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Hostels in Oaxaca Centro

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Hostels in Oaxaca Centro

1. Viajero Oaxaca Hostel

Viajero Oaxaca Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
$43
$51 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Viajero Oaxaca Hostel

2. Casa del Árbol Xochimilco

Casa del Árbol Xochimilco
Barrio de Xochimilco
$32
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Casa del Árbol Xochimilco

3. Luffa Hostel

Luffa Hostel
Santa Lucía del Camino
$32
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Luffa Hostel

4. Hotel Dos Lunas - Hostel

Hotel Dos Lunas - Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
$52
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Dos Lunas - Hostel

5. Andaina Hostel

Andaina Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
$27
$32 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Andaina Hostel

6. Selina Oaxaca

Selina Oaxaca
Oaxaca Centro
Selina Oaxaca

7. Azul Cielo Hostel

Azul Cielo Hostel
Oaxaca
$59
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Azul Cielo Hostel

8. Hierba de Conejo - Hostel

Hierba de Conejo - Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
$42
$50 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hierba de Conejo - Hostel

9. Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca

Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca
Oaxaca Centro
$34
$40 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Esencia Hostal Terminal Oaxaca

10. Maka Hostel

Maka Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
Maka Hostel

11. Paulina Youth Hostel

Paulina Youth Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
Paulina Youth Hostel

12. Parador San Fernando - Hostel

Parador San Fernando - Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
Parador San Fernando - Hostel

13. Casa Angel Hostel

Casa Angel Hostel
Oaxaca Centro
Casa Angel Hostel

14. Los Nardos Hostel

Los Nardos Hostel
Jalatlaco
Los Nardos Hostel

15. Hostal Eclipse Oaxaca - Hostel

Hostal Eclipse Oaxaca - Hostel
Oaxaca
Hostal Eclipse Oaxaca - Hostel
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Top landmarks in Oaxaca Centro

A cobblestone street with colorful buildings, a tree, and a brick archway.

Zócalo

9.2/10 (4,742 reviews)
Zócalo is worth passing through for a few pics when in Oaxaca Centro. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the art galleries, churches, and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here.
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A historic stone building with a bell tower and palm trees.

Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán

9.6/10 (3,897 reviews)
Oaxaca Centro is home to Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, so why not stop by during your stay in Oaxaca.
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A historic cathedral with a large bell tower, surrounded by a garden of agave plants.

Oaxaca Cathedral

9.4/10 (4,024 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Oaxaca Cathedral— just one of the monuments in Oaxaca Centro. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the cathedral, museums, and churches in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here.
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A historic cathedral with two bell towers and a courtyard with palm trees.
Photo by Sergio Camalich

Santo Domingo Square

9.6/10 (3,062 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Santo Domingo Square in Oaxaca Centro. Splash some more cash at Andador de Macedonia Alcala, Benito Juarez Market, and Mercado 20 de Noviembre.
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An aerial view of a historic building complex with multiple courtyards and surrounding greenery.

Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden

9.0/10 (1,570 reviews)
Ready for an education in local botany? Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Oaxaca. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to El Llano Park and Panuelito Garden, both a short walk away.
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A market with various colorful textiles and garments displayed on racks and mannequins.
Photo by Paul Westfall

Benito Juarez Market

9.2/10 (3,540 reviews)
If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Benito Juarez Market in Oaxaca Centro and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Mercado 20 de Noviembre, Santo Domingo Square, and Andador de Macedonia Alcala.
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Mercado 20 de Noviembre

9.4/10 (101 reviews)
If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Mercado 20 de Noviembre in Oaxaca Centro and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Benito Juarez Market, Santo Domingo Square, and Andador de Macedonia Alcala.
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El Llano Park

9.0/10 (911 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at El Llano Park in Oaxaca Centro. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden and Panuelito Garden, both a short walk away.
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About the destination

What's Oaxaca Centro Like?

In Oaxaca Centro, you can spend time checking out the cathedral, museums, and art scene. Enjoy the neighborhood's rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Oaxaca Cathedral and Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. There's plenty more to see, including Oaxaca Textile Museum and Zócalo.

How to Get to Oaxaca Centro

Flying to:

  • Oaxaca Intl. Airport, 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from Oaxaca Centro

Things to See and Do in and around Oaxaca Centro

What to See in Oaxaca Centro

  • Oaxaca Cathedral
  • Zócalo
  • Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
  • Oaxaca Ethnobotanical Garden
  • Andador de Macedonia Alcala

Things to Do in Oaxaca Centro

  • Oaxaca Textile Museum
  • Santo Domingo Square
  • Benito Juarez Market
  • Mercado 20 de Noviembre
  • Macedonio Alcalá Theater

Other Popular Oaxaca Centro Attractions

  • Jardín Etnobotánico
  • Nuestra Senora de la Soledad Basilica
  • El Llano Park
  • Centro Fotografico Alvarez Bravo
  • Museum of Oaxacan Painters

When Is the Best Time to Visit Oaxaca?

  • Hottest months: April, May, March, February (average 66°F)
  • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 62°F)
  • Rainiest months: September, June, August, July (average 9 inches of rainfall)