# Oaxaca, Mexico

Día de Muertos in Oaxaca (31 October – 2 November) books out months ahead. Cemetery-vigil etiquette, comparsa routes, the… — 15 saved links · 4-day itinerary

Curated by Epic Itineraries · 15 saved links · 7 articles · 3 videos · 2 restaurants · 2 stays · 1 activity · from youtube.com, alwayspacktissues.com and 11 more · updated 6 September 2026

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## The plan

A four-day immersion into Oaxaca's Día de Muertos, focusing on Zapotec traditions, artisan crafts, and the sensory experience of the festival. This plan prioritises walking through historic neighbourhoods like Jalatlaco and visiting essential cemeteries and archaeological sites.

Tags: Best for ages 7+, Heavy outdoor walking days, 4 activities require advance booking, Concentrated in Centro/Jalatlaco, 3 specific market days mentioned

### Day 1 — Centro Markets & Marigold Fields

**Morning**

- Tacos del Carmen (Centro Histórico, 1 hour)

**Afternoon**

- Cempasúchil Field Visit (Zimatlán del Alvarez, 2-3 hours)

**Evening**

- Zócalo Mega Ofrenda (Centro Histórico, 1-2 hours)

### Day 2 — Ancient History & Alebrijes

**Morning**

- Monte Albán Archaeological Site (Monte Albán, 3-4 hours)

**Afternoon**

- Alebrije Workshop in San Martín Tilcajete (San Martín Tilcajete, 2 hours)

**Evening**

- Jalatlaco Mural Walk (Jalatlaco, 1-2 hours)

### Day 3 — Mitla & Petrified Waterfalls

**Morning**

- Mitla Ruins (City of the Dead) (Mitla, 2 hours)

**Afternoon**

- Hierve el Agua (Valles Centrales, 3 hours)

**Evening**

- Magna Comparsa (Grand Parade) (Centro Histórico, 3 hours)

### Day 4 — The Big Night: Altars & Cemeteries

**Morning**

- Pasillo de Humo (Smoke Alley) (Centro Histórico, 1.5 hours)

**Afternoon**

- Pan de Muerto Workshop (Mitla or Centro, 2 hours)

**Evening**

- Panteón Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán (Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán, 2-3 hours)

### Book ahead

- Oaxaca Accommodation — essential, book 6-8 months ahead
- Mezcaloteca Tasting — recommended, book 2 days ahead
- WSE Day of the Dead Tours — essential, book 2-3 months ahead

## This week here

### Thu 1 Oct (2026-10-01)

- All Saints’ Eve cemetery visits — Evenings, at Oaxaca City
- Cemetery Night Vigils (Oct 31–Nov 2) — Evenings, at Santa Cruz Xoxocotlan Cemetery, Santa Cruz Xoxocotlan
- Cemetery vigils and tours — Oct – Nov, at Xoxocotlán, Oaxaca
- Day of the Dead family celebration — Oct – Nov, at San Agustín Etla, Oaxaca
- Day of the Dead tour activities — Oct – Nov, at Jalatlaco, Oaxaca City
- Flower Harvest Festival — Oct, at San Antonino Castillo Velasco, Central Valleys

## Places

### Sights (39)

- Monte Alban, Oaxaca
- Zocalo, Oaxaca City
- Zocalo, Oaxaca
- Hierve el Agua, Valles Centrales

### Areas (34)

- Jalatlaco, Oaxaca City
- Oaxaca
- Jalatlaco, Oaxaca
- Mitla, Oaxaca

### Stays (29)

- AYOOK, Oaxaca City
- Boulenc Bed & Bread Hotel, Oaxaca City
- Casa Antonieta, Centro, Oaxaca de Juárez
- Casa Antonieta, Oaxaca City

### Food & drink (20)

- Tacos del Carmen, Oaxaca
- Adamá, Oaxaca
- Alfonsina, Oaxaca
- Almu, Oaxaca

### Things to do (10)

- Mezcaloteca, Oaxaca
- Tlacolula Market, Tlacolula
- Casa Crespo, Oaxaca
- Central de Abastos, Oaxaca City

### Getting around (8)

- Calle Francisco Javier Mina, Oaxaca
- Calle Macedonio Alcalá, Oaxaca City
- Garcia Vigil, Oaxaca
- Macedonio Alcala, Oaxaca

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## Sources

- [Oaxaca Day of the Dead 2026: Your Ultimate Travel Guide](https://www.wheresidewalksend.com/oaxaca-day-of-the-dead-dia-de-los-muertos/) — wheresidewalksend.com, article
- [Oaxaca Day of the Dead 2026: Your Ultimate Festival Guide](https://culturestraveled.com/oaxaca-day-of-the-dead/) — culturestraveled.com, article
- [Oaxaca Day of the Dead: Complete Calendar of Events, Festivals, Markets & Traditions](https://www.mexicoinsider.mx/oaxaca-day-of-the-dead/) — mexicoinsider.mx, article
- [Day of the Dead in Oaxaca: Traditions & 2024 Trip Itinerary](https://thehaphazardtraveler.com/day-of-the-dead-in-oaxaca/) — thehaphazardtraveler.com, article
- [Day of the Dead in Oaxaca: Complete Celebration Guide](https://oaxacaautentico.com/en/blog/day-of-the-dead-oaxaca-complete-guide/) — oaxacaautentico.com, article
- [My Oaxaca Day Of The Dead Experience: Full Schedule And Events](https://mexicotravel.blog/oaxaca-day-of-the-dead/) — mexicotravel.blog, article
- [Best Things to Do in Oaxaca 2026: An Honest Travel Guide](https://travelgilt.com/things-to-do-in-oaxaca/) — travelgilt.com, article
- [Monte Alban (Oaxaca) | Guide + My Best Tips | Mexico 2026](https://www.voyagemexique.info/en/monte-alban/) — voyagemexique.info, activity
- [The 24 Best Restaurants In Oaxaca](https://www.theinfatuation.com/oaxaca/guides/best-restaurants-oaxaca) — theinfatuation.com, restaurant
- [Oaxaca Foodie Guide: Oaxacan Cuisine and the Best Restaurants In Oaxaca](https://www.alwayspacktissues.com/post/oaxaca-foodie-guide) — alwayspacktissues.com, restaurant
- [The 12 Cutest Boutique Hotels in Oaxaca, Mexico](https://bucketlistbri.com/boutique-hotels-oaxaca/) — bucketlistbri.com, accommodation
- [10 Charming Boutique Hotels in Oaxaca for an Incredible Stay - The Guide Mexico](https://theguidemexico.mx/boutique-hotels-in-oaxaca/) — theguidemexico.mx, accommodation
- [Street Food in Oaxaca - CHEESE CORN CHAMPION and Mexican Meat Alley Tour in Mexico!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cF7hnBuHlAI) — youtube.com, video
- [Oaxaca Food Tour and City Guide - The BEST Food in Mexico?! | Oaxaca, Mexico](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aT5doi8JsSY) — youtube.com, video
- [Oaxaca City Walking & Eating Tour: Must-See Sites, Markets & Best Street Food 2026 🇲🇽](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KoxIuBqRL4) — youtube.com, video