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Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Oaxaca to the max with the best things to do in Oaxaca with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!

Tours in Oaxaca

Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Oaxaca to the max with the best things to do in Oaxaca with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!

Tours in Oaxaca

Real People. Real Stories. Really Good Travel.

  • Feel like a local, not a tourist

    Always private. It's just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.

  • More you, less checklist

    Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.

  • Travel that feels good

    Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.



Top 10 things to do in Oaxaca

Make your stay in Oaxaca complete with these things to do

  1. 1Experience image
    Portrait from local Carlos Vidal - The Foodie Lover
    Portrait from local Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Choose your favorite local

    The 10 Tastings of Oaxaca

    184 reviews
    3 hours | Food tours | Oaxaca

    Ready to taste the best food in Oaxaca? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Oaxaca.

    €51.47 per person
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  2. 2Experience image
    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Portrait from local Tanivet - The Oaxacan guide
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Oaxaca

    303 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Oaxaca

    Want to see the best of Oaxaca? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Oaxaca!

    €26.47 per person
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  3. 3Experience image
    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Portrait from local Sofia - La guajaca
    Choose your favorite local

    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Oaxaca

    135 reviews
    2.5 hours | Food tours | Oaxaca

    The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Oaxaca through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Oaxaca satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.

    €38.97 per person
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  4. 4Experience image
    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Portrait from local Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Choose your favorite local

    A Magical Evening in Oaxaca: City Tour

    303 reviews
    2.5 hours | City highlights tours | Oaxaca

    As the sun sets, Oaxaca lights up, the heat of the day fades, and the tourist crowds start to thin out. This is the time to enjoy the city at its atmospheric best on a private tour with a local! Take in glittering highlights and the local ambiance that only the evening brings out in Oaxaca.

    €26.84 per person
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    Portrait from local Cristina - The Cultural Connector
    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Choose your favorite local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Oaxaca City Tour

    301 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Oaxaca

    Did you know that the Oaxaca tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €29.41 per person
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    Portrait from local Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Portrait from local Rolando - The architect
    Choose your favorite local

    A Taste of Oaxaca: Mezcal Tour

    154 reviews
    2.5 hours | Food tours | Oaxaca

    Want to get a real local taste of the Oaxaca? Give it a taste and find out on this Mezcal private tour in Oaxaca! Join a local host expert in food and culture on a tour that will satisfy your cultural cravings for Mezcal with tastings, history, and highlights.

    €41.55 per person
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    Portrait from local Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Portrait from local Cristina - The Cultural Connector
    Choose your favorite local

    Off the Beaten Track in Oaxaca: Jalatlaco Tour

    86 reviews
    2.5 hours | Off the beaten track tours | Oaxaca

    Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Oaxaca. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Jalatlaco where you’ll experience a different Oaxaca, like a local with a local by your side!

    €18.38 per person
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    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Portrait from local Sofia - La guajaca
    Choose your favorite local

    Explore Hierve el Agua and Surroundings: Private Trip for Up to 5 People

    281 reviews
    7 hours | Day trips | Oaxaca

    Get ready for an unforgettable road trip from Oaxaca that takes you to the breathtaking Hierve el Agua, with enriching stops at Mitla and Teotitlán del Valle along the way! Enjoy the comfort of a private car and driver, accommodating up to 5 guests, while a knowledgeable guide reveals the hidden gems and cultural treasures of the region. From stunning viewpoints to charming villages and incredible natural beauty, this day trip offers the perfect blend of adventure and discovery—all tailored just for you! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore Oaxaca’s wonders with a local host guiding your journey!

    €115 per person
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    Portrait from local Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Portrait from local Sofia - La guajaca
    Choose your favorite local

    Mezcal Palenques of the Oaxaca Valley

    241 reviews
    6 hours | drinks-&-tastings | Oaxaca

    Head into the valley to the world capital of mezcal and watch a local family make it the traditional way, from roasting pit to still. Taste as you go and stop at the Mitla ruins on the way.

    €101 per person
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    Portrait from local Rolando - The architect
    Portrait from local Tanivet - The Oaxacan guide
    Choose your favorite local

    Oaxaca City Escape: Private Monte Albán & Cultural Tour for up to 5 People

    217 reviews
    6 hours | Day trips | Oaxaca

    Picture this: a scenic road trip from Oaxaca with your private guide, visiting the ancient ruins of Monte Albán, exploring the colorful village of Arrazola known for its handcrafted alebrijes, and experiencing authentic mezcal production at a local distillery. With stunning viewpoints, charming villages, and beautiful nature along the way, this day trip offers an unbeatable cultural adventure for up to 5 people—all in one day! It’s a dream trip made possible with a local host leading the way!

    €92.65 per person
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Explore Oaxaca with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Oaxaca with locals

  • Rolando

    The architect

    40 reviews
    English・Español
  • Carlos Vidal

    The Foodie Lover

    47 reviews
    English・Español
  • Tanivet

    The Oaxacan guide

    177 reviews
    English・Español
  • Cristina

    The Cultural Connector

    21 reviews
    English・Español
  • Raquel

    The Connector of Meaningful Experiences

    50 reviews
    English・Español
  • Sofia

    La guajaca

    51 reviews
    English
  • Alejandro

    your oaxacan lawyer

    13 reviews
    English・Español


Things to do in Oaxaca

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Oaxaca has to offer

  • The 10 Tastings of Oaxaca
    Carlos Vidal - The Foodie Lover
    Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Oaxaca

    4.9
    184 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €51.47 per person
  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Oaxaca
    Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Tanivet - The Oaxacan guide
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Oaxaca

    5.0
    303 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €26.47 per person
  • Culinary Kickstart Tour: Oaxaca
    Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Sofia - La guajaca
    Choose your local

    Culinary Kickstart Tour: Oaxaca

    4.9
    135 reviews
    2.5 hours • Food tours
    from €38.97 per person
  • A Magical Evening in Oaxaca: City Tour
    Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Choose your local

    A Magical Evening in Oaxaca: City Tour

    5.0
    303 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €26.84 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Oaxaca City Tour
    Cristina - The Cultural Connector
    Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Oaxaca City Tour

    5.0
    301 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €29.41 per person
  • A Taste of Oaxaca: Mezcal Tour
    Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Rolando - The architect
    Choose your local

    A Taste of Oaxaca: Mezcal Tour

    4.9
    154 reviews
    2.5 hours • Food tours
    from €41.55 per person
  • Off the Beaten Track in Oaxaca: Jalatlaco Tour
    Raquel - The Connector of Meaningful Experiences
    Cristina - The Cultural Connector
    Choose your local

    Off the Beaten Track in Oaxaca: Jalatlaco Tour

    4.9
    86 reviews
    2.5 hours • Off the beaten track tours
    from €18.38 per person
  • Explore Hierve el Agua and Surroundings: Private Trip for Up to 5 People
    Alejandro - your oaxacan lawyer
    Sofia - La guajaca
    Choose your local

    Explore Hierve el Agua and Surroundings: Private Trip for Up to 5 People

    4.9
    281 reviews
    7 hours • Day trips
    from €115 per person
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  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

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    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



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  • The 10 Tastings of Oaxaca

    4.9
    · 184 reviews
    From€51.47/person
    Carlos Vidal - The Foodie Lover
    +4
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    Travelers love our locals

    Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

    • 5.0

      Wonderful tour

      "We stayed at a hotel in this neighborhood, and this tour gave a great overview of restaurants, artist shops, street murals, and the history of the neighborhood. "

      local Rolando
      guest Mike
      MikeAbout local RolandoOaxaca, September 10, 2026
    • 5.0

      AWESOME

      "She was awsome . Knowledgeable. Punctual . Kind and considerate. Mentally enjoyed the tour. We learned a lot about the city got oriented. Thanks to her. I would surely use it again if she was available, but she’s busy."

      local Tanivet
      guest Deepika
      DeepikaAbout local TanivetOaxaca, September 6, 2026
    • 5.0

      Knowledgeable and entertaining

      "Raquel was a fantastic guide and host. Her knowledge as a studying anthropologist allowed our tour to go beyond just the food. She was able to offer unique perspectives on the history of the area and the socio-economic factors that make Oaxaca what it is. Highly recommended!"

      local Raquel
      guest Lawson
      LawsonAbout local RaquelOaxaca, September 6, 2026
    • 5.0

      Wonderful tour

      "10/10 A wonderful tour of the Highlights of Oaxaca architecture, history , culture. Rolando was very knowledgeable and went at our pace A perfect tour. "

      local Rolando
      guest FIONA
      FIONAAbout local RolandoOaxaca, August 28, 2026
    • 5.0

      Tanivet was amazing

      "Excellent tour guide - so caring , professional with a humane touch ! Rare in these days where money is everything"

      local Tanivet
      guest Sarah
      SarahAbout local TanivetOaxaca, August 11, 2026
    • 5.0

      Amazing tour with Cristina!

      "Our tour with Cristina was the highlight of our trip. She took us to spots that felt true to the city and deepened our appreciation for it. Cristina took time to answer our questions, kindly engage with our toddler, and share her beautiful city with warmth. Our only regret is not taking this tour earlier on in our stay in Oaxaca to more fully enjoy our time there. Highly recommend!"

      local Cristina
      guest Stephanie
      StephanieAbout local CristinaOaxaca, August 7, 2026
    • 5.0

      A great afternoon in Oaxaca

      "We had a wonderful afternoon in Oaxaca with Cristina. She took us around and we tasted amazing food that we would never ordered ourselves. At the end of the tour she took us to a restaurant that served the best taco’s we had in Mexico. They were even better than the Michelin star ones in CMDX. Thank you Cristina!"

      local Cristina
      guest Wouter
      WouterAbout local CristinaOaxaca, July 20, 2026
    • 5.0

      Tanivet is the best

      "Rated 10. Tanivet took the time to explain the background to everything we saw, adding in her own personal experiences which made the tour extrmely intereseting and informative. "

      local Tanivet
      guest SJ
      SJAbout local TanivetOaxaca, July 16, 2026
    • 5.0

      Christina is het best!

      "We had a fantastic evening with Cristina. Super special food and drinks, and she knows a lot anout the culture and history of Oaxaca as well. Great company! Thanks, Cristina!"

      local Cristina
      guest Tim
      TimAbout local CristinaOaxaca, July 15, 2026
    • 5.0

      A nice evening tour of Oaxaca

      "My friend and I had a wonderful private evening walking tour with Tanivet. Tanivet met us at our hotel and began the tour explaining the history and culture of Oaxaca. We went to various neighborhoods within the city where she took more to time to share in detail the life of local Oaxacans. The pace was nice and time was spent in each neighborhood where you can see its uniqueness and vibe. Highly recommend Tanivet and this evening walking tour!"

      local Tanivet
      guest Wing-Gee
      Wing-GeeAbout local TanivetOaxaca, July 4, 2026