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. Zona Arqueológica de Monte Albán 4.8★ (21,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán 4.8★ (19,000 reviews) · Catholic cathedral
  6. Andador Turístico 4.7★ (4,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Zócalo de la Ciudad de Oaxaca (Plaza de La Constitución) 4.6★ (73,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Plaza de la Danza 4.6★ (9,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Casa Oaxaca el Restaurante 4.5★ (5,700 reviews) · Oaxacan restaurant
  2. Ancestral Cocina Tradicional 4.5★ (2,500 reviews) · Oaxacan restaurant
  3. Las Quince Letras 4.5★ (6,100 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Ocote cocina 4.7★ (1,100 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Café Rústiko 4.7★ (900 reviews) · Coffee shop
  6. Muss Café 4.4★ (1,100 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Amá Terraza 4.6★ (889 reviews) · Cafe
  8. Restaurante Taniperla Oaxaca 4.6★ (878 reviews) · Restaurant

Where to drink

  1. La Mezcalerita 4.4★ (4,000 reviews) · Bar
  2. Terraza de Despecho 4.8★ (1,400 reviews) · Bar
  3. REPÚBLICA COZANA 4.9★ (1,300 reviews) · Bar
  4. AMORD3 | Bar emocional 4.7★ (1,400 reviews) · Bar
  5. Sagrado Filemón I Pan y Café 4.6★ (797 reviews) · Espresso bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Oaxaca?

With 23 notable sights and 13 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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