Top Oaxaca Cultural Tours - page 3

Discover the magic of Oaxaca on a fascinating tour that combines nature, culture, and gastronomy. Marvel at the monumental Tule Tree, followed by the impressive petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where you can swim in refreshing natural pools. Savor authentic Oaxacan cuisine at a traditional buffet and delve into the art of wool rugs in Teotitlán del Valle. End the tour with a visit to a mezcal house, where you will learn about the process of making this iconic drink. Perfect for culture and nature lovers, this day tour promises an enriching experience. Visit the impressive Tule Tree, famous for its monumental trunk. Admire the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua with time to swim. Enjoy a buffet of Oaxacan food with typical dishes. Learn about the production of wool rugs and artisanal mezcal.

Mexico is home to many fantastic archeological sites, but only two are located on the water. One is Tulum, with its fortress on the Caribbean Sea; the other is on the Pacific Ocean here in Huatulco. Explore the ruins with a local guide who shares history and local insight about the site and region. You’ll also be rewarded with views of the Pacific Ocean from certain positions within the grounds.

The city of Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most diverse cities, brimming with beautiful landscapes, delicious food, and rich culture. Take a half-day tour of this vibrant city and discover what makes it so special. See artifacts from pre-Columbian and colonial eras, admire the architectural beauty of the Macedonio Alcala Theater, and visit a typical market where you can shop for local goods.

Get Ready to Uncover the Secrets of Oaxaca! Join us on an unforgettable historic city tour of Oaxaca, where ancient traditions meet vibrant culture. Our expert guide will take you on a fascinating journey through the city's most iconic landmarks, and off-the-beaten-path destinations. As a private tour, you'll enjoy personalized attention and flexibility, ensuring a unique and memorable experience. Explore the majestic Oaxaca Cathedral, the stunning Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad, and the historic Museo Casa Juárez, wander through the charming streets of the city's historic center, taking in the colorful markets, quaint shops, and lively street performers. Our tours are designed to be fun, informative, and affordable. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the magic of Oaxaca, without breaking the bank. Our expert guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for the city, ensuring a unique and personalized experience.

Discover Oaxaca by bike with a limited group of 6 riders and professional guides, the most emblematic places in Oaxaca City making strategic stops to learn about its history and cultural importance while enjoying from a good morning or sunset ride.

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.

We offer a deep insight into the archeology, nature and living culture of Oaxaca. Through the wonderful ancestral architecture in Mitla, the interaction with Zapotec weavers in Teotitlán del Valle and producers of true artisanal mezcal. Our groups are small to guarantee personalized attention by professional tour guides with long experience, knowledge and passion for Oaxaca.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this tour visits four attractions outside of Oaxaca de Juárez, in a full day of sightseeing. After morning pickup, head to the Monte Albán archaeological zone—one of the most significant archeological sites in the Oaxaca Valley. After spending roughly two hours exploring the site, visit Cuilapan de Guerrero, Arrazola, and San Bartolo Coyotepec, where artisans create elaborate objects from black clay.

This rare opportunity offers you the scoop on the current contemporary art market in Oaxaca. Along the way, they will inspire curiosity, encourage questions, and invite dialogue. Normally we will visit 2 workshops of Oaxacan artists with that unique and unmistakable artistic essence, from modern paintings and photographs to sculptures. Enjoy this tour where we will visit each of the spaces where we will appreciate a large part of the work and breathe the magic that surrounds each of these cultural venues. Each of the artists that we have contemplated on our tour is part of a new generation that is marking a strong influence on contemporary plastic arts. This coexistence talk with the artists will allow us to know their feelings and emotions of what their art tries to transmit in the live voice of its creators. It is the perfect opportunity if you are looking to acquire a piece of art for your space.

This tour offers a complete experience in the world capital of mezcal. In addition to air-conditioned transportation from Oaxaca, travelers explore Matatlán in a mobile barrel, a local vehicle that allows them to visit agave fields and a traditional pulquería (pulque bar). During the tour, a local host explains the pulque and mezcal production process in clear and accessible English. Two family-run palenques (distilleries) are visited, with guided tastings and a mezcal cocktail—no purchases required. The tour includes pickup, organized logistics, and a safe approach to enjoying mezcal without having to drive.

Dive into the heart of Mezcal production in Oaxaca, Mexico, on this immersive tour in a Zaptoec village. Experience the ancient art of crafting this traditional drink from agave, guided by local artisans. Begin with a traditional Zapotec breakfast and explore an artisanal mezcaleria. Then, enjoy a lunch complemented by the mezcal's rich flavors.

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

On our tour you will have enough time to enjoy 4 of the must-see attractions in Oaxaca. As a first stop you will visit the great Tule tree, you can take photos and enjoy what the Oaxacan nature is capable of, the second spot is a traditional carpet workshop in Teotitlán del Valle, this precinct has access only by invitation, here you can learn about the dyeing and weaving process to make a beautiful carpet. Our third destination is the incredible Hierve el Agua, here you can enjoy the Oaxacan nature, petrified waterfalls, natural pools and an optional hiking. We will pause in a buffet restaurant before our mezcal tasting in a beautiful distillery in Mezcal where you will not only learn about the process of mezcal, you can also taste different types of mezcal and observe interesting species of maguey. See you soon!

In this tour you get to sample one of the best organic coffee in Mexico. Keep in mind that we are competing againts one of the best coffee in the world.

Spend a full day with my family in a Zapotec village near Oaxaca and experience real life in our community. This is not a conventional tour, but a genuine cultural experience where you will be welcomed into our home and daily life. Throughout the day, you will enjoy homemade traditional food, learn how to prepare chocolate using ancestral techniques, visit local artisans, and explore the village and its surroundings. We will share with you our culture, traditions, and way of life as it is lived today in our community. Mezcal is also part of our culture, and we will visit a small artisanal distillery to learn about its traditional process. My family and I love sharing our culture in a natural and personal way, creating meaningful and unforgettable experiences for our visitors.

Combine nature and culture and learn all about Oaxaca's world-class gourmet coffee on this guided tour from Huatulco. In the company of a biologist guide, learn about the biodiversity of Huatulco and how its coffee is produced. You'll meet the locals who plant, grow, pick, and roast the coffee and enjoy incredible Sierra Madre landscapes.

Discover Oaxaca's rich, cultural history on a day trip to several nearby towns. Join a small group and visit the Mitla archaeological site and the town of Tlacolula to learn about the ancient Zapotecs. Then, it's on to the artisan village of Teotilan del Valle before concluding at a mezcal distillery to sample the drink and learn about the manufacturing process.

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.

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.

We will pick them up at the hotel where they are staying in Oaxaca, to start our tour. First stop in Monte Albán is the great urban center built by the Zapotec culture. It is the most important archaeological zone in the State of Oaxaca. It is part of the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Second stop to San Antonio Arrazola is a town of artisans, famous for its fantastically carved and painted Copal wooden figures, which are displayed and sold as "Alebrijes". Third stop Cuilapam de Guerrero, former Dominican monastery from the 16th century. Where the Open Chapel stands out. Here General Vicente Guerrero was shot. Finally, we will visit San Bartolo Coyotepec, known worldwide for the famous black clay.

On a cliff overlooking the ocean, the lost city of Copalita—today the Bocana del Rio Copalita Eco-Archaeological Park—marks the only ruins yet found on the Oaxaca coast. Dating back to 500 BC, the city’s origins still aren’t fully understood. On this tour, you’ll travel back in time to the ancient ruins, visit the town of Crucecita, taste Oaxacan dishes, and more.

This Huatulco Day of the Dead Experience is a great pick for those looking to learn about the importance and tradition of Day of the Dead in Mexican culture, while visiting the country. A guide explains the day and its traditions to you as you visit a cemetery in Santa Maria Huatulco. Plus, you can also leave flowers for someone who may have been forgotten over time with provided flowers.

Experience Oaxaca’s amazing nature and culture on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, relax in the picturesque pools of Hierve El Agua, explore the ancient Zapotec “Place of the Dead,” Mitla, marvel at a 2,000-year-old, 130-foot (40-meter) tall cypress tree, marvel at the wool rug artisans of Teotitlán del Valle, and sip delicious mezcal at a local distillery.

Uncover the captivating history and culture of Oaxaca on walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks, including the stunning Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and the bustling Zocalo. Your knowledgeable guide will highlight the region's rich blend of ancient civilizations and European influences, ensuring a deeper understanding of Oaxaca's unique heritage. This tour is ideal for those seeking a experience in a small group setting. The tour is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility. - Duration: 2-hour guided walking tour - Visit major sites like Teatro Macedonio Alcalá and Templo de Santo Domingo - Accessible for people with reduced mobility - Flexible scheduling with easy communication