All Oaxaca Tours & Excursions in 2026

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Oaxaca. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile, and Mezcal For a Day

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

• Monte Alban Guided Half-Day Tour

• AUTHENTIC OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, Eat Like a Local

• Immersion Tour and Oaxaca Markets, All Gastronomy Included

Yes, guided tours in Oaxaca are totally worth it. This sprawling southern state is one of Mexico's top destinations; however, it can be hard to navigate if you speak limited Spanish and don't want to deal with public transportation—guided excursions can remove both of those barriers. Not only can you visit multiple attractions with ease, but you'll also benefit from a guide's local insight.

Per one customer who booked the Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile, and Mezcal For a Day, "This was an amazing experience. Despite the rain, the tour ran very smoothly, and each location had the perfect amount of time. Our guide, Pavel, was very knowledgeable and passionate and made it a great learning experience. We especially appreciated Pavel's detailed and thorough explanations at Mitla, which really enchanted our experience. The buffet lunch was excellent and greatly exceeded our expectations! Our driver, Erick, was great as well!"

Oaxaca tours are available at a range of prices. For bike rentals, prices start from US$20 to around US$40, depending on where you are in the state—expect to pay more on the coast. Combo excursions to destinations like Monte Albán and Hierve el Agua begin around US$90. You can also enjoy multi-day excursions for upward of US$200 per person.

On the lower end of the price range, opt for this Oaxaca Walking Tour. It costs just US$21 per person for a quick-hit introduction to Oaxaca City, which is especially great for first-time visitors, though you might not have much time to stop at each destination. Alternatively, opt for the 5 Hours of Private Sport Fishing In Puerto Escondido trip, which starts from US$540 for a group of up to four people. This excursion includes a full day of fishing plus the chance to cook and eat your catch at the end of the day.

There are lots of options to choose from for Oaxaca excursions, depending on where you are in the state. You can take combo tours to Monte Albán and Hierve el Agua or soak up the capital's food scene on a market tour or during a cooking class. On the coast, take a whale-watching trip, a cruise to spot dolphins, or learn how to surf with a local guide.

You might want to consider a multi-day tour to get a real feel for this destination's diversity, such as this Combo 2-Day Tour, Hierve el Agua Full Day and Monte Alban Full-Day, which takes you to two of Oaxaca's top attractions: Monte Albán and Hierve el Agua. Round-trip transportation is included, and you'll also visit a local artisan workshop and the ruins of Mitla.

You could spend a month or more in Oaxaca seeing the entirety of the state, from the mountainous central region, where you’ll also find the capital Oaxaca City, to the cultural hot spots on the coast and the laid-back surf towns of Puerto Escondido and Huatulco. However, a week is a good starting point: take in the capital’s food scene and then spend a few days relaxing on the beach.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Oaxaca:

• Hierve el Agua

• Monte Albán

• Teotitlán del Valle

• Tule Tree (Arbol del Tule)

• Mitla

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Oaxaca.

There are tons of great trips that let you explore multiple places within Oaxaca. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile, and Mezcal For a Day

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

• Hierve el Agua and Distillery of Mezcal Tour

• Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with Admission Included

• Oaxaca Conmigo Private Tours

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You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Oaxaca. Here are some of the best Oaxaca activities for US$25 and under:

• Oaxaca Walking Tour

• First Day in Oaxaca—Guided Walking Tour

• Electric Bike Rental in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca

• Oaxaca: Beyond the Surface

• Free Tour Oaxaca Essential: History and Tips of a Local Guide

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Oaxaca. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour

• The Real Traditional Oaxaca Culinary Cooking Experience

• Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class

• Paint your Alebrije with the Jimenez Family

• Oaxaca Authentic Mezcal Tasting Experience

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It's no secret that Oaxaca is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile, and Mezcal For a Day

• Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with Admission Included

• Dolphin and Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido

• Full-Day Tour: Hierve el Agua, Teotitlán, Mezcal, El Tule, and Mitla

• 2-Hour Surf Lesson in the Waves of Puerto Escondido

View all of Viator's top outdoor activities in Oaxaca.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Oaxaca:

• Santo Domingo de Guzmán Church (Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán)

• Oaxaca Culture Museum (Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca)

• Benito Juárez Home (Casa de Benito Juárez)

• Tamayo Museum (Museo Tamayo)

• Monte Albán

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Oaxaca has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Puerto Angel Exotic Animal Wildlife Experience

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