Mount Alban Day Trip

The Monte Albán archaeological sites are essential for visitors to Oaxaca. This tour allows you to explore significant archaeological sites in Zapotec culture.

Day Trip Details

You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to Mount Alban, located 10 km from the city of Oaxaca. Upon arrival, you will explore the ancient site with an expert guide. You will visit pyramids, temples, altars, and various residential structures around the central square. The ceremonial center of Mount Alban was a significant religious site in Mesoamerica and the capital of the Zapotec civilization. The tour will enhance your understanding of the culture and history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The excursion concludes back at your hotel after a 3-hour tour.

Pickup Service

During Easter, July 1, the Day of the Dead holidays, and Christmas, various collection points will be established due to traffic congestion. The local supplier will contact you with your exact pickup point:

San Felipe del Agua area: Hotel Ángel InnSanta Lucía area: Puerta del CCO (Oaxaca Convention Center)North zone: corner of Juárez el Llano parkSouth zone: in front of the Hotel HaciendaEast zone: parish of Nuestra Señora de La MercedWest area: Chapel of San José

Archeological Site Tickets

The ticket to the archeological site of Mount Alban is not included. The approximate price is 95 MXN per person.