Timeline
06:39
Walk to Riveras del Atoyac to find a quiet spot along the riverbank. The park is open and empty, perfect for watching the sky lighten toward the WSW as the sun rises at 06:59.
06:59
Watch the sunrise. The golden light begins at 17:42, but for this early morning plan, the key moment is the sunrise itself at 06:59, casting a soft glow over the water and the surrounding paths.
07:29
Walk 15 minutes to La Verde Aceituna for breakfast. Open from 07:00, this is a reliable spot to grab a local meal shortly after the sun comes up. It is open Mo-Sa until 22:00.
07:59
Return to Riveras del Atoyac or stay nearby to digest. The park is a good place to linger and watch the city wake up before the midday heat sets in.
Local tip
La Verde Aceituna opens at 07:00, so time your arrival to catch the first light and have breakfast ready as soon as the doors open. The walk from the park is short and straightforward.
Check before you go
- La Verde Aceituna is open Mo-Sa 07:00-22:00.
- Sunrise on 15 January is at 06:59 local time.
Worth knowing
- La Verde Aceituna is open at 07:29 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oaxaca (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).