One-day itinerary · Sud du Mexique · Mexique
What to see in one day in Oaxaca: 5 churches not to miss
Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of Oaxaca in a single day.
13.2 km on foot · about 6 h with visits
Stop 1
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Oaxaca
Cathedral · Oaxaca de Juárez
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 2 · 0.5 km from the previous stop
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
Church · Oaxaca de Juárez
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 3 · 0.8 km from the previous stop
Basilica of Our Lady of Solitude
Sanctuary · Oaxaca de Juárez
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 4 · 3.0 km from the previous stop
Oaxaca México Temple
Church
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 5 · 8.9 km from the previous stop
Ex-monastery of Santiago Apóstol
Church · Cuilápam de Guerrero
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guide
Tips for the day
- Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
- Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
- Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.
Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.