The 16 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 10 guides that rank for "best places to visit in oaxaca"
Named by 9 of 101. Oaxaca CityOaxaca, MexicoColonial buildings and regional cooking are the main draws, and the center is walkable.The city is small enough to cover on foot, with no metro.
Named by 5 of 102. Monte AlbánOaxaca, MexicoA Zapotec city on a mountain top with views over the Oaxaca Valley.A UNESCO site lived in for about 1,500 years, 400 meters above the valley floor.
Named by 4 of 103. Hierve el AguaOaxaca, MexicoPetrified waterfalls and two spring-fed infinity pools set into the rock.Arrive early or late in the day to avoid the biggest crowds.
Named by 3 of 10
4. San José del Pacífico
Oaxaca, Mexico
A mountain village about 2,500 meters up, with cloud forest trails on the way to the coast.
Described as a high-elevation mountain town in the Sierra Sur.
Named by 3 of 105. Puerto EscondidoOaxaca coast, MexicoOne of the most popular places to visit in Oaxaca's coastal region.Has a young, upbeat feel with a party scene along Zicatela beach.
Named by 2 of 106. MitlaOaxaca, MexicoRuins known for stone fretwork mosaics fitted together without mortar.Close enough to Oaxaca City that it appeals to history lovers.
Named by 2 of 107. Sierra Norte and Pueblos MancomunadosOaxaca, MexicoHigh pine forest 30 minutes to an hour north of the city, with cool air and valley views.The villages offer ecotourism with overnight cabins and guided hikes of one to seven days.
Named by 2 of 108. Teotitlán del ValleOaxaca, MexicoA small town known for traditional Zapotec weaving, where you can see the craft and buy textiles.
Named by 2 of 109. HuatulcoOaxaca coast, MexicoListed with Puerto Escondido among the main beach destinations in the state.
Named by 2 of 1010. Oaxaca CoastMexicoThe state has many beach towns along its Pacific coast.
Named by 2 of 1011. San AgustinilloOaxaca coast, MexicoA quiet spot on the Pacific coast, called untouched by one writer.
Named by 2 of 1012. Santa María del TuleOaxaca, MexicoHome to a cypress tree said to be about 2,000 years old.
13. MazunteOaxaca coast, MexicoLonely Planet lists it as its own Oaxaca coast destination, next to San Agustinillo.
14. ZipoliteOaxaca coast, MexicoLonely Planet lists it as its own Oaxaca coast destination, next to Mazunte.
15. TlacolulaOaxaca, MexicoHosts the largest Sunday market in the valley, about 60 minutes from the city.
16. Playa La EntregaOaxaca coast, MexicoA beach near Oaxaca, listed among one guide's top 10 places.
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Travel guides most often name November to April as the best time to visit Oaxaca.
Named by 9 of 101. Oaxaca CityColonial buildings and regional cooking are the main draws, and the center is walkable.The city is small enough to cover on foot, with no metro.
Named by 5 of 102. Monte AlbánA Zapotec city on a mountain top with views over the Oaxaca Valley.A UNESCO site lived in for about 1,500 years, 400 meters above the valley floor.
Named by 4 of 103. Hierve el AguaPetrified waterfalls and two spring-fed infinity pools set into the rock.Arrive early or late in the day to avoid the biggest crowds.
Named by 3 of 10
