Barrio de Xochimilco Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Zócalo
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a trip to Zócalo. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán is just one of the places to see in Oaxaca, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Monte Albán
Learn about the local history of Oaxaca with a stop at Monte Albán. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Auditorio Guelaguetza
Catch an event at Auditorio Guelaguetza during your trip to Oaxaca. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Santo Domingo Square
During your trip to Oaxaca, you can do some window-shopping at Santo Domingo Square. Discover the art scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Oaxaca Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Oaxaca with a stop at Oaxaca Cathedral. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Activities

Bike tour to the Tule Tree and the Gastronomic Market

Juárez Highlands: Ecotourism and Workshop Experience

Tour to Monte Alban, Barro Negro, Hip Loom and Alebrijes

Monte Alban Half Day Guided Tour

Monte Alban, Alebrijes & Black Pottery: Oaxaca Essential Day Tour

Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award Winning Family Distillery
Our pick of the best Barrio de Xochimilco Hotel Deals

Casa del Árbol Hostel Xochimilco

Hotel Victoria Oaxaca
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

One Oaxaca Centro Hotel
"Convenient free parking garage and centrally located"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Oaxaca-Centro Historico by IHG
"They change the menu every day. I like the honesty from the staff, We were waiting for in lobby for Us to pick up for a tour and my wife dropped $500 pesos were She was sitting, the next morning the receptionist gave to me."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Casa 1800 Oaxaca Boutique Hotel City Center Based

Quinta Real Oaxaca
"Absolutely Wonderful! They kept the old world ambiance yet give you a 5star stay! The restaurant is So Good! Service throughout could not be better! Outstanding Service!!! Thank You for a Great Stay!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Barrio de Xochimilco

Luis Jiménez Figueroa
While Luis Jiménez Figueroa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Auditorio Guelaguetza and Andador de Macedonia Alcala.

Ruta Independencia
While visiting Ruta Independencia, you might make a stop by sights like Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Andador de Macedonia Alcala.

Reforma
While visiting Reforma, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Mazari and Plaza Parque.

Jalatlaco
While Jalatlaco isn't home to many top sights, El Llano Park and Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Calzada Madero
While visiting Calzada Madero, you might make a stop by sights like Nuestra Senora de la Soledad Basilica and Basilica of Our Lady of Solitude.

Oaxaca Centro
Churches, museums and art galleries are some highlights of Oaxaca Centro. Make a stop by Oaxaca Textile Museum or Oaxaca Cathedral while you're exploring.
