Oaxaca

A curated guide to Oaxaca, Mexico: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Museum of Cultures of Oaxaca, Santo Domingo 4.8★ (3,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Museo de Sitio de Monte Albán 4.8★ (11,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Museo De La Filatelia MUFI 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Museum
  4. Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán 4.8★ (19,000 reviews) · Catholic cathedral
  5. Andador Turístico 4.7★ (4,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Zócalo de la Ciudad de Oaxaca (Plaza de La Constitución) 4.6★ (73,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Plaza de la Danza 4.6★ (9,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Hierve el Agua 4.6★ (23,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Boulenc 4.6★ (8,300 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Casa Oaxaca el Restaurante 4.5★ (5,600 reviews) · Oaxacan restaurant
  3. Ancestral Cocina Tradicional 4.5★ (2,400 reviews) · Oaxacan restaurant
  4. Las Quince Letras 4.5★ (5,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Ocote cocina 4.7★ (1,100 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Café Rústiko 4.7★ (893 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Muss Café 4.4★ (1,100 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Amá Terraza 4.6★ (833 reviews) · Cafe

Where to drink

  1. La Mezcalerita 4.4★ (4,000 reviews) · Bar
  2. REPÚBLICA COZANA 4.9★ (1,300 reviews) · Bar
  3. AMORD3 | Bar emocional 4.7★ (1,400 reviews) · Bar
  4. Sagrado Filemón I Pan y Café 4.6★ (778 reviews) · Espresso bar
  5. Selva Oaxaca Cocktail Bar 4.3★ (965 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Oaxaca?

With 20 notable sights and 13 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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