Sunday Tour to Tlacolula Market

Embark on a Sunday Tlacolula Tour from Oaxaca and explore 16th-century constructions and archaeological wonders. Visit San Jerónimo Tlacochahuaya and the Archaeological Zone of Yagul, then experience the vibrant tianguis in Tlacolula.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • San Jeronimo Tlacochahuaya - We will visit the former convent of San Jerónimo Tlacochahuaya, which was founded by the Dominicans.
  • Yagul - We will visit this impressive archaeological zone, which was founded after the abandonment of Monte Albán.
  • Mercado Tlacolula - We will visit one of the most representative markets in the area; This…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • tips
  • Yagul Archaeological Zone 85 MXN per person
Additional Information

You will visit the impressive Church of Tlacochahuaya, an architectural treasure dating back to the 16th century. Then, we head to the colorful traditional market of Tlacolula, where flavors and colors merge into a symphony of culture. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire vibrant colors, enticing aromas and the bustle of locals exchanging…

Location
San Jeronimo Tlacochahuaya
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Barbara_s
Apr 29, 2024
Sunday market in Tlacolula - Great day. Spent quite a bit of time exploring the archaeological site of Yagul. Fascinating. The market at Tlacolula was everything I remembered from forty years ago, plus more. Exceptional part of the day was buying meat, and vegetables and having them cooked on parrillas while we waited. Then we sat at communal tables with communal condiments and enjoyed our lunch with local people and tourists. It was an experience I will never forget and a high point of our stay in Oaxaca.
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Silvia_s
Apr 22, 2024
Sunday tour - We loved this tour. The church was beautiful inside and out. We enjoyed the market, trying the various foods (recommend the barbacoa). From there we visited Yagul and that was spectacular. Our driver Homero was really great. Thank you.
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Kenneth_g
Apr 18, 2024
A great, fun half-day tour. - Alberto was an excellent tour guide. He was a good driver, a knowledgeable and helpful guide, and a great storyteller. He provided lots of useful tips for the market. It was just over half a day and the allotted for everything was just right. I highly recommend it.
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Greghu5633hf
Mar 3, 2024
A nice excursion with great guide - Very professional from initial contact to delivery back to our abode. Javier was friendly, knowledgeable, and a smooth driver. We were fortunate in having it be just the three of us so it felt more like a friend showing you his town than a tour. The time flew by as we visited the monastic church and learned about traditional Zapotec weaving. We opted to delete visiting the archeological zone and spent extra time in Tlacolula at the market and in the beautiful church there.
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Sheryn_o
Nov 22, 2023
Goat Soup! - The whole experience was topnotch. From the immediate communication via Whatsapp with Ariana; Javier’s prompt arrival in an immaculate van; the ability to alter the itinerary to suit us (as the sole participants); to a custom drop-off at our next lodging. Javier’s local knowledge and ease through the Tlacolula market and ability to work us into a rug cooperative in Teotitlan was remarkable. We thoroughly enjoyed this day here in Oaxaca!
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Elizabeth_b
Nov 15, 2023
A+ tour with great value - This was a great tour, and terrific value. I went mostly for the market tour, but was blown away by the gorgeous ruins and church visits. Highly recommended.
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Debra_s
Oct 26, 2023
Wonderful Sunday tour - Most memorable was walking the market at Tlacolula. It's HUGE. Five blocks of Sunday wares, and then a very large permanent market. Housewares, crafts, great food. . . and so many beautiful people. Jose Alberto walked with us, describing a great-tasting drink and explaining crafts, then he left us to explore on our own. . . perfect balance of overseeing and waiting while we explored. When our first destination, a church, was being used for a local event, Jose Alberto seamlessly re-routed to a slightly different but equally interesting place. He also explained the significance of the unknown-to-us ceremony happening at the church. Jose Alberto, with his great English, is an knowledgable guide, a great driver, and a lovely person to spend the day with in this fascinating part of Oaxaca state.
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Reiko_h
May 11, 2023
Nice tour - Our guide Alberto was really good. Since we were the only group he was flexible with our requests. The old church was so beautiful. We’ll definitely recommend this tour.
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Robin_s
Jun 5, 2023
Dissapointing Trip - Yagul is not excavated as much as the other ruins in the area. It was interesting being in the hills, but the area is not being maintained well. The Sunday market was full of activities and lots to see. The big dissapointment was Tlacochahuaya, the chuch was closed and no one in site. We were really looking forward to seeing this special church.
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