What to do in Oaxaca

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Carrizalillo Beach which includes swimming and a beach as well as a large group of people
Puerto Escondido showing a sunset, surfing and a beach
Puerto Escondido which includes swimming, surf and boating
Carrizalillo Beach featuring rugged coastline, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Places to Visit in Oaxaca

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Oaxaca Centro

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Churches, museums and art galleries are some highlights of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Oaxaca Textile Museum or Oaxaca Cathedral while you're exploring.

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Ruta Independencia

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Ruta Independencia, you might make a stop by sights like Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán.

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Jalatlaco

While Jalatlaco isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Santa Lucía del Camino

While Santa Lucía del Camino isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Reforma

While visiting Reforma, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Parque and Plaza Mazari.

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Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán

Archaeological sites and cafes are just a few things travellers like about Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán. A stop by Monte Albán is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán

 

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