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Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour

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4.675 out of 5 stars
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Guided tour
Oaxaca de Juarez: Monte Alban Half-Day Tour
Top rated
4.675 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.675 out of 5 stars
240 reviews

Discover the pyramids on a half-day tour of the Monte Albán archaeological zone

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Kevin John – United Kingdom

Very well organised. Easy pick up. Tour provided informative background history in accessible way. Opportunity afterwards to wander around the site before returning to the hotel.

E
Edina – Germany

incredible experience, so much better than Teotihuacan. Our guide was so knowledgable and entertaining, I couldn’t stop taking notes because wanted to remember all the interesting information he shared. Big thanks to Daniel (???- sorry, I am always really bad with remembering names). Totally recommended!

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    5 de Mayo 300

  • Van

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Monte Albán Archaeological Site

    Guided tour (3.5 hours)

  • Van

    (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    5 de Mayo 300

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Be amazed by the various pyramids of Monte Alban
  • Learn about the surprising Zapotec culture
  • Discover the wonderful architecture of the site

Full description

Discover the pyramids of Oaxaca at Monte Albán, which means "White Mountain" and sits on a vast expanse of mountaintop with spectacular 360-degree views of the Valley of Oaxaca. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with the city of Oaxaca, this pre-Columbian archaeological site is considered the most spectacular of the ancient ruins in the region. On this guided bus tour from Oaxaca, you'll explore the vast ceremonial complex filled with pyramids and ceremonial stelae, a massive ball court, and 170 excavated tombs.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Certified bilingual guide
  • Drop-off at hotel or Airbnb
  • Entrance ticket to the archaeological zone of Monte Alban
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People over 331 lbs (150 kg)
  • People over 70 years

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Meeting point

Wait at the entrance of the hotel until one of the coordinators finds you.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Drinks
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • It is recommended to have breakfast beforehand, remember that the entrance ticket to the archaeological site is not included.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 240 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Kevin John – United KingdomApril 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Very well organised. Easy pick up. Tour provided informative background history in accessible way. Opportunity afterwards to wander around the site before returning to the hotel.
E
Edina – GermanyApril 7, 2025 – Verified booking
incredible experience, so much better than Teotihuacan. Our guide was so knowledgable and entertaining, I couldn’t stop taking notes because wanted to remember all the interesting information he shared. Big thanks to Daniel (???- sorry, I am always really bad with remembering names). Totally recommended!
K
Katharine – United KingdomMarch 29, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide was very knowledgable and also gave enough free time to explore the site independently.

Product ID: 570678

Activity provider:EL CONVENTO DMC, S.A. DE C.V.

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