing yourself in its natural mineral pools. Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring local flavors and vegan options, then dive into the history of Mitla with a certified bilingual guide. Discover the rich textile traditions of Teotitlán del Valle, where artisans create wool rugs using natural dyes and ancestral techniques. To complete your experience, explore the world of mezcal with a visit to a traditional distillery, where you’ll learn about its artisanal production process and enjoy a guided tasting. Everything is included so you can experience Oaxaca with comfort, culture, nature, and flavor—all in one incredible tour.

Join us for an unforgettable Street Art Tour in Oaxaca with a local artist and explore the city's most iconic murals and street art. This guided tour will lead you through Oaxaca's vibrant streets, showcasing stunning artworks that tell the story of the city’s cultural and artistic heritage. Learn about the distinctive techniques and historical context of Oaxacan street art, and capture memorable photos with your favorite pieces. Be prepared forn engaging and informative walk through Oaxaca’s artistic landscape!

The tour is within the City of Oaxaca, highlighting emblematic, artistic and historical places, learning more about the social importance that surrounds this place developed under pre-Hispanic and contemporary cultures, covering more space in less time while we ride the bicycle, experiencing the city of Oaxaca in a fun and friendly way, with a little exercise that will be good for our health! It is an excellent way to get to know the City, combining physical exercise and fun during the morning or afternoon, without a doubt we try to increase the use of bicycles in this city to have a healthy lifestyle while having fun, socializing and getting to know places only ones where we cannot regularly see with the car. You will be guided by a local guide with realistic perspectives on art, history and the environment. Let's enjoy the tour! ...I give you the bikes, helmets, guide and assistance along the way!

You are invited into a Zapotec family home where weaving is part of everyday life. At Casa de los Angeles, this experience is a personal cultural exchange guided by a native artisan who carries forward traditions learned from his elders. This is not a staged demonstration, but a living practice rooted in community, identity, and ancestral knowledge. You will learn about natural fibers, cochineal, and plant-based dyes prepared using traditional techniques. Working on a traditional loom, you will experience the rhythm and symbolism woven into each textile while creating your own small piece. The experience concludes with a homemade meal prepared with local ingredients — an opportunity to share stories, conversation, and a deeper understanding of Zapotec culture in an intimate and respectful setting.

Travelers, we invite you to live a unique and unforgettable experience in Latin America! Join our special workshop where you can print a work of art alongside a talented local artist whose approach to agri-food is the first of its kind in the region. This activity will allow them not only to explore their creativity, but also to immerse themselves in an artistic initiative that transcends borders. In 2024, all the works in print will become a collective experience to share the vision and art of travelers like you with the whole world. Reserve your spot now and be a part of this extraordinary fusion of art and sustainability! Do not miss this unique opportunity to leave your artistic mark in Latin America!

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.

Take the hassle out of your arrival in or departure from Huatulco with this handy private airport transfer. Instead of wasting time lining up for taxis you can pick up your bags and head straight to your private shuttle, available at any time of day or night. One-way or return-trip transfers can be arranged to suit your needs.

Hola! I’m Alvaro, and together we’ll embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of mezcal. Our adventure begins as we head to my picturesque hometown of Mitla, surrounded by beautiful mountains and endless agave fields. For my family and me, mezcal is more than just a drink — it’s part of our identity, our culture, and our way of life. Driven by my passion to share our Zapotec traditions, we’ll walk through the agave fields, learning how each variety contributes to the unique flavors and aromas of mezcal. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking landscapes, capture incredible photos, and share plenty of laughs. Next, we’ll visit my family’s artisanal distillery, where I’ll guide you through every step of the traditional production process — from roasting the agave in an underground stone oven to the final distillation. You’ll feel the dedication and love that goes into every drop. We’ll finish our experience with a tasting of different mezcal varieties, paired with a delicious, authentic Oaxacan meal prepared with local ingredients. Throughout the tour, I’ll be by your side, making sure you feel at home. My goal is to make your journey into the world of mezcal not just a tour — but a memory you’ll cherish forever.

This tour stands out for offering a complete and authentic Oaxaca experience in a single day with a certified guide that accompanies them. Combine the visit to Monte Albán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with unique cultural experiences such as black mud and alebirjes, where you will get up close and personal with their artisanal processes. In addition, you will enjoy well-organized times, personalized attention and an experience that integrates history, culture and gastronomy in a comfortable and unhurried way.

Learn about Mexican culture and arts while having fun and expressing your creativing with this activity. You'll visit the village of Arrazola and meet a family of artisans who have been making alebrije folk art sculptures for decades. Learn about the carving and painting process, then get the chance to paint your own animal figurine. Keep your creation as a souvenir to remember your time in Mexico.

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.

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the incredible archaeological site of Monte Albán with our team! We have certified guides dedicated to providing you with the best experience on every tour, ensuring your visit is truly unforgettable. With us, there’s no rush—we carefully plan the timing so you can enjoy every moment at a comfortable pace. We offer an experience that stands out for its excellent value for money, making every moment truly worthwhile.

We will get to know an important part of Oaxaca, its culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 6 special places. We visit the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where we have 2 hours of free time. We visit the beautiful archaeological zone of Mitla where we will take a tour of 40 minutes to 1 hour with a certified guide. We eat in a buffet restaurant with traditional local food. We visit Teotitlán del Valle where we will see the house - workshop of a wool rug artisan. We visit a factory, outlet or palenque of mezcal to have a tasting of this traditional alcoholic beverage of the state. We visit the famous tule tree located in Santa María el Tule, recognized among other things for its thickness or width and years of life.

Come with me, an art historian, to explore the Urban Mythology and Colonial Art in Oaxaca’s Historic Center. Guided by a compass that doesn’t point north, but to the past, and a vintage map marked with legends, symbols, and colonial architecture, we’ll begin an exploration through the city’s founding neighborhoods. Along the way, you’ll discover secrets carved into temples and haunted alleyways, following the traces left behind by those who lived in Oaxaca centuries ago. A unique experience for explorers of the invisible. By the end of the tour you will have mapped the city in a historical way, eaten an ice cream and learned some new ways to taste mezcal.

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.

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!

Bursting with culture and cuisine, Oaxaca is a Mexican city you’ll want to make the most of. This private and personalized tour helps you maximize your time by focusing on attractions that interest you—whether colorful street art in Jalatlaco and Xochimilco or street food stalls in Oaxaca’s markets. Flexible durations and hotel pickup add convenience to your authentic exploration.

Engraving in Oaxaca is a very popular artistic technique, which is characterized by its incursion into street art. In our workshop you will learn the basic skills for creating an engraving piece in a simple way and without prior experience. We will guide you throughout the entire process, giving you advice so that your result is good and so that you have a good time. Likewise, if you are already an artist you can experiment in the style of local artists. You can also learn about the historical and sociocultural context that influences the development of this artistic practice in Oaxaca and Mexico.

Private tour with all admissions and activities included. We are the only ones with new vehicles and certified guides to get you to know Monte Albán and Boerve water in one day. We also added a tasting of mezcal and the Teotitlan textile from the valley that are the most important we have in Oaxaca. Monte Alban is a magical place full of history, which you can listen to through our tour guide. Access included $210 Mx Boil the natural attractive water, place where you can take the time to swim or walk to reach the petrified waterfalls of 35 meters high. Access included $70 Mx Mezcal typical drink that is currently considered one of the most important alcoholic beverages in the world, You will have the opportunity to know its process and tasting with more than 10 types of agaves endemic to Oaxaca. Teotitlán del Valle preserves the tradition of its textiles with its natural dyes. We will stop for lunch (Does not include food)

(we include a hiking) Enjoy the natural pools and be amazed by the height of the waterfalls. Embark on an excursion where you will visit only Hierve el Agua, a set of two waterfalls that have been petrifying for millions of years due to the calcium carbonate mineral solution in the water. The tour goes directly to Hierve el Agua as the only stop. We will stay at the site for 3 hours to allow ample time to enjoy the natural wonders of Hierve el Agua at a leisurely pace. Learn about the history of Hierve el Agua, a set of petrified waterfalls distinguished by their white color and their height of over 200 meters. BRING CASH, $70 pesos entrance fee and at least $200 pesos to buy snacks; they do not accept cards. Remember to have breakfast beforehand, or bring a boxed lunch since we will not be making any stops. You can buy food inside.

Explore Huatulco city with a knowledgeable guide on a tour designed to cover the highlights, from traditional Oaxacan foods to handicrafts, landmarks, and locally distilled mezcal spirits. It’s the perfect way to get a first taste of the city, or to get your bearings before exploring on your own. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Bahias de Huatulco by climate-controlled vehicle ensures a comfortable excursion.

In an hour and 15 minutes we will explore the market that is only possible to visit on Mondays. Blocks and blocks of products, toys, clothing, shoes, fruits, vegetables, artisanal remedies, animals and more is what we will see and live the experience of a real Mexican market. Practice your Spanish while you do some shopping. Delight yourself walking through the streets of the Pochutla market, the smells, sounds and all the products you will see will transport you to the real Mexico. Don't let them tell you about this experience, live it! Visit the town of Pochutla