
Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated
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4.6/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated worth booking?
Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated is a 2-hour experience in Oaxaca City, Mexico, from $17 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $17 per person
The walking tour in Oaxaca aims to make you'r experience the most likeable possible in your city, our job is to introduce you to the city with our history, traditions, and local folklore that you can only experience by w
What you get
About this experience
The walking tour in Oaxaca aims to make you'r experience the most likeable possible in your city, our job is to introduce you to the city with our history, traditions, and local folklore that you can only experience by walking. Our guides will always try the best to put a smile on your face and at the same time teach you about this wonderful city in Mexico! The best way to get to know the best of Oaxaca with a local and in a budget friendly way and focusing only on you!
What's included
Included
- Professional Tour Guide
What you'll see and do
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
Here we start with an introduction of the tour and the history of the city
20 minutes here
The most important theatre in the city that had many shows of all kinds
10 minutes here
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
A beautiful church with an altar covered with gold, walls that were used as a fortress and secrets to be told.
25 minutes here
A great square in the city that is used for all the events possible and the best place in the city to get exotic ice cream!
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oaxaca City
We meet right in front of the Main Cathedral in the city center as marked in the map. We will also create a WhatsApp group with your guide one day before the day of the tour for easier communication.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet right in front of the Main Cathedral in the city center as marked in the map. We will also create a WhatsApp group with your guide one day before the day of the tour for easier communication.
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Free Tour Oaxaca
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A good tour
I chose to have a more local tour than a touristy one and so the guide took me to local areas and markets. He explained to me how things work and he took my to try on some local food samples. It was brief yet was informative. I recommend.
via Viator
Oscar was kind, patient,...
Oscar was kind, patient, sincere and knowledgeable. Very kind to my children. It was a wonderful way to get to know the city.
via Viator
Good into to the City
It was my first time in Oaxaca and this tour gave me strong foundation to understand the rich history and culture. She discussed famous landmarks and architecture, notable leaders, food, as well as Zapotec and Mixtec culture. Elizabeth was knowledgeable and shared details that showed she was proud of her city. We later visited the San Pablo center which turned out to be a peaceful refuge from our sight-seeing. At times it was hard to hear her. To be fair, there was a large event going on by the church and it was very loud in general, but I would suggest she either step away to a quieter spot or talk much louder. Thanks for this free and educational tour!
via Tripadvisor
Jacob rocks
I had a great time at the free walking tour! Jacob was an incredible good guide, very knowledgeable, and his English was also excellent. Plus, I like how he seems to be very much himself, relaxed and very friendly, and not out to please the people on the tour with jokes like some guides tend to do. We had loads of questions about the city, it’s people and history, and he knew the answer to all of them. Really a nice and valuable introduction to this beautiful city. Please tip generously 🙏🏽
via Tripadvisor
Great intro to the city
I love walking tours as you get to learn a bit of history and check out cool spots you might not find on your own. And it’s a nice way to meet people if you’re travelling solo. Did the tour on Sat 16/11/19 and our guide (Jacob?) was awesome. He said he tends to get carried away and his boss hates him cos he gives a longer tour than the standard 2 hours haha! He was very knowledgeable, I have no idea how you remember all that history! He checked in to see if we needed to leave at anytime, let us know where bathrooms were, made sure we didn’t get lost/left behind. And he didn’t push us to buy anything and gave us space to check out things that we were interested in, like stopping to watch a wedding callejoneada (parade). Our tour highlighted churches, museums, the theatre and food ranging from street to nice restaurants. I loved the organic market he took us to. I went back the next day. I’d recommend this if you’re interested in learning about history/food/culture in Oaxaca any time during your stay! :)
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $17 to $77
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oaxaca City.
How much does Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated cost?
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Prices start at $17 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 Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 15 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 Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated?
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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 Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated?
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Around 5 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Oaxaca Private Tour, you choose! (customisable 2h) - Best Rated 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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