Huatulco City Tour
Huatulco
Overview
Although breathtaking beaches might be the reason for your Huatulco visit, the neighboring town of La Crucecita deserves its own late afternoon exploration. Come on this guided Huatulco city tour and experience a colorful church, architectural wonders at every turn, markets full of crafts, and exquisite foods. The magic of Oaxaca comes alive here!
- Explore the quaint town of La Crucecita and feel the magic
- Visit the local church and see one of the largest paintings in the world
- Discover trinkets and souvenirs to take home in a Mexican market
- Enjoy exquisite Oaxacan cuisine and snacks available for purchase
- Activity duration: 3 hours (not including transportation time to and from activity)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
Description
Visit a lively church and its iconic painting
Ride a comfortable vehicle from your Huatulco resort to the neighboring town of La Crucecita, which means ‘The Small Cross’. A bilingual guide will start out your Huatulco city tour at the Church of the Small Cross (Iglesia de La Crucecita), known for its representation of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Her iconic image is displayed on the entire ceiling of this church, making it one of the largest paintings in the world. Your tour will also let you see La Crucecita’s main square, which comes alive with relaxed locals and visitors in the evening hours.
Experience Oaxaca’s foods and goods
Next, your guided Huatulco city tour takes you to the Mexican market with dozens of local vendors selling souvenirs, woven textiles, pottery, silver, and beaded jewelry. Make sure to check out the ‘alebrijes’ — wooden carvings of fantastical creatures synonymous with the state of Oaxaca. The market also offers fragrant aromas coming from the food stalls selling fruits, vegetables, chocolate and coffee. You’ll most likely get hungry, but luckily for you, there’s an array of traditional Oaxacan snacks and dishes, which you can purchase and enjoy before heading back to your resort.
Ride a comfortable vehicle from your Huatulco resort to the neighboring town of La Crucecita, which means ‘The Small Cross’. A bilingual guide will start out your Huatulco city tour at the Church of the Small Cross (Iglesia de La Crucecita), known for its representation of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Her iconic image is displayed on the entire ceiling of this church, making it one of the largest paintings in the world. Your tour will also let you see La Crucecita’s main square, which comes alive with relaxed locals and visitors in the evening hours.
Experience Oaxaca’s foods and goods
Next, your guided Huatulco city tour takes you to the Mexican market with dozens of local vendors selling souvenirs, woven textiles, pottery, silver, and beaded jewelry. Make sure to check out the ‘alebrijes’ — wooden carvings of fantastical creatures synonymous with the state of Oaxaca. The market also offers fragrant aromas coming from the food stalls selling fruits, vegetables, chocolate and coffee. You’ll most likely get hungry, but luckily for you, there’s an array of traditional Oaxacan snacks and dishes, which you can purchase and enjoy before heading back to your resort.
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation
Practical Information
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and your camera
- Bring extra money for dinner, snacks, drinks and souvenirs (tipping is optional)
Good To Know
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Tour Language: English / Spanish
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Tour Location(s): Huatulco
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Season: All year long
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Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
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Minimum Age Requirement: 5 years old
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Hotel Pick-up Available: Yes
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Good Physical Condition Required: No
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Suitable For Children : Yes
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Suitable For Elderly: Yes
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Pregnant Woman Allowed: Yes
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