Day Trips in Oaxaca City

Day trips in Oaxaca City offer travelers the perfect balance of adventure, discovery, and convenience. Whether you are short on time or simply looking for an immersive experience without the need for overnight stays, these tours provide an excellent way to explore the highlights of Oaxaca City and its surroundings in just one day. Guided by knowledgeable local experts, you can uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and cultural treasures that bring the destination to life. From exploring scenic countryside and nearby villages to visiting historic monuments and vibrant marketplaces, day trips are designed to maximize your travel experience. They are ideal for families, couples, and solo adventurers alike, offering curated itineraries that combine comfort with unforgettable exploration. You can relax knowing that transportation, guides, and carefully planned stops are all taken care of. Best of all, day trips in Oaxaca City give you the chance to see more in less time, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to make the most of their visit. With a variety of options available, every traveler can find a day trip that matches their interests and leaves them with lasting memories.

Top Day Trips in Oaxaca City

Hierve el Agua, Teotitlán del Valle, mezcal, el tule, desde Oaxaca
 in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (221 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 41.93

Duration: 11 hours (approx.)

Discover one of Oaxaca’s natural minerales, the gigantie tree of el Tule which is over 2000 years olg, we Will continue to Teotitlan del Valle where you can admire the wool carpets; we continue to the ceremonial center of Mitla, outstandingly beautiful for ist magnificent fretwork made of countless polish stones, our journey continues to hierve el agua, where you wil have the opportunity to admire the beautiful petrified wather falls: our last stop is a mezcal destilley.

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Monte Albán, Arrazola, Cuilapam y San Bartolo Coyotepec. in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (199 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 32.83

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

Explore the cultural treasures surrounding Oaxaca on a full-day trip with an experienced guide. Travel by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Monte Alban and discover the excavated ruins of this ancient Zapotec city. Meet local artisans making black pottery in the town of San Bartolo Coyotepec and admire the famous wood-carved figures of San Antonio Arrazola. From the mountaintop pyramids of Monte Alban to the Cuilapam Convent on the valley floor, you’ll learn all about the region’s rich history! Round-trip hotel transport is included.

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Monte Alban - Full Day Guided Tour with or without Food - Oaxaca in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (166 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

 

We will get to know Oaxaca, culture, history, art and gastronomy. We take a tour with a professional team, we will visit 5 special places in Oaxaca. The first is the wonderful archaeological area of Monte Alban where we take a 2-hour hike with a certified guide. The second place to know is the house - workshop of a wood carving artisan or Alebrijes in San Martin Tilcajete. Third place is to eat at a local traditional food buffet restaurant. The fourth place is the house - workshop of a hip or waist loom craftsman in Santo Tomas Jalieza. The fifth and final place to visit is the house - workshop of a master black mud craftsman in San Bartolo Coyotepec.

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Tour Monte Albán "clasico" in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (140 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 30.65

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

"Join us on an unforgettable trip to Monte Albán! Discover the history of this Zapotec city, visit alebrijes and black clay workshops, explore the majestic former convent of Cuilapam, and finish with a tasting in an authentic chocolate shop. A day full of culture, art and flavor awaits you with Oaxaca Dreams. Reserve your spot today!"

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Boil the Water, Mitla, Tule, Mezcal and more in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (115 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 41.38

 

This is a very long but very complete tour if you only have a few days to get to know Oaxaca, you will visit 5 of the most important places in Oaxaca!! 1.-Tule tree 2.-Pre-Hispanic natural colors 3.-Mitla, Archaeological zone - Stop to eat at a Oaxacan restaurant 4.-Boil the water 5.-Mezcal Factory Something that we have identified us from others, they are our Guides, they are all part of the Lescas family and we want to share what we like about our beautiful Oaxaca, fun, friendly and knowledgeable about the history and traditions of Oaxaca! now if you want something shorter, we have a half day option just to boil the water, search our profile we are Lescas Co Tours

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Mitla Half Day Guided Tour in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (74 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.81

 

Something that we have identified from others, are our Guides, all of them are part of the Lescas family and we want to share what we like about our beautiful Oaxaca, fun, ambitious and knowledgeable about the history and traditions of Oaxaca, we believe that the guide It has the ability to transmit the passion and come to appreciate everything from a different vision

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Hierve el agua half day tour  in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (41 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.76

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Marvel at the stunning views of Hierve el agua. Enjoy the natural pools and the surprising height of the waterfalls. Venture on an excursion where you will visit Hierve el Agua alone, a set of two waterfalls that have been petrifying for millions of years due to the mineral solution of calcium carbonate in the water. On the tour, go directly to Hierve el Agua as the only stop. We stayed in the place for 3 hours to have enough time to enjoy the natural wonders of Hierve el Agua without rushing. Learn about the history of Hierve el Agua, which is a set of petrified waterfalls that are distinguished by their white color and the more than 200 meters high that make them up. It is located in the Sierra Mixe of Oaxaca, in the town of San Isidro Roaguía in the municipality of San Lorenzo Albarradas, 70 kilometers from the capital. Remember to come with breakfast beforehand, or bring a box lunch since we will not make stops. You can buy inside

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Monte Alban & artisan house workshop in Arrazola and Coyotepec in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (12 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 38.00

 

Your day will start in the Monte Albán archaeological site, you will continue to Cuilapan, an open chapel of the 16th century with Dominican construction, later we will visit Arrazola town, where you will find the famous alebrijes with unique colors and drawings, finally, we go to San Bartolo Coyotepec, an important town where they are dedicated to the elaboration of the famous crafts in black clay, the artisans will show you the technique they use to create them. Your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

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Riviera Maya: Chichen Itza Tour with Cenote in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (9 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 36.75

Duration: 12 hours (approx.)

A Chichen Itza tour that includes all you need for the perfect Mayan ruins excursion from Cancun. Travel back in time and learn more about the ancient Mayan civilization at the archaeological site of Chichen Itzá with an expert guide. Swim in a sacred cenote in the Yucatan and savor a delicious buffet lunch of Yucatan cuisine. Enjoy a little free time in the “Pueblo Magico” of Valladolid and admire the zocalo and San Servacio church. This Chichen Itza tour is the ideal way to explore the Mayan world.

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Tour Route Boil the Water, Tule, Mitla, Teotitlan and Mezcal in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 28.41

 

We are 100% Oaxacan and take you on a tour to meet and explore Oaxaca in one day, we will have a tour full of culture, history, art and gastronomy. We will visit 6 special places: The millennial tree of the Tule in Santa Maria el Tule. -The petrified waterfalls of Boil the water. - The archaeological area of Mitla, we tour the place with a certified guide. - A buffet restaurant with traditional local food. -A factory of artisan mezcal. - The house of a craftsman of wool mats in Teotitlan del Valle.

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Montealban Tour in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.00

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

Tour Packages Oaxaca Offers your excursions with the best guides in the city, paying special attention to the service we provide to our clients.

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Tour Route Monte Alban, Coyotepec, Jalieza and Tilcajete in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 22.07

 

We are 100% Oaxacan and take you on a tour to meet and explore Oaxaca in one day, we will have a tour full of culture, history, art and gastronomy. We will visit 5 special places: - The archaeological complex of Monte Albán, we tour the place with a certified guide. - A buffet restaurant with traditional Oaxacan food. The house of a black clay craftsman in San Bartolo Coyotepec. - The house of a craftswoman of textiles made in hip or waist loom in Santo Tomas Jalieza. - The workshop of a woodcarving craftsman known as alebrijes in San Martín Tilcajete.

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Boil Water,Tube Tree,Mitla,Mezcal and Teotitlan Valley in Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City , Oaxaca

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 27.59

 

We will move to your hotel or airbnb if you are in the city center area, in any case if you are far away the meeting point are our offices. When you board the unit you will start enjoying the professional attentions of the Turisteando agency in Oaxaca. You will have trained guides with tour information, you will know the most emblematic places of Oaxaca, you will also taste typical Oaxaca food as its traditions and customs. You will visit more than 3 villages in one day.

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Why Choose Our Day Trips in Oaxaca City?

Our day trips in Oaxaca City are carefully designed to combine convenience, cultural insights, and memorable experiences. Each itinerary highlights the best of Oaxaca City, led by local guides who know the destination inside and out.

Frequently Asked Questions About Day Trips in Oaxaca City

Most day trips in Oaxaca City include transportation, a local guide, and entrance to selected attractions. Some itineraries also provide meals or free time for independent exploration.

Day trips in Oaxaca City typically last between 6 to 10 hours, depending on the destination and itinerary. They are designed to make the most of your day while keeping travel times comfortable.

Yes, many day trips in Oaxaca City are family-friendly, offering activities and destinations that appeal to both adults and children. Be sure to check tour descriptions for age recommendations.

Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot, especially during peak travel seasons in Oaxaca City. Some tours may allow same-day bookings if space is available.
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