Market Day Tour
Destinations for the...
Market Day Tour
Here are our...
Destinations
Villa de Etla (Wednesday)
Kick off your market tour in Villa de Etla, where Wednesday brings a burst of local color, fresh cheeses, flowers, and everyday life. It's a calm yet vibrant introduction to the real Oaxaca—perfect for soaking in sights, sampling food, and connecting with the people behind the goods.
Zaachila (Thursday)
Step into living history at Zaachila’s Thursday market, where pre-Hispanic roots meet modern bustle. Traders in traditional dress offer everything from herbs and live animals to handmade clothing and mezcal. It’s raw, authentic, and utterly photogenic.
Ocotlán (Friday)
A craft lover’s dream, Ocotlán’s Friday market overflows with artisan goods: black pottery, alebrijes, embroidered blouses, and more. Meet the hands behind the heritage and shop straight from the source in this unforgettable open-air showcase.
Abastos Market – Oaxaca City (Saturday)
Dive into the chaotic, glorious madness of Abastos—the largest market in Oaxaca. It’s a labyrinth of flavors, textiles, spices, and surprises. Come hungry, come curious, and prepare to get wonderfully lost.
Tlacolula (Sunday)
The grand finale. Tlacolula’s Sunday market is legendary. It’s where rural meets urban, tradition meets trade. From handwoven baskets to roasted meats, embroidered aprons to fresh chocolate—you’ll find it all in one of Mesoamerica’s oldest markets still alive and thriving.
Villa de Etla (Wednesday)
Kick off your market tour in Villa de Etla, where Wednesday brings a burst of local color, fresh cheeses, flowers, and everyday life. It's a calm yet vibrant introduction to the real Oaxaca—perfect for soaking in sights, sampling food, and connecting with the people behind the goods.
Zaachila (Thursday)
Step into living history at Zaachila’s Thursday market, where pre-Hispanic roots meet modern bustle. Traders in traditional dress offer everything from herbs and live animals to handmade clothing and mezcal. It’s raw, authentic, and utterly photogenic.
Ocotlán (Friday)
A craft lover’s dream, Ocotlán’s Friday market overflows with artisan goods: black pottery, alebrijes, embroidered blouses, and more. Meet the hands behind the heritage and shop straight from the source in this unforgettable open-air showcase.
Abastos Market – Oaxaca City (Saturday)
Dive into the chaotic, glorious madness of Abastos—the largest market in Oaxaca. It’s a labyrinth of flavors, textiles, spices, and surprises. Come hungry, come curious, and prepare to get wonderfully lost.
Tlacolula (Sunday)
The grand finale. Tlacolula’s Sunday market is legendary. It’s where rural meets urban, tradition meets trade. From handwoven baskets to roasted meats, embroidered aprons to fresh chocolate—you’ll find it all in one of Mesoamerica’s oldest markets still alive and thriving.











