20 de Noviembre Market (Mercado 20 de Noviembre) Tours and Activities

Me Encanta Oaxaca is a small family project run by Betsaida & Javier, locals born & raised in Oaxaca. This project started with the simple wish to share the world the beauty & cultural richness of Oaxaca state. As consecuence, Me Encanta Oaxaca is a phrase that expresses how much we like it and we believe that once you live Oaxaca, it’ll cast a spell on you. We’re not only proud of our roots, but also we’re committed to support the local consumption of cooks, mezcal makers, artisans & more in order to we promote a sustainable tourism in the different spots and communities that we visit. Therefore, once you join us in our tours you’ll live an authentic experience with us.

Try and taste the true traditional food of Oaxaca, not in restaurants! The food of Oaxaca is recognized nationally and internationally. The markets of Oaxaca are the most popular places to taste traditional Oaxacan cuisine. Explore the flavors and smells of Oaxacan cuisine from the most traditional places.

History and tour of the most important places in the historic center of the Oaxacan capital with high historical content.

Find culture, history and excellent souvenir shopping on this 4.5-hour guided tour of the city of Oaxaca. Explore by foot the ‘zócalo’ (town square) and city center, and visit the Temple of Santo Domingo de Guzman and the Oaxaca Regional Museum located in its former convent. Wander the stalls of 20 de Noviembre and Benito Juarez, two of Oaxaca’s most popular markets, and pick up woven goods, crafts and tasty snacks like chocolates and chilies. Hotel pickup and drop-off by coach included.

Hola!! I’m Betsy Morales, a Oaxaqueña, someone who was born and raised in the beautiful city of Oaxaca! Located in the heart of the city, is the world-renown Benito Juarez market, where my family has owned a family restaurant for over 20 years. I know the Oaxaca markets like the back of my hand, as I grew up in the markets.. surrounded by the flavors, smells, culture, traditions, and visitors from around the world! It is an honor to share with you the traditions and cultures of my beloved Oaxaca. I will share with you my knowledge of Oaxaca’s internationally recognized gastronomy. In addition, the “Oaxaca Street Food Tour” supports the lifeblood of our community, generations of local business owners. As we say in Oaxaca.. !Buen Prevecho! Betsy Morales

We will begin our tour by viewing the Santo Domingo de Guzmán temple, a monumental architectural complex of the Dominican Order, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful examples of the barracks in Mexico. We continue on foot on the tourist walkway, from Santo Domingo de Guzmán and to the city center, where various museums, galleries, handicraft stores and restaurants are located. In the center we will be able to enjoy band music and marimba, which play in the kiosk of the zócalo, we will visit the portals of the center, in the constitution garden. During our tour we can enjoy a delicious Oaxacan snow or a "Tejate", a refreshing pre-Hispanic drink. We will end with a visit to the November 20 market, where you can enjoy the rich gastronomy of Oaxaca and the Benito Juárez market, which is the most traditional, where you can buy the famous "Oaxacan mole", Quesillo and Chapulines.