Food Scene
Reserve a table on the terrace for a magical and romantic dinner. Casa Oaxaca is a foodie destination, ranked in the top 50 restaurants in Latin America, and #1 in all of Mexico in 2015.
149 locals recommend
Restaurante Casa Oaxaca
104-A C/ de la ConstituciónReserve a table on the terrace for a magical and romantic dinner. Casa Oaxaca is a foodie destination, ranked in the top 50 restaurants in Latin America, and #1 in all of Mexico in 2015.
For a little bit of hipster Brooklyn, right in Oaxaca. All breads and pastries baked on site, with vegetarian options, kombucha, and a variety of fermented foods to go. Dog friendly, I like to bring one of my rescue dogs with me for a coffee date.
132 locals recommend
Boulenc
207 C. Porfirio DíazFor a little bit of hipster Brooklyn, right in Oaxaca. All breads and pastries baked on site, with vegetarian options, kombucha, and a variety of fermented foods to go. Dog friendly, I like to bring one of my rescue dogs with me for a coffee date.
Wonderful cafe with lots of vegetarian options, plus an independent book store and tiny organic and natural foods market for snacks to go: try the vegan cheeses and kombucha. Run by a cooperative of local women who are involved in social justice projects.
33 locals recommend
La Jícara Librespacio Cultural
1105 C. Porfirio DíazWonderful cafe with lots of vegetarian options, plus an independent book store and tiny organic and natural foods market for snacks to go: try the vegan cheeses and kombucha. Run by a cooperative of local women who are involved in social justice projects.
Wonderful cocktails and small bites in a beautiful space with brick walls and good music playing. Tiny bar area if you just want to grab a drink and a bite, or if you are traveling solo and want to eat at the bar instead of at a table.
58 locals recommend
Sabina Sabe
209 5 de MayoWonderful cocktails and small bites in a beautiful space with brick walls and good music playing. Tiny bar area if you just want to grab a drink and a bite, or if you are traveling solo and want to eat at the bar instead of at a table.
In this upstairs restaurant, you can enjoy the Zocalo scene from one of the balcony tables - without being harassed by the parade of street vendors below. Varied menu with something for everyone. Fantastic desserts!
Tr3s 3istro Restaurant & Oyster Bar
3 Portal Las FloresIn this upstairs restaurant, you can enjoy the Zocalo scene from one of the balcony tables - without being harassed by the parade of street vendors below. Varied menu with something for everyone. Fantastic desserts!
This indoor food market takes up a whole city block and is the place to go eat and shop with the locals.
Look for the comedor "Sarita" with an orange awning: this is where you can find the BEST mole negro in Oaxaca. Also tamales, chile rellenos and traditional hot chocolate. Sarita is a multi-generation family run food stand, and my adopted grandmother in Oaxaca. :) Enjoy the home cooking! They have two stands in the market, so if the counter is full, have them point you to their space with the giant tile-covered table - this is where I always bring groups to eat in the market.
201 locals recommend
20 de Noviembre Market
512 20 de NoviembreThis indoor food market takes up a whole city block and is the place to go eat and shop with the locals.
Look for the comedor "Sarita" with an orange awning: this is where you can find the BEST mole negro in Oaxaca. Also tamales, chile rellenos and traditional hot chocolate. Sarita is a multi-generation family run food stand, and my adopted grandmother in Oaxaca. :) Enjoy the home cooking! They have two stands in the market, so if the counter is full, have them point you to their space with the giant tile-covered table - this is where I always bring groups to eat in the market.
Delicious Vegetarian Mole, salads, nice cocktails with fresh salsa made at your table.
28 locals recommend
Tierra del Sol Casa Restaurante
411 ReformaDelicious Vegetarian Mole, salads, nice cocktails with fresh salsa made at your table.
Los Danzantes
403 C. Macedonio AlcaláRomantic courtyard setting for a wonderful lunch or dinner.
Get a table upstairs on the terrace. Wonderful selection of small plates to share and cocktails.
6 locals recommend
Mezquite
601-A C. de Manuel García VigilGet a table upstairs on the terrace. Wonderful selection of small plates to share and cocktails.
When you are tired of Mexican food... get authentic Italian food from this restaurant owned by a native of Florence, Italy. Wood-fired pizza and an amazing selection of wines - by the glass or bottle (to go!).
13 locals recommend
Vieja Lira Reforma
100 Calzada de la RepúblicaWhen you are tired of Mexican food... get authentic Italian food from this restaurant owned by a native of Florence, Italy. Wood-fired pizza and an amazing selection of wines - by the glass or bottle (to go!).
The name of this market is Mercado La Cosecha. Tucked away in an outdoor courtyard, this is an organic market with independently run food stalls: try the vegan ice cream made with coconut milk and turmeric! Open only Weds - Sunday, from morning until about 5 pm. Fresh veggie stalls, too.
25 locals recommend
Organic Harvest Market
806 C. Macedonio AlcaláThe name of this market is Mercado La Cosecha. Tucked away in an outdoor courtyard, this is an organic market with independently run food stalls: try the vegan ice cream made with coconut milk and turmeric! Open only Weds - Sunday, from morning until about 5 pm. Fresh veggie stalls, too.
Essentials
Our local market, where the locals shop instead of a regular grocery store. You can eat at a traditional food stall for breakfast and lunch, wonderful fresh juices available until about noon.
68 locals recommend
Sanchez Pascuas Market
719 Calle de Tinoco y PalaciosOur local market, where the locals shop instead of a regular grocery store. You can eat at a traditional food stall for breakfast and lunch, wonderful fresh juices available until about noon.
Centrally located laundry service - drop off your clothes and they will wash, dry, fold for you.
Lavandería García Vigil
Centrally located laundry service - drop off your clothes and they will wash, dry, fold for you.
Pharmacy with a medical doctor on staff - in case you need non-emergency medical attention or a prescription filled.
8 locals recommend
Farmacias del Ahorro
101 Mariano MatamorosPharmacy with a medical doctor on staff - in case you need non-emergency medical attention or a prescription filled.
Hospital Reforma
613 ReformaHospital with pharmacy and medical consults available in case of injury or illness.
Convenience store for groceries, ice, liquor, personal care supplies. Small deli, bakery, and some fresh produce, too.
Pitico Express Conzatti
703 ReformaConvenience store for groceries, ice, liquor, personal care supplies. Small deli, bakery, and some fresh produce, too.
Small corner convenience store for snacks, beverages, ice, liquor, personal and home care supplies.
Pitico Express (Cerca de parque El Llano)
373 C. de BerriozábalSmall corner convenience store for snacks, beverages, ice, liquor, personal and home care supplies.
HSBC ATM
700 Calle de José María Pino SuárezATM attached to HSBC Bank across from El Llano park.
Parks & Nature
Beautiful park where the locals hang out. Great for a jogging around the perimeter, or a stroll. If you have little kids, there are electric car rentals, art classes and a big Sponge Bob slide on the weekends, plus a little train that wheels around the park. Wonderful photo opps of a truly local scene. Great street food made by Oaxaca's grandmothers: try an empanada, fresh juice, tamale. There are elote (corn) vendors, and ice cream, too.
101 locals recommend
El Llano
Beautiful park where the locals hang out. Great for a jogging around the perimeter, or a stroll. If you have little kids, there are electric car rentals, art classes and a big Sponge Bob slide on the weekends, plus a little train that wheels around the park. Wonderful photo opps of a truly local scene. Great street food made by Oaxaca's grandmothers: try an empanada, fresh juice, tamale. There are elote (corn) vendors, and ice cream, too.
Not really a "beach" per se, but a beautiful place in nature to go for a swim in natural mineral pools, with some hiking trails. There are some cabanas on site if you wish to stay overnight. All of the local tour companies in Oaxaca have day trips to Hierve el Agua. It's about an hour and a half drive outside of Oaxaca City.
195 locals recommend
Hierve el Agua
Hierve el AguaNot really a "beach" per se, but a beautiful place in nature to go for a swim in natural mineral pools, with some hiking trails. There are some cabanas on site if you wish to stay overnight. All of the local tour companies in Oaxaca have day trips to Hierve el Agua. It's about an hour and a half drive outside of Oaxaca City.
Oaxaca City is surrounded by beautiful mountains and traditional villages off the beaten path. Get out and enjoy nature on foot or mountain bike with local guides.
Zapotrek
304 A C. Macedonio AlcaláOaxaca City is surrounded by beautiful mountains and traditional villages off the beaten path. Get out and enjoy nature on foot or mountain bike with local guides.
Oaxaca's botanical garden is available by tour only. At the entrance you'll find a listing of guided tours available in English, Spanish and other languages. Bring a bottle of water and wear a hat and/or sunscreen. The tour lasts a couple of hours and is one of the most highly rated activities in Oaxaca, if you are into learning about local flora and fauna.
162 locals recommend
Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca
Sur n ReformaOaxaca's botanical garden is available by tour only. At the entrance you'll find a listing of guided tours available in English, Spanish and other languages. Bring a bottle of water and wear a hat and/or sunscreen. The tour lasts a couple of hours and is one of the most highly rated activities in Oaxaca, if you are into learning about local flora and fauna.
Shopping
Oaxaca's big, traditional market takes up a full city block and is an assault for all of the senses. Shop with the locals for traditional crafts, spices, mole, flowers, and more...
101 locals recommend
Benito Juarez Market
S/N Las CasasOaxaca's big, traditional market takes up a full city block and is an assault for all of the senses. Shop with the locals for traditional crafts, spices, mole, flowers, and more...
Pedestrian-only walk that starts near the Zocalo at Calle Independencia and goes up to the Santo Domingo Church.
Alcala
Pedestrian-only walk that starts near the Zocalo at Calle Independencia and goes up to the Santo Domingo Church.
Crafts Market
General Ignacio ZaragozaMercado de Artisanias. Artesan Market - the place to get textiles!
Entertainment & Activities
Bicibella Oaxaca
802 C. Macedonio AlcaláRent a bike and ride around town, or buy a beautiful restored vintage bike.
Sightseeing
If you like traditional bustling outdoor markets, visit Tlacalula on Sunday morning - where the weekly market happens. Don't miss the church (this is where the bathrooms are, too) or the covered market, where you can buy specialty breads and get your veggies or meat grilled for a picnic in front of the church with the locals.
72 locals recommend
Tlacolula de Matamoros
If you like traditional bustling outdoor markets, visit Tlacalula on Sunday morning - where the weekly market happens. Don't miss the church (this is where the bathrooms are, too) or the covered market, where you can buy specialty breads and get your veggies or meat grilled for a picnic in front of the church with the locals.
Magnificent cathedral with attached museum on ground of former monastery. Surrounding plazas have cultural events and live music. The botanical garden is behind the church.
313 locals recommend
Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
s/n C. Macedonio AlcaláMagnificent cathedral with attached museum on ground of former monastery. Surrounding plazas have cultural events and live music. The botanical garden is behind the church.
Drinks & Nightlife
More of a pub than a bar, a family friendly place where you can hear live jazz most nights while sipping a cocktail or beer and having a burger. If you're vegetarian, order the guacamole and a baked potato. They also have a rooftop terrace.
28 locals recommend
Prague Coffee Bar
106 C. de Ignacio AllendeMore of a pub than a bar, a family friendly place where you can hear live jazz most nights while sipping a cocktail or beer and having a burger. If you're vegetarian, order the guacamole and a baked potato. They also have a rooftop terrace.