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OAXACA CITY TOUR:
A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME
DISCOVER THE ESSENTIALS OF OAXACA IN ONE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE
Guided Walk: 4 km / Fitness level: Easy Group Size: Up to 10 people
9AM – 1PM
Simple. Curated. Authentically Oaxaca.
• A curated 5-hour journey through Oaxaca
• History, food, culture, and art in one experience
• From ancient civilizations to modern Oaxaca
• Market visits and authentic street food tastings
• Artisan traditions and local craftsmanship
• Contemporary art and cultural spaces
• A deeper understanding beyond a typical city tour
Discover the Essentials of Oaxaca in One Immersive Experience
Oaxaca is a city where thousands of years of history coexist with vibrant contemporary culture.
This experience is designed to connect the stories, traditions, flavors, and artistic movements that define the region today.
Instead of rushing through a list of landmarks, the tour explores Oaxaca through the themes that shape its identity.
During the experience you will:
- Discover the sacred importance of maize in Mesoamerican civilization
- Learn about Zapotec and Mixtec cultures and their worldview
- Walk through the colonial city and its historical transformations
- Explore local markets and traditional food culture
- Encounter artisans preserving centuries-old traditions
- Discover Oaxaca’s vibrant contemporary art scene
Every stop helps reveal another piece of Oaxaca’s living cultural story.
THE EXPERIENCE
BIENVENIDOS
A OAXACA CITY
Our journey begins in the historic center of Oaxaca, where we explore the city on foot through plazas, streets, and hidden corners that reveal layers of history and culture.
Rather than simply visiting landmarks, this experience is designed as a curated exploration of the essential dimensions that define Oaxaca today: history, traditions, food, and art.
HISTORY
Oaxaca’s past stretches back thousands of years.
Through museums, historic architecture, and cultural spaces, we trace the story of the civilizations that shaped the region — from the Zapotec and Mixtec cultures to the arrival of the Spanish and the birth of colonial Oaxaca.
These places help reveal how ancient beliefs, sacred landscapes, and colonial institutions continue to influence the city today.
CULTURE + TRADITIONS
Oaxaca is one of the most culturally vibrant regions in Mexico, where ancestral traditions remain part of everyday life.
We encounter the world of artisan craftsmanship, exploring traditions such as clay pottery, textile weaving, and the colorful carved figures known as alebrijes.
We also explore the deep relationship between the people of Oaxaca and maize, discovering traditional spaces where tortillas are made and cacao is ground to prepare chocolate — practices that have been preserved for generations.
FOOD + LOCAL FLAVORS
Food is one of the most powerful ways to understand Oaxaca’s culture.
In local markets we experience the aromas, colors, and ingredients that define Oaxacan cuisine. Along the way we taste seasonal fruits, fresh juices, and traditional street foods such as memelas, tamales, and dishes prepared with local herbs like hoja santa.
Each flavor tells part of the story of the region’s agricultural heritage and culinary creativity.
ART + CONTEMPORARY OAXACA
Oaxaca has become one of Mexico’s most important centers for contemporary art.
The tour explores cultural spaces influenced by visionary artists who helped transform Oaxaca into a global creative hub, while also visiting galleries that showcase the work of emerging Oaxacan artists today.
From modern art institutions to independent galleries and street art, we discover how creativity continues to shape Oaxaca’s cultural identity.
DETAILS
ITINERARY:
08:50 Meet at Coyote Aventuras
09:00 Origins of maize & early cultures
09:45 Zapotec & Mixtec civilizations
10:30 Colonial Oaxaca & architecture
10:45 Artisan traditions & indigenous culture
11:00 Markets, street food & daily life
12:00 Contemporary art & galleries
13:00 Return
WHATS INCLUDED:
- Guides
- Drinks: water, coffee, tea, juice, sparkling water
- Snacks: local fruits,
- Street food: memela, tamal,
- Market: chocolate + bread
- Entry fees to Museums, galleries and workshops
PRICING:
Price per person:
- $1,200 MXN per person
IMPORTANT:
We can only offer this tour if a minimum of 2 people sign up. If your tour doesn’t reach our target minimum of 2 travelers, the experience will be canceled, and you will receive a full refund.
TRIP NOTES
ACTIVITY ADVISORY:
- Outdoor activities carry man risks, and you may be exposed to dangerous situations as part of this experience. Make sure you can participate safely given your abilities and the conditions (such as location and weather). Coyote Aventuras will provide certain safety equipment but it is your responisbility to not expose yourself to unnecessary dangers and listen attentively to our guide’s directions.
- This city walk, although short (4km), is mostly flat with couple of climbs. We recommend bringing comfortable shoes. The temperature in Oaxaca can be very hot, so it’s important to stay hydrated! Don’t forget sunscreen and sunglasses.
NOTES:
- Make this a private tour for your friends and family!
- Don’t see your desired date available? Please contact us! We will do our best to make special arrangements for you!
- Please, check out the local weather conditions and come prepared for the tour.
ABOUT COYOTE:
You are walking with a company that leaves a positive impact.
Dedicated to the creation, restoration, and maintenance of community trails in the Sierra of Oaxaca, Tequio Trails promotes responsible ecotourism and strengthens local economies. By booking with us, you help support the donation of bicycles, the organization of workshops, and the development of local trails, giving children the tools to use and care for the paths in their communities.
