Oaxacan Urban Mythology and Colonial Art
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Come with me, an art historian, to explore the Urban Mythology and Colonial Art in Oaxaca’s Historic Center.
Guided by a compass that doesn’t point north, but to the past, and a vintage map marked with legends, symbols, and colonial architecture, we’ll begin an exploration through the city’s founding neighborhoods.
Along the way, you’ll discover secrets carved into temples and haunted alleyways, following the traces left behind by those who lived in Oaxaca centuries ago.
A unique experience for explorers of the invisible.
By the end of the tour you will have mapped the city in a historical way, eaten an ice cream and learned some new ways to taste mezcal.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
We will see churches and buildings with art representative of the colonial era.
Building that has had several uses in history and has a unique architectural style in the city.
What‘s Included
Mezcal shot/Minimum age allowed is only 18 years old
antique map
Ice cream
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Oaxacan Urban Mythology and Colonial Art
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Intro to Oaxaca City Through Its Conflicted Past
Thomas E,,May 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Victoria was very knowledgeable and a wonderful story teller. She laid out the city and its history in a way that was interesting and understandable. We felt like we knew the city and its history better after the tour! Thank you!
Wonderful history, stories and legends while walking.
Kathryn H,,Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I learned some wonderful legends and tales along with Oaxacan history while tracing the ordinal landmarks of Oaxaca City. Veronica has created beautiful and detailed illustrations of her stories. Churches of Santo Domingo, Soledad and the main Cathedral were the settings for these stories and I was delighted. Towards the end we stopped for ice cream and…of course, Mezcal! 😀
Loved attention and service d Vero
veronica esquivel,,Jul 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super recommended Vero, polite, informed, punctual. I clear my doubts and I loved your stories!!! The snow and the mezcalito of the best. Willingness, good service and excellent service. Thank you. Julio 23, 2024 Verónica Esquivel
Do this tour - it would enrich your experience of Oaxaca.
VashtiN,,May 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Veronica was engaging, easy to be with and conducted a unique and interesting tour. Our stay in Oaxaca is enriched by the information she shared. The ice cream stop was a nice touch and we got a chance to chat and learn about Mezcal, restaurants, foods etc. Your stay in Oaxaca would definitely be enhanced if you do this tour.
So fun!
Morgan F,,May 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Vero was very knowledgeable and a joy to be around. She was also very accommodating to our schedule which we appreciate. The tour was fun and we loved the folklore stories along with the history. Highly recommend!
Adorable, friendly guide who represents the city well
HLSHWS,,Apr 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this. Our guide was adorable, enthusiastic and such a treat to meet. You'll see several churches and enjoy walking between them all.
Excellent guide
SHREYA S,,Mar 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Veronica was fantastic! Great storyteller, kept the tour engaging, she was very flexible with us. I would recommend this activity as a great way to get an overview of the city.
Fun, interesting, and informative!
Elizabeth S,,Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We were able to see many churches in the area, get an overall sense of the city design, and a hear a little urban mythology. I was introduced to a fantastic place I otherwise would not have known about near the western edge of centro.
Wonderfully enlightening history and mythology!
Jillian B,,Mar 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Vernica was knowledgeable, friendly, and a pleasure to learn from! She shared stories and history that brought Oaxaca to life! We got to see a lot of the city and she provided additional recommendations. Highly recommend!
Delightful and Informative
Moses D,,Mar 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00She was very informative and passionate about sharing Oaxaca. I highly recommend the tour, it was very rewarding and educational.
From MX$650.00
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