Zócalo de Oaxaca – Oaxaca Cathedral loop from Oaxaca City

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Mexico

Oaxaca

Zócalo de Oaxaca – Oaxaca Cathedral loop from Oaxaca City

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Zócalo de Oaxaca – Oaxaca Cathedral loop from Oaxaca City

03:07

10.3km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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741 m

Mercado 20 de Noviembre

Highlight • Rest Area

The market hall, which is not far from the Zócalo, is definitely worth a visit. Mexican life is in full swing here. You can get everything from souvenirs and clothing to bread, juices, fruit, coffee, meat and prepared meals.

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1.10 km

Zócalo de Oaxaca

Highlight • Settlement

1.25 km

Oaxaca Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

1.31 km

Tiempo de Gigantes Sculptures by Alberto Aragón Reyes

Highlight • Monument

The monumental exhibition of the sculpture group "Los Gigantes" by the Oaxacan plastic artist Alberto Aragón Reyes is located on one side of the Catedral Metropolitana in the Alameda de León and will be on display until December 1, 2024.

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2.75 km

Statue of Benito Juárez

Highlight • Monument

A beautiful district of Oaxaca that captivates with its charm, flair and chilled atmosphere. The murals that run through the entire district are magnificent! There are also numerous cafes where you can relax.

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2.85 km

Auditorio Guelaguetza

Highlight • Monument

3.42 km

Fuente andador Nicolás Copérnico

Lake

4.20 km

Parque Estatal Cerro del Fortín

Nature Reserve

4.52 km

Escarpada

Viewpoint

4.81 km

Viewpoint

6.55 km

View of Auditorio Guelaguetza

Highlight • Viewpoint

8.17 km

Steps to Cerro del Fortín

Highlight • Trail

The steps take you to Oaxaca's local mountain, Cerro del Fortín, just outside the center. From the top you are rewarded with a magnificent view of Oaxaca. However, you should not go up in the dark.

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10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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