Top Oaxaca Arts & Design

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.

The ancient Zapotec city and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Monte Alban sits about 6 miles (9.6 kilometers) west of Oaxaca. With this tour, explore the hilltop archaeological site with a guide and enjoy views overlooking the Oaxaca Valley. That leaves enough time to visit the artisan towns of Arrazola, Cuilapam de Guerrero, and San Bartolo Coyotepec. Plus, round-trip transportation from your hotel in downtown Oaxaca is included.

Hierve el Agua is a stunning natural phenomenon located in the mountains outside Oaxaca’s Central Valleys. A petrified waterfall with spectacular views across the Sierra, the uniqueness of this place will blow you away. Imagine pools of water that are formed by natural springs from within the mountain, located on a natural shelf overlooking the valley below... Hierve el Agua is almost like a landscape from another planet. You can either select the full day Guided trip to Hierve el Agua, Teotitlan del Valle, Yagul & Tree of Tule, including a delicious lunch, or if you prefer a shorter trip, you can select the Express tour to just visit Hierve el Agua.

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.

This small-group tour takes you into Oaxaca’s vibrant art scene, and keeps costs down by sharing your guide, too. You will easily meet your guide and group at the designated spot, then stroll through the different neighborhoods checking out the art, some art workshops, and much more than you’d be able to spot on your own.

Uno Mas Party Crawl is the only party tour in Puerto Escondido, ideal for solo, couple or group travel. You will meet people from all over the world on a bilingual tour that mixes Mexicans and foreigners. We start with a 50-minute open bar with tequila, mezcal, vodka and rum, accompanied by dynamic activities or karaoke to break the ice. Then we visit several walking locations: bars, pool parties or clubs in Zicatela, with promotions and VIP access without cover. Each stop lasts about an hour. We close the night dancing, singing and creating unforgettable memories with new friends.

This tour unites two artisanal treasures of the Central Valleys: Ocotlán, famous for its square day and its pottery tradition, and San Antonino Castillo Velasco, the “Land of Flowers”, renowned for its embroidery and the Immortal Flower. The narrative guides the traveler from the daily life of the market to the intimate encounter with workshops and producers, closing with a look at the fields where the colors are born that later become art.

Start your tour at the Oaxaca Museum of Cultures, where you will learn about the pre-Hispanic and colonial legacy that has shaped the region’s identity. Continue along the Zocalo, the vibrant heart of the city, surrounded by historic architecture, music and local life. Then, go to the traditional markets Benito Juárez and 20 de Noviembre, where the colors, aromas and flavors. An authentic and close experience that will connect you to the essence of this incredible city. Reserve your place and be surprised!

The opportunity to visit artisans at their homes and see crafts as Textiles, black pottery and wood carvings in a real life work day creating the most carefully designs all by hand preserving the millenary heritage and techniques avoiding massive production other Benefits of private tours are : - Possible to customize your tours - Direct pickup and drop-off - Comfortable sedans, SUVs, and vans - Ideal for families and couples ands groups. - Friendly, English-speaking service - Local knowledge of routes workshops, quality and variety of crafts

Be happy in Teotitlan del Valle, a Zapotec town full of history, art, tradition and unique flavors. Be part of the history by visiting and getting to know Teotitlan del Valle. In this experience you will connect with the community and artisan hands in an experience designed for your soul and heart where the local, Zapotec culture and language and worldview are respected.

Experience Oaxacas rich culture, history and natural beauty in one unforgettable private day. Explore the ancient city of monte Albán, discover the traditional textile heritage of Teotitlan del Valle, and admire the spectacular landscapes of Hierve el Agua. with private transportation and a knowlegeable guide, you'll enjoy a comfortable and personalized experience at your own pace.

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.

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.

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.

We begin with visits to families producing Pottery of the many varieties of color the region produces, where you will gain an insight not only into the raw ingredients and techniques used, but also the different motivations that inspire this work and the demand from the markets that shape their production. Then, you are in for a true feast for the senses, the Alebrijes studio that inspired worldwide exhibitions and the creators of the Disney movie ‘Coco’. We will be guided through each stage of production, beginning with sourcing the timber & pigments from nature, to the intricate painting of the finished sculpture. Lunch is a delight, with a magnificent spread of local cuisine on offer and cooked to perfection. After which we proceed to the distillery of one of Oaxaca’s pioneering producers of Mezcal. Not only does it stand out for the quality of liquor that is produced, the whole production is based around an organic and sustainable production method.

Return to the Vicente family workshop, which becomes your home base for a low-key day of learning about and exploring the unique customs and craft of Tomas’s Zapotec village. Visit the open air market, then in the afternoon explore the streets, local cathedral, community museums and other weaving workshops on your own or with a guide, as you wish.

•Guaranteed safety – We always travel with a driver and guide on each tour, so your experience is comfortable and protected. • First Aid Certification – we are prepared to respond to any emergency, because your wellbeing is our priority. We are local: we were born and live in Oaxaca, we know every corner and we share with you authentic stories that you will not find in generic guides. • We comply with all tourism standards: we are certified and aligned with official regulations, offering a transparent and reliable service. Unique and human experiences: you will live directly with artisan families, cooks and artists, supporting the local economy and taking authentic memories. Booking with us means choosing a safe, professional, deeply human tour. You don’t just visit Oaxaca – you live it, feel it and support it. With Guide Oaxaca, every experience is a bridge between travelers and communities, between culture and emotion.

It is the first and only experience in Oaxaca dedicated to Female Empowerment, where the local economy of more than 20 native families is supported. Our goal is to give visibility to Oaxacan Women who do not abandon their dreams. We visit small, non-touristy workshops, but with great quality in their crafts.

Book this tour to learn about some of the handicrafts that Oaxacans are known for, carefully made in villages outside of the big town. Your transport from Oacaca is provided, so you don’t need to organize that separately. Visit three different villages, Monte Alban, San Martin Tilcajete, and San Bartolo.

Embark on a fascinating tour of Santo Domingo Xagacía, where tradition and nature intertwine in a unique journey. Discover the ancestral process of obtaining the ixtle, the natural fiber that is extracted from the maguey and that gives life to beautiful hammocks, woven by hand by talented local artisans. Immerse yourself in sericulture, learning about silkworm breeding, an art that has endured over time and remains a source of pride for the community. He knows the importance of maguey cultivation, not only for its multiple uses, but also as an economic and cultural livelihood for families in the region. This tour is a perfect opportunity to connect with the rich heritage of Oaxaca, appreciate the skill of artisans and take a little bit of their culture with you. We wait for you to live this unforgettable experience!

Receive personalized attention on this private full-day tour of Hierve el Agua and Teotitlan del Valle. After being met at your hotel you'll be taken to Hierve el Agua to enjoy three hours of hiking, swimming, and admiring the views of the petrified waterfalls. After, enjoy a mezcal pick-me-up at a distillery, then head to the markets of Teotitlan del Valle, where you can learn about (and buy) traditional handicrafts.

Learn about the amazing process of making wool mats dyed with natural dyes, made by a Zapotec family, plus enjoy a pleasant lunch in a traditional smoke kitchen, this experience will be full of art, traditions and a great memory for travelers.