Oaxaca, Mexico — Know before you go
Oaxaca City is a vibrant cultural hub in southern Mexico, renowned for its rich indigenous heritage, stunning colonial architecture, and world-class cuisine. It's a city that delights the senses with its colorful markets, lively festivals, and exquisite flavors.
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Language
- Spanish; English is spoken in tourist areas but not universally.
- Time zone
- Central Standard Time (CST), UTC-6
- Electricity
- Type A and B plugs, 127V voltage.
- Best time to visit
- October to May (dry season), with special celebrations during Day of the Dead (late October) and Guelaguetza (July).
- Typical stay
- 3-5 days
Tipping, transport, food, culture, neighbourhoods, safety, emergency numbers and local phrases for Oaxaca.