Oaxaca, Mexico Trip ❤️

Basement House Hotel

La Casa del Sótano

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If you want to stay active during your stay, our gym has the necessary equipment to enjoy an effective and safe workout. Discover the magic of Oaxaca at our hotel, built in 1830. The initial construction consisted of two central courtyards with rooms around them, plus a basement where grains and food were stored. Immerse yourself in history while enjoying modern comforts. Every corner of our hotel is a tribute to the rich Oaxacan culture, with artisanal details, traditional textiles and local works of art. Relax in our central garden, surrounded by vegetation, and savor authentic Oaxacan cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients from the region. If you want to spend a pleasant moment and read a book, you can do so in the second patio where a small fountain will be your perfect companion. Live a unique experience where the past and the present intertwine to create unforgettable moments.

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Day 1. Tuesday, January 14

Walking Tour: at 10:00 am

Address: Cosijoeza 110A, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico

Barrio de Jalatlaco

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Stroll through Barrio de Jalatlaco for some really unique, detailed and beautiful street art on the walls but also over the streets.

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Andador Turístico

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Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán

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Get up early and watch the sunrise at the Santo Domingo temple -Walk in the Temple and check it out before all the turist buses arrive, have it for your own. El Templo de Santo Domingo es uno de los edificios más emblemáticos de Oaxaca, no visitarlo sería como no haber ido. Sin embargo, es tanta la gente que va, que puede ser un poco incómodo hacerlo en hora pico. Verás, los camiones de turistas empiezan a llegar al rededor de las 8:00 y 8:30AM, y de ahí en adelante no paran de llegar, así que te recomiendo que vayas tempranito, entre 7 y 7:30am es la mejor hora debido a que está fresco el día demás de que puedes disfrutar de la luz del amanecer y recorrer el templo prácticamente solo.

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Zócalo oaxaca

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JARDIN DEL PAÑUELITO

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Tree of Tule

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-The wides tree of the world lives 30 minutes away from Oaxaca's downtown, you have to see it. Además de ser el árbol más ancho en el planeta, te recomiendo visitarlo por la vibra mágica que puede percibirse en el lugar. Es fácil que en tu visita veas personas haciendo ceremonias o rituales frente al colosal árbol. Ten en cuenta que es un ser vivo con una edad de cuando menos 2,500 años, así es que trátalo con respeto. La entrada tiene un precio de $10 pesos, es una cooperación para mantener el Árbol a salvo y limpio. Tomar un Tour a Hierve el Agua. Hay un sin fin de agencias que ofrecen tours para ir a Hierve el Agua, y también pueden incluirte Monte Albán y/o el Árbol del Tule en el recorrido. Bueno, hay un montón de paquetes que seguramente se van a acomodar al gusto de tu aventura. Nos atreveos a recomendarte Monte Albán Tours, que tiene un recorrido a Hierve el Agua por $300 pesos. Es una forma fácil y cómoda de llegar, aunque te recomendamos que lleves dinero extra para comer o tu propio lunch si requieres de alimentos especiales. Ojo, la finalidad de estos Tours es que te la pases muy bien y que al final compres Mezcal en la fabrica a la que te llevan. No es obligatorio consumir ahí. Lo mejor es que antes de que vayas al Tour, consultes el precio de los mezcales en la ciudad para que vayas ya con una idea de cuánto puedes gastar y así te des cuenta si realmente te conviene comprarlo “a precio de fábrica”.

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A bumby bus ride away you can reach the unique geologic formation, do some hikes or just enjoy a refreshing moment in the natural pools.

Formed over thousands of years, these waterfall-like formations have been created by fresh water springs and water, that is oversaturated with minerals.

An awesome place reachable in car or in a tour bus. About 2 hours from the city, take a towel and a your swim suit. The view is fabulous

Hierve el Agua

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This is a set of natural rock formations that resemble cascades of water falling off a cliff. It also contains a number of small mineral pools as well as 2 man-made pools for swimming. Getting to Herve El Agua is a little more challenging but also provides great adventure. The first thing you should do is catch a bus to the town of Mitla. It costs 20 pesos and you can catch it either at the 2nd class bus station or along Jose Vasconcelos Boulevard (Highway 190), after it leaves the station. Just stand on the correct side of the road and wait for a bus with a big MITLA sign. The town is about 40km away, so this bus ride takes about an hour. You can tell the driver you’re planning on visiting Hierve el Agua and he’ll drop you off where all the trucks are waiting for passengers. Once you get off the bus, all of the truck drivers will be yelling out Hierve El Agua to try and get you on their truck, which departs once it’s full. They pack it to the brim, so do not expect a comfortable ride. It’s also a 1-hour bumpy and windy road up to the top, but it does have some pretty spectacular views. Prices my vary for this truck. Mine had about a dozen people on it and everyone paid 75 pesos. While on the truck, you will also have to pay an additional 15 pesos to get into the general area and then 50 pesos for entry. That’s 160 pesos total for the day so far. I did enjoy visiting Hierve El Agua and the views are spectacular from up there. I would think twice about visiting during the rainy season or even a cooler day since I’ve heard it can get pretty cold up there. Luckily, it was a beautiful, sunny day and we were also able to enjoy the pools, which I think are the highlight of the attraction, and there are lots of great photo opps too. Not much shade up there so you should also bring anything that will protect you from the sun or keep you hydrated. Upon leaving the site, the food area is another attraction of its own with tons of delicious food and drink options. I was happy to see they’re also not really overpriced, even though they’re right in front of a tourist spot. To get back to Oaxaca, you just follow the same exact process. A truck back down the hill for the same price and then a bus back to Oaxaca from Mitla.

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 Lunch at 4:00 pm: Reserved 🥘

Los Danzantes

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Below the bar Selva mentioned above, Danzantes is a beautiful experience for a lovely dinner at a higher price point.

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Day 2, Wednesday, January 15

Breakfast @ Catedral at 9:00am: Reserved 🍲

Catedral Restaurant

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HORARIO LUNES 08:00 am - 11:00 pm Martes CERRRADO MIÉRCOLES 08:00 am - 11:00 pm JUEVES 08:00 am - 11:00 pm VIERNES 08:00 am - 11:00 pm SÁBADO 08:00 am - 11:00 pm DOMINGO 08:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Dinner @ Levadura de Olla Restaurante at 5:00pm: Reserved

Levadura de Olla Restaurante

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Everything on the menu here is authentic and wonderful. It’s simple, but I always get this tomato salad. It’s displayed beautifully.

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Day 3. Thursday, January 16

30 minutes away from the city, you can go there in a cab or on most tour bus. Its the best spot to witness a sunset to remember

Monte Albán

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The ancient ruins of Monte Albán are probably the most famous tourist attraction in the region. This Unesco world heritage site was founded in the 6th century BC and functioned as a capital for the Zapotec people for 13 centuries. The first thing I wanna say about Monte Alban is that it’s extremely easy to get to since it’s on a low mountain range that’s very close to Oaxaca City. My friend and I hailed a taxi on the Didi app and spent a total of 160 pesos to get up the hill. If you want a cheaper option, take the bus outside of Hotel Rivera del Angel. They cost 58 pesos and depart every hour from 8:30 to 3:30. They can also take you back down until 5pm, which is how we got back to Oaxaca. Upon arrival, you will buy your tickets either at the ticket booth or some handy machines they have to the side of it. I used the machines, they worked perfectly and the entry was 90 pesos. It is quite sunny up there, so make sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and water. Next you can consider hiring a guide. I spoke to a guy named Juan and he said a private guide for my friend and I would cost 700 pesos, which we were not willing to pay. I told him I’d wait a bit to see if he could find other people to split the costs with. He ended up finding 4 other people and we each paid 150 pesos for the tour, which was the perfect length. Juan was also very knowledgeable and had good English. I highly recommend visiting Monte Alban since it’s so easy to get to. it’s also a huge space so it never feels crowded and obviously it carries some significant historical importance. Besides being a beautiful, well-kept site, It also really manages to transport you back in time. All in all, a total win for a popular tourist hotspot.

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Amateur plant-lover or professional: you will love this place. A guided tour (in English available) takes you around the different species of the Botanical Garden, you can learn about Mexican flora and fauna, admire the huge cacti and take some memorable photos.

Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca

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Day 4. Friday, January 17

Criollo

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Another wonderful option for a special occasion really lovely atmosphere, and the food is perfect!

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Visit a traditional market

Every traveler you will meet will tell you to go to Oaxaca either for the food or for buying local craftsmanship at one of the markets. Mercado de artesanías is a big, covered market where you can find all kind of handmade things. Mercado Benito Juárez or Mercado 20 de noviembre will be for the foodies: try some local dishes in the center of the market. And if you have still a lot of time and energy left, explore Central de Abastos, one of the biggest markets where you can really find everything you need. 

Mercado Benito Juárez

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Mercado 20 de Noviembre

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One of the two main tourist markets. This one is basically just food, so it's an excellent option for a cheap breakfast or lunch. They have everything from goat stew to hot chocolate. Don't forget to visit "Pasillo de Humo" or the "Smoke Corridor", where the vendors sell you fresh meat and grill it on the spot. Also be prepared for each one of them trying to get you to eat at THEIR STALL!

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Oaxaca Artisan Market

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CRUDO

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Oaxacan-Japanese fusion! Fine dining, so make sure and make a reservation. A truly unique and exquisite experience with fresh ingredients. Chef is super talented and friendly. Unlikely you'll have a meal like this anywhere else in the world.

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Day 5. Saturday, January 18

Watch the sunset

Auditorio Guelaguetza

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Go to any rooftop in the city or hike up to the “Auditorio Guelaguetza” for an amazing view. The latter option gives you a scope of how big the city actually is, with neighborhoods lining the beautiful hillsides of Oaxaca.

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Memelas San Agustín

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Another famous street stall. This one sells memelas, quesadillas and tlayudas. It gets pretty busy, so be prepared to wait and possibly not have a sitting spot. Salpicon memelas are a crowd favorite! I don't believe they stay open past 4pm.

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The best local cafés & restaurants

¿Qué comer en Oaxaca?

Taste the "Tlayudas", flavored water and the traditional "Tejate" a corn and cacao drink.

Platillos hay muchísimos originales del sazón Oaxaqueño. Los que no debes perderte son:

Enchiladas con Tasajo.

Tlayuda de chapulines.

Enmoladas de cualquiera de las 7 variedades disponibles.

El agua de Tejate.

Los molotes.

El caldo de piedra.

Boulenc

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Cool and trendy café with a modern design that also has some lunch options if you want to stop by for a quick meal.

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Los Pacos

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the best Mole

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El Escapulario

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traditional Oaxacan food

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Gozobi Restaurante Bar

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a cool rooftop restaurant

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Mayordomo

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Go for the cold chocolate frappé - just incredible! It is made with Oaxacan chocolate and totally addictive.

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La Olla

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Oaxacan and Mexican cuisine served on traditional ceramics and on top it is a very beautiful place.

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Pan con Madre

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Very good bread and homemade pastries that you can either take away for a picnic or enjoy in their courtyard.

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Gudelia Arte-Café-Boutique

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Good breakfast café with a beautiful back garden to relax and enjoy some fresh ingredients.

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Muss Café

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Very good coffee and breakfast, a nice place to chill and start your day. If you want to come back, there is also a stunning rooftop restaurant with a beautiful view over the city.

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Where to shop the best souvenirs and what to buy?

Of course, we all want to bring some presents for our loved ones or some new home decoration for ourselves. Oaxaca is the perfect place: most of what is sold are handmade pieces, that respect local traditions and culture. Explore either the closed markets or have a look at some of the street markets and street vendors, they sell really beautiful stuff and you can bargain for a good and fair price.

Marias Arte & Diseño

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Looking for modern inspired but still traditional souvenirs? This is one of the best shops in town, take some time and explore their creations.

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La Casa de las Artesanías de Oaxaca

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This place is nearly a museum: with several rooms and a lot of different products, you can spend easily an hour discovering everything.

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Pan con Madre

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