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15 tours in Oaxaca, Mexico, in English and other languages

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Oaxaca Free Walking Tour - The best Introduction

9.4 (1,144)

The perfect introduction to Oaxaca! On this tour, we’ll bridge the pre-Hispanic past with today’s vibrant culture. Explore the roots of social struggle and resistance while sipping a refreshing local drink.

Provided by Kactus Tour

2h 15min

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

2h 15min

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

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Free Tour in Oaxaca

9.3 (485)

Explore Oaxaca City with an expert guide who will show you its culture, architecture, music, history, and political movements from a local point of view. Discover this marvelous city on our 3-hour walking tour.

Provided by Oaxaca Free City Walking Tour

2h 30min

10:00 AM

2h 30min

10:00 AM

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Free Tour Premium Oaxaca: Historic Center with Professional Local Guide

9.8 (89)

Join this unique tour through the Historic Center of CDMX! Discover its pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern past as you walk through its streets, squares, and most emblematic monuments with a historian guide.

Provided by Free Tour Europe

2 hours

10:30 AM, 4:00 PM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

10:30 AM, 4:00 PM +1 More +1 More

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Xochimilco Free Tour of Oaxaca: Aztec Roots, Aqueduct & Art

9.8 (24)

Discover Xochimilco, an ancient Aztec-founded neighborhood in Oaxaca. Explore colonial alleys, traditional loom workshops, and the 17th-century aqueduct. Experience a village-like vibe filled with history, murals, and local legends.

Provided by Tizoc Tours and Experiences

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

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Jalatlaco Street Art Walking Free Tour

9.7 (57)

Discover Jalatlaco, Oaxaca, on this vibrant street art walking tour. Explore striking murals celebrating Oaxacan traditions and nature while uncovering the stories behind the art—a colorful journey through the heart of Mexico’s culture.

Provided by Oaxaca by locals

2 hours

10:00 AM, 4:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 4:00 PM

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Free Walking Tour Oaxaca

9.6 (90)

Experience the magic of Oaxaca on foot! Join this free walking tour with expert local guides to explore vibrant streets and hidden gems. Uncover the fascinating history behind the city’s stunning colonial architecture.

Provided by Oaxaca by locals

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +1 More +1 More

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Free Tour Murals and Workshops of Jalatlaco in Oaxaca

9.4 (86)

Join a local artist and discover Jalatlaco’s vibrant murals, street art, and hidden galleries. Explore one of Oaxaca’s most iconic and colorful neighborhoods through its creative soul! Don't miss out!

Provided by Tizoc Tours and Experiences

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

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Oaxaca City Free Tour: The Cultural Heart of Mexico

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Explore Oaxaca City with a certified local guide on this immersive tour. From pre-Hispanic roots to colonial beauty at Santo Domingo, uncover our history, best mezcal, and hidden food spots. Experience the real soul of Mexico with us!

Provided by Tizoc Tours and Experiences

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

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Essential Oaxaca Free Tour: History, Art and Tips from a Local Guide

9.1 (78)

Join the best free tour of Oaxaca! Discover its history, culture, and charming corners with a local's eye. Live an authentic small-group experience as you explore this Mexican gem on foot.

Provided by Estación

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +2 More +2 More

2 hours

10:00 AM, 11:00 AM +2 More +2 More

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2,442 Reviews in Oaxaca

by Clare McKenna

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

"Oaxaca free walking tour"

I highly recommend Kactus free walking tour of Oaxaca. My guide Jenny was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable about the history of Oaxaca and its rich and vibrant culture. I have fallen in love...

by ABIGAIL SADKA

Reviewed on Jun 04, 2026

"Tony was amazing! ???? It was an incredible tour"

The tour was very informative and gave us a good explanation about the history of the city and what should we explore here during our visit.

by Taissa Araujo

Reviewed on May 30, 2026

"Recommend!"

Great tour, great communication. Guide Jenny was amazing!!

by Julian Voß

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

"Great Oaxaca Tour"

We had a fantastic tour with our guide Josma. He was incredibly knowledgeable and showed us a lot of the city and explained many things about Mexico and the city itself!

by Darryl Willoughby

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

"Julio tour April 28, 2026 12:30 PM"

Julio provided a fabulous tour that exceeded our expectations.

by Sophia Maier

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

"Sunny tour to get to know the city"

Loved our tour with Abel! So informative and fun!

by Jorge Carlos

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

"UOAXACAVWALKING TOUR!"

The WhatsApp guide was excellent—very engaging, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.

by Lotte de Haan

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

"Amazing tour!!"

Had a lovely time in the city thanks to Fernanda! She was so kind and knowledgeable about all aspects of the city! Got a lot of amazing recommendations so the fun didn’t end after the tour, would...

by Barbara Schumacher

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

"Eine sehr schöne Tour"

Jenny is a wonderful guide. The tour was informative and interesting.

by Lubomira Todorova

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

"Introducción Oaxaca"

Thanks to Josmar for sharing the history and culture of Oaxaca with us :)

by Enrike Pons

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

"Un Recorrido muy bueno y con muchos datos que no sabia"

Fernanda is very professional and always shares interesting facts that aren't commonly known. You can tell she really knows her stuff. I loved it. Thank you so much, Fer.

by Phil Mattern

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

"Nice experience"

The free Walking tour was a nice opportunity to learn some facts about the city and its places that you otherwise would have missed. Especially at the beginning we learned a lot about the culture...

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