Zócalo

Location:
Oaxaca, Mexico

City Plaza

By Erin Helland

The Zócalo is the place to see and be seen any night of the week in Oaxaca. A plaza surrounded by coffee shops and restaurants, it the favorite hangout of locals and foreigners alike. It is at its prime on weekend nights, when bands play in the center, and the plaza is filled with people. Some just sit and enjoy the music, other sing and dance along.

The Zócalo is also the best place in Oaxaca to obtain tourist information. Either stop at a booth, or question one of the tourist ‘police’ walking around, they will be happy to help you with your question.

Traveler Reviews of Zócalo

The Zocalo is a Dump

Rating: 0%

Dirty and unwelcoming, this area has seen better days. Protesters, with right, have taken it over. Its the most expensive food in Oaxaca, and after 3 weeks here, I can say not very good. Go up Alcala Street, much better.  

By V!VA User from Florida, Jul 04, 2009

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Rating: 100%

I liked it all the way until the end>)

By V!VA User from hsfgh;dshfg;dsfg, Nov 12, 2008

Central location

Rating: 50%

Everyone loves the Zocalo though many complain that the 2005 renovation did more harm than benefit to the downtown square. Gone is the lush vegetation, abundant shade and green cantera. On the plus side it remains a popular hangout with visitors and locals alike. Check out the mini market underneath the kiosk for some tasty tortas.

By planeta from USA, Oct 19, 2007