Things to do in Oaxaca

Activities, attractions and tours

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What to do in Oaxaca


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Areas of Oaxaca

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Oaxaca Centro

5/5(21 area reviews)

Churches, museums and art galleries are some highlights of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Oaxaca Textile Museum or Oaxaca Cathedral while you're exploring.

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Sector L

Sector L might not have many top sights, but Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Crucecita

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Crucecita. You might want to make time for a stop at Mercado Tres de Mayo or El Zócalo.

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Ruta Independencia

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Ruta Independencia, you might make a stop by sights like Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán.

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Puerto Escondido Centro

The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Puerto Escondido Centro. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach are a few top places to visit.

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Santa Cruz

If you're spending some time in Santa Cruz, Playa Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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