Monte Albán Half Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Our exciting half-day journey starts when we meet you at your hotel's lobby.
A certified bilingual guide will take you through the history and culture of Monte Albán, which is a major urban center built by the Zapotec Culture. It is the most important archaeological site in Oaxaca, and it has been proclaimed Cultural Heritage of Humanity along with the City of Oaxaca by UNESCO on December 11th, 1997.
The journey ends around 12:00 p.m., when we drop you off downtown, at your hotel's lobby. Just in time to taste a delicious lunch at one of our local restaurants
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is already included in the total duration time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
After hotel pickup, you will begin with a visit to Monte Alban, which is the major urban center built by the Zapotec culture and the most important state of Oaxaca archaeological zone.
What‘s Included
Bilingual certified guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission ticket $95 MXN
Pickup points
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Monte Albán Half Day Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour to Monte Alban
Leticia F,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was excellent! Edelmira was a great guide who was very informative and friendly. Monte Alban is a must see!
City on a Mountain
Francisco S,May 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Monte Alban is Spectacular! The site is very interesting and impressive with a rich history. Our guide Edelmira was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Take a hat/cap/umbrella for protection from the sun. Also, wear comfortable shoes with some traction.
Tour Monte Alban
BackPacker700862,Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ede was a great guide, with a lot of passion and wisdom. It was a great day in Monte Alban, workshops and typical Oaxaca food. 100% recommended
Half day Monte Albán tour
927julie,Jan 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my last day in Oaxaca and decided to do half day tour. This is a great tour. Ede is extremely knowledgeable and a fun guide. I asked to be dropped at the cultural museum afterwards and this was not a problem. I would recommend joining this tour.
Monte Alban and Craft Villages
FarAway17645623119,Dec 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent Tour, very punctual very comfortable service and our Guide Edelmira and Driver Kley 10 out of 10, recommended Tour of Monte Alban and its surroundings 👍🏼
Montealban Magic
A8011ZPjesuso,Dec 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent time and Edelmira our guide with a magical knowledge took us in the different periods We thank you for all the support and Congratulations on this magical and great State Oaxaca🙏
An excellent tour in Monte Alban
Ponleotracosasin,May 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A place with a lot of history, with its own personality, with an excellent climate, with an excellent guide, with a lot of patience and first-class transportation, always recommended, and bringing something fresh will always be important
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