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The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular oaxaca city tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Tule tree, Teotitlán rug weaving, Mitla ruins, Hierve el Agua petrified waterfalls, and a mezcal tasting on a full Oaxaca day trip.
“This is the best tour that you can do in Oaxaca! It's a long day but worth every second. You see and learn so much about the Zapotec population. Probably the best One Day Tour I've ever been on.”
A full day from Oaxaca City to Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Teotitlán weaving, Tule tree, and mezcal tasting with entrance fees covered.
“We had a great tour with Pavel and Israel. I especially appreciated Pavel’s deep knowledge of history and detailed explanations. I learned a lot about Zapotec culture and the impact of both the Aztecs and Spanish in the area. We also really enjoyed the hike and swim in Hierve El Agua, the scenery was beautiful…”
Guided half-day trip to Monte Albán from Oaxaca with air-conditioned transport, expert commentary in English, and flexible time to explore.
“I am a traveller who really enjoys history tours: this tour gave me a little bit of insight into the history of Oaxaca City, they valley it's located in as a whole, and not just the ancient city of Monte Alban. I am greatly appreciative of the accommodations that Lescas Tours made for me and…”
Oaxaca’s best food day on foot: 24+ corn-forward tastings, mezcal, fruit, markets, and culture on a small-group 6-hour walk.
“Enjoyed a great walking food tour with the tour guide Bedsida. Bedside was great with the balance of taking us to taste Oaxacan foods and giving us knowledge and history of Oaxaca. We also had 5 different types of Mezcal from a local producer. This was a great tour.”
Half-day Monte Albán tour from Oaxaca City: UNESCO ruins, Zapotec storytelling, hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and time to explore.
“Our guide was knowledgeable and gave us wonderful information about this interesting and beautiful site. I was particularly interested in learning about the variety of prehispanic cultures in this area, and some insight into the various languages and traditions, with a focus on a proud Zapotec tradition.”
A full day in Oaxaca with Hierve el Agua mineral pools and a hands-on mezcal distillery tour with a generous tasting.
“Hierve agua was amazing, the view was beautiful! Wonderful experience! Mezcal tasting was fun and educational!! Our tour guide Braulio was friendly and fun!”
A 3.5-hour Oaxaca market walk with about twenty tastings, pre-Hispanic drinks, and real local food, all included, led in English.
“We walked through the enormous local city market and tasted several different foods including creating our own taco, moles, baked goods, roasted grasshoppers and toasted pumpkin seeds. It’s a slow walk so very easy and our guide Yiel was super knowledgeable and got all the foods for us.”
Hands-on Oaxacan cooking with a local market walk. No set menu, small group, dietary options, and drinks included in 4.5 hours.
“We had a great few hours! Our course leader Oscar was very nice and competent and his English was very good. The visit to the market and the subsequent cooking in the group were fun. However, it would have been nice if we had been offered something to drink while we were cooking. However, we…”
Private, customizable Oaxaca tour by car with artisans, UNESCO ruins, Hierve el Agua hikes, and market days.
“We loved it! Tony, our guide, was super nice and very knowledgeable. He shared so much with us about the place and its culture. We were able to customize the tour and saw many interesting and beautiful spots. Personally, we loved Hierve el Agua and Teotitlán del Valle but everything was amazing. Highly recommend taking…”
Explore mezcal making in Oaxaca with agave fields, unlimited tastings, and a big included Oaxacan meal at day’s end.
“Our tour guide was very passionate and knowledgeable about mezcal. This tour allowed an up close look in how agave is grown, harvested, cooked, fermented, distilled, and tastes. It was a great time for a half day tour”
Small-group Oaxaca cooking class in Chef Adhey Andrade’s home: pan y chocolate, three-course meal, mezcal, and transport included. $90.
“Our experience in Chef Adehy’s class was absolutely amazing. The food was delicious, the environment was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and it truly felt like a family affair from beginning to end. We loved every moment of it. We honestly couldn’t recommend anything in Oaxaca more highly — this class is an absolute must!”
Hands-on Oaxaca cooking in a rancho: make tortillas from nixtamalized corn, taste moles, cook soups, moles, and more with a small group.
“Fed lots of great knowledge and great food! Miguel (owner) has a wealth of experience and knowledge, and a lot of passion. Cooking at his home/farm was a nice experience. Tasting 9 moles was a highlight. The class did feel a bit rushed at times and we didn't get to be as hands on with…”
Walk Oaxaca’s Merced neighborhood, shop for vegetarian ingredients at the market, then cook and eat a full Oaxacan meal with Victor’s team.
“This cooking experience was amazing! I wish we’d done it earlier in our visit because we learned a lot about Oaxacan food. The instructors were excellent and we really enjoyed the other people in the class. Plus we ate one of the best meals we’ve had here and we helped cook it!!”
A full Oaxaca day tour mixing Mitla ruins, Teotitlán textiles, mezcal tasting, Hierve el Agua pools, and Santa María del Tule.
“A fantastic day trip where you will visit many of the must-see sites in the Oaxaca area. Our tour guide was very enthusiastic and full of information about the sites we visited. The tour was well planned and the time spent at each place was appropriate.”
Full-day Oaxaca tour with UNESCO Monte Albán, alebrijes in Arrazola, Cuilapam convent, and black pottery in Coyotepec.
“Our trip to Monte Albán was absolutely mesmerizing. The ancient temples, breathtaking views, and fascinating historical insights made it unforgettable. My family also loved learning about alebrijes and black pottery, such rich and colorful traditions! The food along the way was authentic and delicious. The final stop at the convent beautifully tied everything together, offering…”
