Discover Oaxaca’s vibrant food scene on this evening walking tour through the historic center. Taste a variety of authentic local specialties including enmoladas, tacos al pastor, tlayudas, traditional hot chocolate, and refreshing tejate while exploring lively markets and the famous Andador Turístico. Along the way, your local guide shares stories about Oaxaca’s rich culinary traditions. The experience finishes near the beautiful Santo Domingo Temple with a traditional mezcal shot, the perfect ending to a flavorful evening in Oaxaca.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.
Enjoy 7–8 traditional food and drink tastings including mole, tlayudas, tejate, mezcal, chocolate and more.
Gratuities are not included. Our guides make their living by providing great experiences, and tips are always appreciated if you enjoyed the tour.
Local Guide
The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. de la Independencia 1001
Jardín San Pablo (San Pablo Garden), Oaxaca Centro.
The garden is located on Av. Independencia, between Manuel Fernández Fiallo and Melchor Ocampo, directly across from Centro Cultural San Pablo and one block from Teatro Macedonio Alcalá.
Your guide will be waiting by the fountain inside the park.
Return
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
The tour finishes at the iconic Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, one of the most beautiful landmarks in Oaxaca. From here guests can easily continue exploring the vibrant Santo Domingo area, visit nearby mezcal bars, restaurants, and shops, or walk back to their hotels in the historic center.
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Oaxaca’s vibrant food scene on this evening walking tour through the historic center. Taste a variety of authentic local specialties including enmoladas, tacos al pastor, tlayudas, traditional hot chocolate, and refreshing tejate while exploring lively markets and the famous Andador Turístico. Along the way, your local guide shares stories about Oaxaca’s rich culinary traditions. The experience finishes near the beautiful Santo Domingo Temple with a traditional mezcal shot, the perfect ending to a flavorful evening in Oaxaca.
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.
Enjoy 7–8 traditional food and drink tastings including mole, tlayudas, tejate, mezcal, chocolate and more.
Gratuities are not included. Our guides make their living by providing great experiences, and tips are always appreciated if you enjoyed the tour.
Local Guide
The tour includes one bottle of water per guest. Any additional beverages such as extra water, beer, margaritas, or other drinks can be purchased directly at the stops.
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. de la Independencia 1001
Jardín San Pablo (San Pablo Garden), Oaxaca Centro.
The garden is located on Av. Independencia, between Manuel Fernández Fiallo and Melchor Ocampo, directly across from Centro Cultural San Pablo and one block from Teatro Macedonio Alcalá.
Your guide will be waiting by the fountain inside the park.
Return
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán
The tour finishes at the iconic Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, one of the most beautiful landmarks in Oaxaca. From here guests can easily continue exploring the vibrant Santo Domingo area, visit nearby mezcal bars, restaurants, and shops, or walk back to their hotels in the historic center.
We begin the experience at Jardín San Pablo, a peaceful garden in the heart of Oaxaca’s historic center. Here we introduce the history of the city and Oaxaca’s incredible culinary traditions before starting our walking food adventure.
10 minutes
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Centro Cultural San Pablo
As we begin our walk, we pass by the beautiful Centro Cultural San Pablo, a restored historic complex that blends colonial architecture with modern cultural life.
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El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez
Our first tasting introduces one of Oaxaca’s most iconic dishes: enmoladas. These soft tortillas are filled and covered with Oaxaca’s famous rich and complex mole sauce, a true symbol of local cuisine.
25 minutes
4
Mercado Benito Juarez
We continue to the vibrant Mercado Benito Juárez, one of the most famous markets in Oaxaca. Here guests will taste several traditional ingredients including:
Quesillo (Oaxaca’s famous string cheese)
Tejate, a refreshing pre-Hispanic cacao and corn drink
Chapulines (toasted grasshoppers), a traditional Oaxacan snack
Trying chapulines is completely optional. Guests who are curious are warmly invited to taste them, but there is absolutely no pressure if you prefer not to.
40 minutes
5
El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez
Next we enjoy one of Mexico’s most beloved street foods: tacos al pastor, freshly prepared with marinated pork and traditional toppings.
25 minutes
6
Zocalo
We walk through the Zócalo, the heart of Oaxaca’s historic center, where the Cathedral stands. This lively square is the social center of the city and a perfect place to understand everyday life in Oaxaca.
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El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez
Next we taste the iconic tlayuda. This large toasted tortilla is topped with beans, cheese, and other traditional ingredients, creating one of the most famous dishes in the region.
30 minutes
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El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez
No visit to Oaxaca is complete without its famous chocolate. We stop to enjoy traditional hot chocolate.
20 minutes
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Andador de Macedonia Alcala
We continue walking along the lively Andador Turístico, Oaxaca’s main pedestrian street. During this scenic walk of about 6 blocks, guests will see historic buildings, local shops, street musicians, and the vibrant atmosphere that makes Oaxaca so special.
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Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
We finish the experience near the stunning Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, where guests enjoy a traditional mezcal tasting while learning about the history and culture behind Oaxaca’s most famous spirit.
From here guests can continue exploring the beautiful Santo Domingo area, full of lively plazas, restaurants, and mezcal bars.
