Magical Route of Handicrafts – 1-Day Itinerary
The Magical Route of Handicrafts is a cultural experience that allows visitors to discover the creative richness and identity of Oaxacan towns through their traditional crafts. This journey invites travelers to explore artisan workshops where the skilled hands of master craftswomen and craftsmen bring to life unique pieces, passed down from generation to generation
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Duration: 12 hours
Departure: City of Oaxaca
Suggested transportation: Tourist vehicle or guided tour with a local operator
Type of experience: Cultural, gastronomic, artisanal, and natural
Distance: 10 km – 30 minutes
Activity:
• Visit the Handicrafts Market to purchase local pottery, ranging from traditional clay pieces to the characteristic green glazed ceramics.
• Tour of the archaeological site on Cerro del Bonete.
Services:
Public restrooms, parking, local guides, clay handicrafts.
Suggested duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Distance: 19.7 km – 60 minutes
Activity:
• Explore the Zaachila Market (especially on Thursdays): barbacoa, tlayudas, bread, handicrafts, and artisanal ice cream.
• Breakfast at the market.
Services:
Handicraft shops, cafés, restrooms, parking, community guides.
Suggested duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Distance: 30 km – 40 minutes
Activity:
• Visit the Temple of Ocotlán de Morelos.
• Tour the Rodolfo Morales Museum and admire murals.
• Walk through the municipal market.
Services:
Restaurants, market, restrooms, ATMs, handicrafts.
Suggested duration: 1 hour
Distance: 2.5 km – 10 minutes
Activity:
• Stop at a textile workshop to appreciate fine embroidery and traditional garments (blouses, huipiles), and learn about the local unraveling and embroidery process. The town is renowned for its multicolored embroidery.
• Visit the workshop MANOS QUE VEN, a space recognized for its founding artists who work with red clay figures.
Services:
Restrooms, parking, souvenir shops.
Suggested duration: 1 hour
Distance: 2.4 km – 15 minutes
Activity:
• Enjoy a typical Oaxacan menu.
Services:
Souvenir shops, food.
Suggested duration: 60 minutes
Distance: 2 km – 5 minutes
Activity:
• Visit the home of alebrije artisans Jacobo and María. Learn about the creation of alebrijes, colorimetry, and explore the ceramics area and sales section.
Services:Souvenir shops, food.
Suggested duration: 60 minutes
Distance: 19 km – 40 minutes
Approximate arrival: 19:00 h
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