Jalatlaco & Xochimilco Walking Tours
Discover Oaxaca Beyond the Postcard.
Explore two of Oaxaca’s most traditional and colorful neighborhoods with a local guide.
Walk through historic streets, discover local art and murals, learn about Día de Muertos, traditions and everyday life beyond Oaxaca’s main tourist streets.
Tip-Based
9:00 AM or 4:00 PM
Reservation Required
English
Yellow umbrella
FREE TO BOOK · TIP-BASED
Suggested tip: $200–$500 MXN per person
Reserve your free spot
Questions? Whatsapp us: +52 951 525 7240
Free to book · Tip-based
Reservation required · No deposit
Discover Oaxaca Beyond the Postcard.
Two Neighborhoods. A Different Side of Oaxaca.
Leave the busiest tourist streets behind and explore Xochimilco and Jalatlaco, where local traditions, art, architecture and everyday life are still part of the atmosphere.Leave the busiest tourist streets behind and explore Xochimilco and Jalatlaco, where local traditions, art, architecture and everyday life are still part of the atmosphere.
Traditional Neighborhoods
Local Life
Historic Streets
Murals & Street Art
Día de Muertos
Colorful Streets
Architecture
Hidden Details
Local Stories
Photography
And Leave Knowing What to Do Next.
Your guide also shares local recommendations for food, markets, cafés, mezcal, nightlife and other experiences worth discovering during the rest of your stay.
What you’ll experience
Walk With a Local
Explore Oaxaca with a guide who knows the city beyond its landmarks.
Historic Center
Discover important places while understanding the stories and context behind them.
History That Makes Sense
Connect key moments from Oaxaca’s past with the city you see around you today.
Culture & Traditions
Learn about customs, celebrations and traditions that are still part of everyday Oaxacan life.
Hidden Corners
Notice streets, details and places many visitors simply walk past.
Local Recommendations
Get real tips for food, markets, cafés, mezcal, nightlife and what to explore next.
Discover Like a Local
Ask questions, explore the city and leave with a better understanding of Oaxaca.
TOUR INFORMATION
English: Daily
Spanish: Monday–Saturday
Approx. 2.5 hours
Free to book · Tip-based
$200 MXN per person
Up to 20 guests per departure
English & Spanish
TOUR INFORMATION
Local walking guide
Guided walk through Oaxaca’s Historic Center
Historical and cultural context
Insights into traditions and everyday life
Local food and market recommendations
Hidden corners and local stories
Recommendations for the rest of your stay
TOUR INFORMATION
Food and beverages
Museum or attraction entrance fees
Transportation
Personal purchases
Guide gratuity
Tips are voluntary and given directly to your guide.
MEETING POINT
Teatro Macedonio Alcalá
Av. de la Independencia 900
Centro, Oaxaca de Juárez
Meet us in front of the theater entrance. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early and look for our guide holding the yellow umbrella.
IMPORTANT: FIND THE YELLOW UMBRELLA
Our guides are easy to recognize. Meet us in front of Teatro Macedonio Alcalá and look for the yellow umbrella before your departure time.
RESERVATION & TIPS
Your reservation is completely free. No upfront payment is required.
At the end of the walk, you decide how much you want to tip your guide based on your experience and budget.
CANCELLATION
Plans changed? Please cancel your booking as soon as possible so your spots can become available to other travelers.
For changes or questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
GROUP SIZE
Each departure has a maximum capacity of 20 guests. Booking in advance helps us manage group size and guide availability.
Traveling with your own group? Ask about our Private City Tour.
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable walking shoes
Water
Sunscreen
Camera
Curiosity
Hat or cap
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
Respect the City You Came to Discover.
Oaxaca is not just a destination — it’s home to the people and communities you’ll meet along the way. Please respect local residents, businesses, markets, cultural spaces and public areas throughout the tour.
Travel curious. Walk respectfully.
FREE WALKING TOUR
How does the Free Walking Tour work?
The Free Walking Tour operates on a tip-based model.
There is no fixed ticket price for the tour.
You join the experience, explore Oaxaca with a local guide and, at the end, decide how much you would like to tip based on your experience and budget.
Is the Free Walking Tour really free?
There is no mandatory fixed tour price.
The experience works on tips, which means guests decide what they would like to give their guide at the end of the tour.
How long is the Free Walking Tour?
Approximately 2.5 hours.
Where does the Free Walking Tour start?
At Teatro Macedonio Alcalá, in Oaxaca’s Historic Center.
Look for our guide with the yellow umbrella.
How will I recognize the guide?
Look for the yellow umbrella.
It is the easiest way to identify the Free Walk Oaxaca meeting point and guide.
What are the Free Walking Tour times?
English
Monday–Saturday
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
1:00 PM
4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM
1:00 PM
4:00 PM
Spanish
Monday–Friday
10:00 AM
4:00 PM
Do I need to book the Free Walking Tour in advance?
Booking is recommended so we know you are coming and can better manage group sizes.
Walk-ins may also be able to join when space is available.
What will we see on the Free Walking Tour?
The experience focuses on Oaxaca’s Historic Center and connects history with culture, traditions, food, everyday life, local stories and recommendations.
The exact route and content can vary depending on the guide and conditions on the day.
Is the Free Walking Tour a historical tour?
History is part of the experience, but the tour is not designed as an academic lecture focused only on dates and monuments.
The aim is to help travelers understand Oaxaca through its history, culture, traditions and local life.
Walk Oaxaca. Meet a Local.
Understand the City.
Start your time in Oaxaca with the people who know it best. No fixed ticket price — just reserve your spot and find the yellow umbrella.
PRIVATE CITY TOUR
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Meeting point free Walking Tour
Schedule: Monday to Saturday: Morning: 10:00 a.m, 11:00 a.m. Afternoon: 1:00 p.m, 4:00 p.m, 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m, 1:00 p.m, 4:00 p.m.
FODIE TIP WALK
Reserve your spot today and dive into the rich, colorful world of Oaxaca’s most iconic markets!
$1,100 Mexican pesos with all food tastings included.
Duration: 3 ½ hours of immersive market exploration.
How to Book
Please note that our tours require a MINIMUM OF TWO PARTICIPANTS to operate. We recommend booking with a friend, ASK VIA EMAIL if someone already booked or checking our calendar for existing tour dates if you are traveling solo
Thanks for being ready to explore with us
Our tours need a buddy system—we require a minimum of 2 foodies to run each adventure. If we don’t meet the magic number, no worries! We’ll pop into your inbox to offer you another date or time so you don’t miss out on the fun.