Fernwayer’s Oaxaca de Juárez Tours

From its UNESCO-listed city center to the incredible landscapes nearby, Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most popular destinations. Famous for its paper and printed arts, it boasts one of the country’s most exciting cultural scenes, and is also the perfect place to explore Oaxaca’s legendary artisanal produce. Originally a Zapotec settlement, Oaxaca City retains a strong Indigenous influence. It also tells the story of post-Columbian Mexico, boasting superb colonial architecture, and its name partially comes from the legendary 19th-century president Benito Juárez. With a culinary scene which will have you salivating, Oaxaca de Juárez is an unmissable Mexico destination.

Art & Craft Tours in Oaxaca

Oaxaca's legendary crafts traditions are often a reason people travel to the region. With Fernwayer's experiences, you can have a private studio tour through one of the city's premier etching printers. Visit a beeswax candle artisan who reinvented the tradition in her youth, and keeps it alive in her beautiful workshop. Visit a family of stonemasons, whose ancestors have left their mark throughout the region. Get involved in a visit to a family weaving studio. Or, take a guided trip through the silk production process, and see some of the finest examples of silk, cotton and wool produce that Oaxaca has to offer.

History Tours in Oaxaca

Thanks to its usos y costumbres law, Oaxaca is one of the Mexican states where Indigenous communities retain the most autonomy. Thanks to this, there are many local historical and sacred sites which have been preserved by the region's Zapotec community. On a hike through a nearby mountain, you'll learn about the history of corn, and visit cave paintings, dating back 10,00 years, which are a designated UNESCO heritage site. You can also visit a local farming community, where pre-Columbian and Christian traditions have blended.

Food Tours in Oaxaca

Almost everyone in Mexico — and especially Oaxacans — will tell you that Oaxaca has the best food. And that's a big compliment in a country famed for its cuisine. Fernwayer's food and drink tours in Oaxaca include a morning walking tour to markets and great quality street vendors. You can also be immersed in the history of tejate, Oaxaca's legendary and highly refreshing maize flour drink. You can also engage in a cooking workshop with a Zapotec female collective. There, among other things, you'll learn about regional tamale-making. Get ready to taste history.

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Prefer expert guidance? In a one-hour session, we'll design a tailored itinerary anchored in Fernwayer’s exclusive experiences, self-explore spots, and handpicked dining and hotel recommendations. While we don’t handle bookings, we’ll help you craft an unforgettable journey. Book a consult at info@fernwayer.com. Share where you want to go, how many days, interests, and group size.