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Evening

Golden Hour at the Basilica

Time your visit for the last warm light of the day, then settle in for dinner and a nightcap.

Best time: 18:13About 180 min

Timeline

  1. 17:43

    Boulenc

    Grab a pastry and coffee at Boulenc. It is open until late, so you can start early and enjoy a quiet bite before the crowds arrive.

  2. 17:58

    Basilica de la Soledad

    Walk to the Basilica de la Soledad. Arrive just before the sun dips below the horizon to catch the final glow on the Baroque facade.

  3. 18:58

    Los Danzantes Oaxaca

    Dine at Los Danzantes Oaxaca. This Michelin-starred spot offers a beautifully designed atmosphere and excellent Oaxacan cuisine. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays.

  4. 19:58

    La Mezcaloteca

    End the night with a curated mezcal tasting at La Mezcaloteca. The expert mescaleros will guide you through local spirits.

Local tip

Los Danzantes and La Mezcaloteca are popular spots. It is wise to make a reservation for dinner if you are visiting on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday when they stay open later.

Check before you go

  • La Mezcaloteca is closed on Sundays.
  • Los Danzantes Oaxaca is open until 22:00 Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, but until 23:30 Thursday through Saturday.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oaxaca (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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