
Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour
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Is Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour worth booking?
Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour is a 6.5-hour experience in Oaxaca City, Mexico, from $500 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 50 / 100
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- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $500 per person
The tradition of the day of the dead in Oaxaca is something you have to live at least once in your life. It is only the 31st of October evening and we have few places available. We will visit 03 pantheons of the most imp
What you get
About this experience
The tradition of the day of the dead in Oaxaca is something you have to live at least once in your life. It is only the 31st of October evening and we have few places available. We will visit 03 pantheons of the most important: General Pantheon, Xoxocotlan Pantheon and Atzompa Pantheon. The pantheons open their doors for family, friends and visitors to enjoy this tradition that is one of the most important in Mexico. Music, food and tradition is what awaits you. Meet the pantheons with local guides, who know and will give you all the details of this tradition. We will be small groups for each group to have their transport with their operator, tour guide and coordinator. everyone will be aware of every detail. We will have a meeting point, where the vans will be ready with their group name and their day of the dead offering: flowers, bread, chocolate, candles and mezcal.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Day of the Dead offering per person: Flowers, candle, chocolate, bread and group badge.
- Parking fees
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Teotitlan del Valle
We will visit a family in this town where the tradition of the day of the dead is more alive than ever, we will see how to assemble an altar of the dead with : Fruit, bread, flowers, candles, mole, chocolate, tamales, incense, photos, etc. We will participate in this family task and have the opportunity to prepare chocolate to eat with some rich tamales and a spectacular bread of dead. They will also explain the most popular craftsmanship of the village, which are wool mats with fibers and natural dyes.
120 minutes here
Panteon General
We will visit the niches, where you can understand how this special day is lived very close to the city.
60 minutes here · Admission included
This pantheon is one of the most visited, full of history, music, candles, flowers, etc. You will have the opportunity to walk through all three sections.
120 minutes here
We finish with a pantheon with a different view, leave aside the ostentatiousness of the other two pantheons and introduce ourselves to a more local environment, where flowers, music and candles will work magic.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oaxaca City
In front of the tourism secretariat
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
In front of the tourism secretariat
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tour Guide Oaxaca Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Price range
- $500 to $1850
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oaxaca City.
How much does Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour cost?
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Prices start at $500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oaxaca City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour take?
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Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oaxaca City is not rushed.
Is Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oaxaca City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oaxaca City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oaxaca City and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Day of the Dead in Oaxaca Cemetery Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oaxaca City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oaxaca City?
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On Outty we rank every Oaxaca City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include AUTHENTIC OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, eat like a local., Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day, Traditional Oaxaqueña Cooking with Grandma's Recipes. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oaxaca City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oaxaca City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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