The best family-friendly activities in Oaxaca for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Oaxaca, Mexico
Mexico on Your Plate: Hands-On Cooking Experience

Start with a warm welcome and a refreshing homemade fruit drink Get hands-on making tortillas from scratch (yes, you’ll make your own!) ‍ Cook a …More

Start with a warm welcome and a refreshing homemade fruit drink Get hands-on making tortillas from scratch (yes, you’ll make your own!) ‍ Cook a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (68)
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$74
Hierve el Agua: Hiking and Time to Swim + Tule Tree & Meal

Discover two must-see places in Oaxaca in a comfortable and well-organized experience. Visit the majestic Tule Tree, known for its impressive size and history, and …More

Discover two must-see places in Oaxaca in a comfortable and well-organized experience. Visit the majestic Tule Tree, known for its impressive size and history, and...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (69)
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$44
Huatulco Bahías Tour

Enjoy an incredible adventure in the spectacular beaches of Huatulco aboard a boat, where we will visit 7 of the 9 Bays of Huatulco. We …More

Enjoy an incredible adventure in the spectacular beaches of Huatulco aboard a boat, where we will visit 7 of the 9 Bays of Huatulco. We...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (73)
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$50
Hierve el Agua,Mitla,Tule,Mezcal and more

This is a very long but very complete tour if you only have a few days to know Oaxaca , you will visit 5 of …More

This is a very long but very complete tour if you only have a few days to know Oaxaca , you will visit 5 of...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.2 (91)
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$41
Art walk & Cacao delight

During our ART & CACAO TOUR you will discover the secret corners and murals of Oaxaca in Jalatalco and Centro areas. Meeting and mingling with …More

During our ART & CACAO TOUR you will discover the secret corners and murals of Oaxaca in Jalatalco and Centro areas. Meeting and mingling with...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (121)
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$72
From Huatulco: Turtle Release & Bioluminescence

*You support the natural ones by raising awareness of the importance of protecting the sea turtles of the Oaxacan Coast *You support newborn turtles to …More

*You support the natural ones by raising awareness of the importance of protecting the sea turtles of the Oaxacan Coast *You support newborn turtles to...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (33)
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$120
3 Levels of Huatulco the coffee you've been looking for

This excursion can be done only in this very spot in the whole country. Alonge the mexican coast line only here you can enjoy in …More

This excursion can be done only in this very spot in the whole country. Alonge the mexican coast line only here you can enjoy in...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (56)
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$80
Hierve el Agua, Tlacolula Sunday Market & Weaving

Ideal for people who have little time to visit the city of Oaxaca and want to explore the most emblematic places of the surroundings in …More

Ideal for people who have little time to visit the city of Oaxaca and want to explore the most emblematic places of the surroundings in...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (58)
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$108
Street Food and Markets Tour, Meat or Veggie Options

Experience the true essence of traditional Oaxacan cuisine with our exclusive Street Food Tour, led by a local expert. This culinary adventure takes you to …More

Experience the true essence of traditional Oaxacan cuisine with our exclusive Street Food Tour, led by a local expert. This culinary adventure takes you to...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
First Day in Oaxaca – Guided Walking Tour

Discover Oaxaca with your personal guide! Join a small-group walking tour that turns the city into a living story. We’ll wander the UNESCO! Listed historic …More

Discover Oaxaca with your personal guide! Join a small-group walking tour that turns the city into a living story. We’ll wander the UNESCO! Listed historic...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$22
Oaxaca Streets Food Tour with 14+ Tastings

Most visitors to Oaxaca never experience the city’s nighttime food scene when neighbourhood grills fire up, late-night vendors appear, and regional specialities take centre stage. …More

Most visitors to Oaxaca never experience the city’s nighttime food scene when neighbourhood grills fire up, late-night vendors appear, and regional specialities take centre stage....

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (27)
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$69
Pyramids Archaeological Site HT

From couple hundred archeological sites opened officially to the public there are only 2 sites in Mexico by the water, One is Tulum in the …More

From couple hundred archeological sites opened officially to the public there are only 2 sites in Mexico by the water, One is Tulum in the...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (42)
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$80
Oaxacan Urban Mythology and Colonial Art

Come with me, an art historian, to explore the Urban Mythology and Colonial Art in Oaxaca’s Historic Center. Guided by a compass that doesn’t point …More

Come with me, an art historian, to explore the Urban Mythology and Colonial Art in Oaxaca’s Historic Center. Guided by a compass that doesn’t point...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Street Food Cooking Class

This cooking class offers a delicious culinary and cultural experience that explore a variety of Mexican cuisine. Join us on this 3.5-hour tour and live …More

This cooking class offers a delicious culinary and cultural experience that explore a variety of Mexican cuisine. Join us on this 3.5-hour tour and live...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (129)
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$110
Full Day Tour Turtle Release and Bioluminescence

We give you the opportunity to live an unforgettable experience in the Laguna de Manialtepec, observing the wonderful phenomenon of Bioluminescence, which generates the lagoon …More

We give you the opportunity to live an unforgettable experience in the Laguna de Manialtepec, observing the wonderful phenomenon of Bioluminescence, which generates the lagoon...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.8 (43)
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$81
Make Your Own Chocolate with Oaxacan Tradition Private Class

I am originally from the Zoque ethnic group of the Chimalapa community, Isthmus Region, Oaxaca state, I come from a chocolate family by tradition, here …More

I am originally from the Zoque ethnic group of the Chimalapa community, Isthmus Region, Oaxaca state, I come from a chocolate family by tradition, here...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$122
Private Professional Tour Guide in Oaxaca 3 hours - Best Rated

Unlock the Secrets of Oaxaca with Your Personalized Private Tour Guide Explore the enchanting city of Oaxaca with a tailored, expert-led private tour, crafted specifically …More

Unlock the Secrets of Oaxaca with Your Personalized Private Tour Guide Explore the enchanting city of Oaxaca with a tailored, expert-led private tour, crafted specifically...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$18
Puerto Escondido Dolphin and Whale Watching

Puerto Escondido's Pacific waters are home to dolphins, sea turtles, seasonal manta rays, and humpback whales. This shared boat trip, capped at 12 travelers, gives …More

Puerto Escondido's Pacific waters are home to dolphins, sea turtles, seasonal manta rays, and humpback whales. This shared boat trip, capped at 12 travelers, gives...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$52
Monte Alban Full Experience for 3 Hours with Admission Included

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the incredible archaeological site of Monte Albán with our team! We have certified guides who are committed to providing …More

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the incredible archaeological site of Monte Albán with our team! We have certified guides who are committed to providing...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (56)
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$39
Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro

Explore two of Oaxaca’s most iconic experiences in one unforgettable day! Start with a scenic drive to Hierve el Agua, where you’ll swim in natural …More

Explore two of Oaxaca’s most iconic experiences in one unforgettable day! Start with a scenic drive to Hierve el Agua, where you’ll swim in natural...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (115)
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$66
Paths of Mezcal

We offer a deep insight into the archeology, nature and living culture of Oaxaca. Through the wonderful ancestral architecture in Mitla, the interaction with Zapotec …More

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Paths of Mezcal

We offer a deep insight into the archeology, nature and living culture of Oaxaca. Through the wonderful ancestral architecture in Mitla, the interaction with Zapotec...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$80
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