On an immense esplanade at 1,940 meters above sea level, this area is formed by a large rectangular Plaza surrounded by palaces, temples, shrines, ballgame and tombs. It is part of the list of World Heritage Sites of UNESCO.In this place, the ingenuity of the artisans is reflected in the wood carvings of the copal, creating a fantastic zoology that is exhibited and sold in the own homes of the craftsmen with the name of alebrijes.Majestic monastery convent of the sixteenth century where the Open Chapel stands out, the church with an unfinished basilica floor and the Ex-convent. General Vicente Guerrero was shot here.Its main attraction is the black clay pottery made by local artisans, achieving pieces of extraordinary beauty, with technique of draft and burnished. This tradition goes back to pre-Hispanic times. There is a beautiful church of the 16th century, a Museum of Ceramics and the State Museum of Popular Art.
Mexico · Art & Craft
Private Family Tour to Visit Monte Albán, Alebrijes and Barro Negro
The journey
- 01 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Monte Albán
- 02 Explore artisan workshops known for handcrafted alebrijes
- 03 See the historic Ex-Convent of Cuilapan de Guerrero
- 04 Discover the black clay pottery tradition of San Bartolo Coyotepec
- 05 Enjoy a private tour with guide and driver
- 06 Travel at your own pace with time for photos and sightseeing
Discover some of Oaxaca’s most iconic cultural and archaeological highlights on this private family tour, designed for a relaxed day out with your own group. Visit the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Monte Albán, explore the colorful world of alebrijes craftsmanship, and admire the celebrated black clay pottery tradition of San Bartolo Coyotepec.
Travel with a guide and driver in a modern vehicle and enjoy the flexibility of visiting at your own pace, with time for photos, local culture, and artisan workshops along the way. This route also includes the historic Ex-Convent of Cuilapan de Guerrero and Zaachila, known for its traditional food scene.
Visit the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Monte Albán, explore the colorful world of alebrijes craftsmanship, and admire the celebrated black clay pottery tradition of San Bartolo Coyotepec.
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- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
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- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- If your hotel is not listed, do not worry, we will be in contact with you before your departure to clarify where you are staying
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