Overview
The tour is named The Historical Compass (Brújula histórica) after the configuration of Oaxaca's city center, full of churches located on the cardinal points, these are decisive places for the urban layout strictly connected to the city religious, political and mystical life over the centuries.
We will be visiting buildings, streets and neighbourhoods where celebrations, wars, encounters and fascinating mysterious events have taken place. Walking through places embedded with legends and anecdotes belonging to tradition and popular culture of the city history.
Digging into the city’s secrets we will focus also on relevant Oaxacan’s female characters and their actions as well as less known and less told stories from prehispanic and colonial periods.
By the end of the tour you will have mapped the city in a historical way, eaten an ice cream and learned some new ways to taste mezcal.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Vintage map
Snacks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is right in front of the main entrance of the Templo de Santo Domingo. On Macedonio Alcalá Street.
End point
the final point is located 5 blocks from the Zócalo (the main square in the center).
What to expect
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Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
25 min
We will see churches and buildings with art representative of the colonial era.
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15 min
Building that has had several uses in history and has a unique architectural style in the city.
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10 min
street where a popular and paranormal legend of Oaxaca in the XIX century takes place
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30 min
It is a small plaza, full of color and sometimes with musicians playing mexican songs and melodies. This place is full of traditional ice cream.
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Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Soledad
25 min
Basilica where there is a relic that is part of the legends of Oaxaca. We will see the architecture and art of the façade of the church.
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Zocalo
30 min
We will stop at the zocalo to learn how the city was founded, how the previous moments were and what clues were left by the characters who did it in the layout of the city and its buildings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Mexico City).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Discover Oaxaca through History and Urban Mythology
Can I cancel Discover Oaxaca through History and Urban Mythology for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is right in front of the main entrance of the Templo de Santo Domingo. On Macedonio Alcalá Street.
What's included?
- Vintage map
- Snacks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman, Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Soledad, Zocalo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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