Xochimilco Free Tour of Oaxaca: Aztec Roots, Aqueduct & Art

Come join this free walking tour through Xochimilco, the oldest neighborhood in Oaxaca City. This tour offers a quiet escape from the bustling downtown while getting in touch with Oaxacan traditions such as chocolate, looms and colonial architecure. What you'll see: History & engineering: Marvel at the 18th-century aqueduct built by Dominican priests. Its stone arches now frame colorful streets, colonial homes, and even a comedy Hollywood film set. *Flavors and tradition: Did you know chocolate was invented in Mexico? The highlight of the tour: Corazón de Cacao is a local chocolate workshop run by a family. You'll get to know them, some of their stories and also you'll have a taste of the different chocolate flavors they make! *Living traditions: Step into a loom workshop that preserves Oaxaca’s textile heritage and his owner, Don Chepe. We’ll also visit the neighborhood church and cemetery, the heart of the Day of the Death traditions. *Art & culture: Admire stunning murals by local artists, a vibrant scene that rivals the famous street art of Jalatlaco. Don’t miss the chance to experience a side of Oaxaca where ancient history and modern creativity live side by side