About Oaxaca City
Blessed with an infinite arsenal of mezcal, chocolate, and mole, Oaxaca is considered a culinary capital of Mexico. But this city is not just a delight in the department of food and drink—its people are also a joy. They’ll greet you with a welcoming smile and are very accommodating for new Spanish speakers. Explore Oaxaca Centro Historico, the downtown area, which dates back to 1529. Wander through the hip neighborhood of Jalatlaco, where you’ll find colonial buildings, cafés, and colorful street art. Everywhere you go, you’ll be met with a sense of bright antiquity colliding with cosmopolitan sophistication. If you’re in the city after Halloween, don’t miss the Day of the Dead, or the Día de Muertos festival, a two-day celebration of life and death.
Where is Oaxaca City
17.0731842, -96.7265889
What to do in Oaxaca CIty
- Mercado 20 de Noviembre: Buy some fresh tortillas and sample Oaxacan specialties at this collection of food stalls. Carnivores will be in heaven in El Pasillo de las Carnes Asadas, the grilled meat aisle.
- Mitla Pueblo Magico: Take a day trip to this historic town that is home to the ruins of the pre-Hispanic, mosaic-stoned city of Mitla.
- Old mezcal bar: You’ll find many mezcal spots in Oaxaca, but La Casa del Mezcal should be on the top of your list. This establishment has been around since 1935 and is a great place to mingle with locals.
- Xochimilco quarter: Weave your way through cobblestone streets lined with timeworn textile workshops, craft stores, and restaurants serving up local fare.
- Oaxaca El Tule Tree: Venture 20 minutes by taxi to stand in awe of this magnificent tree, which has the stoutest trunk in the world.
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