Small-Group Walking Tour in Oaxaca

The tour will begin in the main square or Zocalo, exploring the modern foundations of the city, the cathedral, and its colonial past. From here you will move onto the markets before they get too busy. An integral part of life in Mexico, you will explore both the Benito Juarez food market and the Mercado 20 de Noviembre craft market, where you can find all manner of produce and wares. You will sample some typical food and drinks, have a look at how chocolate is made, visit a Mezcal superstore, and check out the world-famous 'pasillo de humo' (corridor of smoke), as well as help you understand the layout of the markets for future reference and shopping.
After the bustle of the market you will be delighted to enter the oasis of calm and biodiversity that is the Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca. Considered a gem among botanical gardens, although relatively small in size it houses a huge variety of cacti and agave, many among them endemic to the region.
Next up, a welcome break for refreshments and a light lunch at La Cosecha Market. Then enjoy a very pleasant and necessary break en route to the next stop: the Santo Domingo church, one of the most celebrated in Oaxaca and Mexico. You will finish the afternoon by heading down to the Textile Museum, a beautifully restored colonial mansion that houses a fascinating collection of Textiles from around the state. Oaxaca is known specifically for its textiles and this museum is a hidden gem.
Duration: 7 hours