Monte Albán Tour
Step back in time at one of the most important archaeological sites in Mesoamerica. Explore ancient Zapotec temples and palaces. Walk among monumental plazas and ball courts and take in sweeping views of Oaxaca's valleys from the hilltop. Discover the history, culture, and achievements of the Zapotec civilization while touring this UNESCO World Heritage Site with expert guidance.
Overview
Ascend the hilltop where the Zapotec capital flourished from 500 BCE to 800 CE. Your guide sets the scene with how the city's terraces, plazas, and observatories were engineered to oversee all three Oaxacan valleys.
Explore temples, tombs, and the ball court while your guide helps decode glyphs that record alliances and conquests. You conclude with curated time in the site museum to connect artifacts with the living traditions you'll spot back in Oaxaca City.
Tour highlights
- Walk the Grand Plaza with 360° valley views
- Visit temples, tombs, and ball courts that define Zapotec heritage
- Explore the on-site museum with curated artifacts
- Hear stories that connect Monte Albán to living Oaxacan culture
Customize your day
- Pair with Atzompa pottery or Arrazola alebrijes
- Extend into an archaeology-focused full day
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