What to do in Oaxaca de Juárez?
Don't miss visiting museums, exploring markets, savoring Oaxacan cuisine, visiting textile workshops, or exploring folk art studios. Here, every day can become an authentic experience: city, culture, flavor, and relaxation all in one place.
Oaxaca Cathedral
The Oaxaca Cathedral, a jewel of Mexican Baroque architecture, stands in the heart of the historic center. Its carved facade and history-filled interior invite visitors to discover the faith, art, and beauty that define the city.
Av. de la Independencia s/n, Centro Histórico, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Oaxacan Gastronomy
Oaxacan cuisine is a journey of unique flavors: artisanal moles, crispy tlayudas, quesillo, chapulines, and traditional mezcal. Each dish reflects the cultural richness and love for local ingredients that make Oaxaca a culinary paradise.
Santo Domingo Cultural Center
The Santo Domingo Cultural Center is one of Oaxaca's most emblematic treasures. Located in a former 16th-century convent, it houses the Museum of Oaxacan Cultures and ethnobotanical gardens. A space where history, art, and nature come together in perfect harmony.
Ethnobotanical Garden
The Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden is a unique space that brings together the diversity of the region's flora. With paths surrounded by endemic plants, it offers an educational and contemplative tour, showcasing the natural and cultural richness that defines the state of Oaxaca.
Tourist Walkway
The Oaxaca de Juárez Tourist Walkway is a vibrant pedestrian street brimming with culture, perfect for strolling among artisan shops, galleries, cafes, and colonial buildings. It's an experience that combines tradition, shopping, and the vibrant essence of the city's historic center.
Museums
Oaxaca de Juárez is a unique cultural destination: museums like Rufino Tamayo, MACO, and the Textile Museum showcase pre-Hispanic, contemporary, and traditional textile art. The Santo Domingo Temple, the Museum of Popular Art, and the pedestrian walkway offer history, crafts, and a vibrant experience in the heart of the city.
