Santa Catarina Juquila Private Day Trip

Discover the history of a town shrouded by mysticism and beliefs with our Santa Catarina Juquila Private Day Trip from Puerto Escondido. You'll see one of Mexico's Magic Towns and visit some of Oaxaca's most iconic places.

Santa Catarina Juquila Private Day Trip

At 7 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Escondido and drive to Santa Catarina Juquila. The drive to this Pueblo Magico, an important pilgrimage site, takes about 2 hours.

Upon arrival, we will visit the Immaculate Shrine of Our Lady of Juquila, built between the 18th and 19th centuries, featuring two towers flanking the façade and a large half-orange dome. Inside, we will find Our Lady of Juquila, the state of Oaxaca's second patron saint. During the visit, you'll learn about the miracle that made her highly venerated.

Next, we will explore the municipal market, which offers a variety of handicrafts, traditional regional products, and images of the Virgen Mary. You will have 45 minutes of free time to have lunch at the market or in a local restaurant.

After lunch, we will visit Our Lady of Juquila Pedimiento, where you can observe congregants and their traditions, including people making wishes represented in clay figures.

We will return to your hotel in Puerto Escondido at 5:30 pm.