Oaxaca City Walking Tour - Markets, Textile museum & Lunch
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About This Tour in Oaxaca City
Why Visit Oaxaca City?
Oaxaca City, Mexico offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Oaxaca City provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Oaxaca City
You can reach Oaxaca City, Mexico by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- 7 hours option
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
The tourThe meeting point for our Oaxaca City tour is in front of Café Bien Oaxaca. We do not pick up clients in front of their hotel.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
The tour will begin in the main square... 3 hours
The tour will begin in the main square or Zocalo, exploring the modern foundations of the city, the cathedral and its colonial past. From here we will move onto the markets before they get too busy. An integral part of life in Mexico, we will explore both the Benito Juarez food market and the Mercado 20 de Noviembre craft market, where you can find all manner of produce and wares. We will sample some typical food & drinks, have a look at how chocolate is made, visit a Mezcal superstore, checkout the world famous ‘pasillo de humo’ (corridor of smoke) as well as help you understand the layout of the markets for future reference and shopping. Believe us, you can get lost among the plethora of textiles, leather goods, shoemakers, ceramics, fried crickets & foodstalls! A tour of the market is a must on any trip to Mexico for both the local insight and tips on where to eat & acquire interesting local crafts & souvenirs.
After the bustle of the market you will... 1 hour
After the bustle of the market you will be delighted to enter the oasis of calm and biodiversity that is the Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca. Considered a gem among botanical gardens, although relatively small in size it houses a huge variety of cacti & agave, amny among them endemic to the region. This is an eye opening walk among the representative vegetation of the state and an amazing spot for photo opportunities.
Next up, a welcome break for refreshments and light lunch at La Cosecha Market 1 hour
Next up, a welcome break for refreshments and light lunch at La Cosecha Market. This market is relatively small, open air and very clean and as opposed to the main city markets and was setup to showcase the food from different regions of the state, which you can choose from the different vendors that surround a common eating area. A very pleasant & necessary break en route to our next stop.
We finish our afternoon by heading down to... 2 hours
We finish our afternoon by heading down to Santo Domingo Church and then the Textile museum, a beautifully restored colonial mansion that houses a fascinating collection of Textiles from around the state. Oaxaca is known specifically for its textiles and this museum is a hidden gem
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
