Since this is a private tour, we can certainly include some interesting spots if you have any specific favourites. But if you are not sure, here is a list of the main and most iconic places in Oaxaca that we can show you.

Built over almost 200 years and finished in 1733, this stunning green cantera stone Cathedral is the heart of Oaxaca's faith and history. With its baroque facade, intricate interior and massive gold-leaf altar, it’s survived multiple earthquakes and still stands majestic. You’ll feel the centuries of devotion the moment you step inside.

The soul of the city — Oaxaca’s Zócalo is where life happens. Surrounded by colonial arches, 200-year-old laurels, cafes and street musicians, the Portal del Palacio is the perfect spot to sit, taste a mezcal or a hot chocolate and watch Oaxaca pass by. It’s colorful, vibrant and unforgettable.

Inaugurated in 1909 during the Porfiriato era, this French-style Art Nouveau jewel is one of Mexico’s most beautiful theaters. With its marble lobby, velvet curtains and painted ceiling, it has hosted opera, concerts and legends for over 100 years. Even if you don't catch a show, stepping inside is like traveling back in time.

This is Oaxaca’s famous pedestrian street that connects the Zócalo to Santo Domingo. Lined with colonial buildings, galleries, mezcalerias, chocolate shops and artisan boutiques, every step is a new discovery. You’ll walk it slowly, tasting, shopping and falling in love with the city.

A hidden oasis right next to Santo Domingo, this charming garden was restored by the famous textile artist Antonia Labastida. Full of native plants, quiet paths and local art, it’s a peaceful break from the bustling center. Perfect for photos, resting and feeling the most authentic Oaxacan boho-chic vibe.

Considered one of the finest examples of Mexican baroque in the world, this 1575 Dominican temple will leave you speechless. Its interior is covered in over 60,000 sheets of gold leaf, intricate stucco and sacred art. Right next to it is the Cultural Center — you will experience the glory of Oaxaca’s colonial power in one place.

Perched on a small hill with an incredible view of the city, this 16th-century church is where the famous Guelaguetza festival was born. According to legend, the Virgin of Carmen appeared here, and every July the hilltop fills with music and dance. It’s intimate, spiritual and offers one of the best sunsets in Oaxaca.

Built between 1682 and 1690, this is the home of Oaxaca’s beloved patron saint, La Virgen de la Soledad. With its unique atrium carved like a folding screen and its solemn, beautiful interior dressed in traditional velvet embroidered with gold, it is a symbol of deep faith and identity for every Oaxaqueño. A must for understanding the soul of Oaxaca.

Just below the Carmen Alto hill, this open-air stone plaza was built in 1959 for cultural events and traditional dances. Surrounded by old cantera staircases and colonial facades, it’s now a vibrant stage where you can catch impromptu Guelaguetza performances, concerts and local life. It’s the perfect finale with a panoramic view that will stay with you forever.