Mount Alban Day Trip, Oaxaca - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Mount Alban Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 32.40 USD
Rating: 8.7 (23 reviews)

Mount Alban Day Trip

Mount Alban from above

The Mount Alban pyramid

Zapotec archeological ruins

The Monte Albán archaeological sites are an absolute must-see for any visitor to Oaxaca. On this tour, you'll explore some of the most important archaeological sites in Zapotec culture.

Details

Duration

3 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup & drop off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide

Not included

Admission ticket to the Mount Alban archaeological site: 210MXN for foreigners, 105MXN for Mexican residents, and free for children under 12, teachers, and students

When to book

You can book up to 18 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Reviews of our customers

8.7

Excellent 266 Travelers·23 reviews

March 3, 2025
Marlena
Australia
Our Monte Albán day trip was absolutely amazing! We felt so fortunate that our guide was a historian with such deep knowledge and passion for the site...
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December 29, 2022
Annick
Merida, Mexico
We were lucky enough to benefit from 3 activities today: Monte Alban, which is simply spectacular + studios of alebrijes and back clay pottery. Everyt...
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June 4, 2022
Tom
United Kingdom
We enjoyed our day tour to Monte Alban and the surrounding artisan villages very much. Everything was well organised - enough time to experience the l...
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May 30, 2024
Anonymous
Albuquerque, United States
Our guide had a lot of knowledge of the history of the ruins and the surrounding area. We loved the tour.
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March 23, 2023
Sorin
Bucharest, Romania
The guide spoke perfect English. The site is very nice and interesting
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March 18, 2022
Steven Tully
Gainesville, Florida, United States
Moses was a fantastic guide to Monte Alban. He is extremely knowledgeable about the history and significance of the site and is friendly and fun. We...
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March 4, 2021
Gustavo
Florianopolis, Brazil
Loved the tour. Great guide and a lot of fun.
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February 28, 2020
Katrina Kelly
Leeds, United Kingdom
Very good tour excellent guide the site is amazing well worth the visit if all you have is 3 hours to spare do the half day tour
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November 9, 2019
Lara
Barcelona, Spain
Nice, and very good explanation of the guide
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The Monte Albán archaeological sites are an absolute must-see for any visitor to Oaxaca. On this tour, you'll explore some of the most important archaeological sites in Zapotec culture.

Day Trip Details

Having picked you up from your hotel at the indicated time, we hit the road towards Mount Alban. This archaeological site, found only 10 km from the city of Oaxaca, is one of the most important sites in Zapotec culture.

The magnitude of the place is apparent as soon as you arrive, and with an expert guide you'll explore the ancient site. As you hear the numerous legends surrounding its long history, you'll visit pyramids, temples and altars, as well as the many residential structures congregated around the Gran Plaza.

The ceremonial centre of Mount Alban was one of the most important religious sites in Mesoamerica, and served as the Zapotec capital. And on this tour, you'll learn all about the culture and history behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This excursion around Mount Alban finishes back at the hotels of Oaxaca after a 3-hour tour.

Pickup Service

This activity includes pickup at hotels in the center of Oaxaca.

During Easter, July, the Day of the Dead holidays, and Christmas, different pickup points will be offered depending on your location, due to traffic congestion. The local team will contact you to indicate an exact pickup point:

San Felipe del Agua area: Hotel Ángel Inn
Santa Lucía area: Puerta del CCO (Oaxaca Convention Center)
North zone: corner of Juárez el Llano park
South zone: in front of the Hotel Hacienda
East zone: parish of Nuestra Señora de La Merced
West area: Chapel of San José

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The Monte Albán archaeological sites are an absolute must-see for any visitor to Oaxaca. On this tour, you'll explore some of the most important archaeological sites in Zapotec culture.

Day Trip Details

This excursion around Mount Alban finishes back at the hotels of Oaxaca after a 3-hour tour.

Pickup Service

This activity includes pickup at hotels in the center of Oaxaca.

San Felipe del Agua area: Hotel Ángel Inn
Santa Lucía area: Puerta del CCO (Oaxaca Convention Center)
North zone: corner of Juárez el Llano park
South zone: in front of the Hotel Hacienda
East zone: parish of Nuestra Señora de La Merced
West area: Chapel of San José

Mount Alban Day Trip