5 Days in Oaxaca Mexico Itinerary

Begin your second day with an excursion to Monte Albán, one of the most important archaeological sites in Mexico. Explore the ancient ruins and learn about the Zapotec civilization. Before heading out, grab breakfast at Pan:am, known for its delicious baked goods.

After returning from Monte Albán, visit the bustling Abastos Market (Central de Abastos). This market is perfect for experiencing local life and finding unique souvenirs. Enjoy lunch at La Biznaga, which offers creative Oaxacan dishes.

In the evening, unwind with a mezcal tasting session at a secret location in downtown Oaxaca with Mezcal Tasting at a Secret Location in the Heart of Oaxaca. Mezcal is an integral part of Oaxacan culture, and this experience will deepen your appreciation for it. For dinner, dine at Los Danzantes, known for its innovative menu and beautiful setting.

Start your day with an insightful walking tour through downtown Oaxaca and Santo Domingo Temple with Oaxaca Downtown & Santo Domingo Temple Walking Tour. This tour will give you an understanding of the city's rich history and architecture. Have breakfast at Café Brújula, popular for its coffee and light bites.

In the afternoon, participate in a traditional cooking class that includes a market visit with Oaxaca Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class with Market Visit. You'll learn how to prepare authentic Oaxacan dishes from scratch. Enjoy your culinary creations as lunch during this class.

Conclude your day by exploring more of Oaxaca's vibrant street art scene on two wheels with an evening bike tour by joining  Oaxaca Street Art Bike Tour. Afterward, have dinner at Pitiona Cocina de Autor, which offers gourmet interpretations of classic Oaxacan flavors.

Embark on an adventure outside of Oaxaca city to Hierve el Agua with  From Oaxaca Hierve el Agua Hike and Mezcal Tour. These petrified waterfalls are one-of-a-kind natural wonders that offer stunning views. Before leaving town, have breakfast at Itanoni Antojeria y Tortilleria for some delicious traditional tortillas.

After hiking around Hierve el Agua, enjoy lunch during your tour while sampling different varieties of mezcal produced locally as part of this guided experience.

Return to Oaxaca city in time for dinner at Zandunga Sabor Istmeño where you can indulge yourself into Isthmus region-inspired dishes.

On your last day explore Mitla archaeological site by joining  Oaxaca Mitla Skip-the-Line Ticket to avoid queues while visiting these ancient ruins known for their intricate mosaics patterns . Start off early morning by having breakfast first thing first before departure from town itself like grabbing something quick yet tasty from Boulenc again if preferred!

After exploring Mitla head back towards town stopping over El Tule tree en route back - world’s widest tree trunk located nearby Santa Maria del Tule village . Have late lunch upon return back into central area itself perhaps trying out another popular eatery spot such as Origen Restaurant serving contemporary takes upon regional specialties.

Wrap up trip nicely spending last evening strolling around Zocalo square soaking up lively atmosphere surrounding main plaza area itself maybe catching live music performance happening nearby too! Finish off dining experience enjoying final meal somewhere special like reserving table beforehand over renowned fine dining venue called Casa Crespo offering scenic rooftop views overlooking cityscape below.