This tour is operated by our partner Oaxaca Free Walking Tour.
Forget the usual tourist traps and dive deep into the soul of Oaxaca with this immersive 2.5-hour walk. We’ll lead you through cobblestone streets, charming neighborhoods and lively plazas that most visitors overlook, showing you the city’s authentic heartbeat. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to feel Oaxaca’s unique energy, from its rich indigenous cultures to vibrant arts and irresistible gastronomy.
Along the way, you’ll explore colorful murals, uncover fascinating stories from the city’s past and stroll through neighborhoods bursting with creativity and tradition. The experienced local guides will introduce you to hidden gems tucked away in unexpected places, ensuring you see Oaxaca beyond the guidebook.
You’ll also get an insider’s peek into Oaxaca’s food scene, music and lively street life, with plenty of chances to chat about the best places to eat, drink and soak up local culture. Whether it’s a centuries-old tradition or a contemporary street art piece, this tour gives you a fresh perspective on a city that’s both historic and vibrantly alive.
Ready to swap the crowds for cobblestones, clichés for colorful corners and snap the ‘usual’ for the unforgettable? Join us as we uncover hidden gems, share captivating stories and experience authentic Oaxaca’s vibrant culture and flavors... one step, one story, one smile at a time. Your true Oaxaca adventure starts right here!
Your Free Tour of Oaxaca starts in front of Teatro Macedonio Alcalá.
Ready to explore the real Oaxaca? Join us on a vibrant city walk packed with stories, flavors, art, and tradition!
📍 We start at the majestic Teatro Macedonio Alcalá 🎼 — where Oaxacan culture takes the stage! Then we step into the peaceful Centro Cultural San Pablo, blending Zapotec roots with colonial elegance.
🌳 We continue through the heart of the city — the Zócalo — filled with music, street performers, and life! From there, we pass by the historic Instituto de Ciencias y Artes, a cornerstone of Oaxacan education.
📸 Get inspired at the Centro Fotográfico Manuel Álvarez Bravo, celebrating powerful moments captured through the lens.
then take a flavorful detour:
🌮 Try local street food & drinks from nearby stands — from tlayudas to memelas, aguas frescas to tejate — a perfect street-side tasting stop!
⛪ At Plaza Carmen Alto, we admire the beautiful Iglesia del Carmen Alto, After that, we wind through the artistic streets of Xochimilco, where vibrant murals and cobblestone charm await.
🍫 Sweet surprise ahead! We’ll stop at a traditional chocolate shop to learn the secrets of Oaxacan chocolate and enjoy a tasting you’ll never forget .
🧵 Then dive into color and craft at a textile workshop, where master artisans preserve ancient weaving techniques.
🛍️ And finally — the grand finale — we explore a local market full of colors, smells, and flavors you’ll never forget! Grab a fresh juice, a handmade souvenir, or your new favorite snack!
... And much more
OUR PARTNER
Oaxaca Free Walking Tour
Oaxaca Free Walking Tour is our trusted partner in Oaxaca
Insider tips on where to eat, drink, and explore in Oaxaca
What’s not included
Food and drinks (optional)
Entrance to paid attractions (optional, after the tour)
Tips for the guide (optional)
Additional Information
This activity is operated by our partner Oaxaca Free Walking Tour. This experience is not provided by SANDEMANs, but has been chosen by our specialists from an array of offers based on their quality and value.
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts.
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Your Free Tour of Oaxaca starts in front of Teatro Macedonio Alcalá.
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Tours in Oaxaca are offered by a partner, not SANDEMANs Tours.
We only work with partners we know, trust, and who have been vetted by us to ensure they meet the same standards you are used to enjoying in SANDEMANs’ own cities.
We are proud to partner with Oaxaca Free Walking Tour and are sure you’ll love their tours as much as we do.
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