Religious site
Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
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The Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture in Oaxaca City. Its ornate gold-leaf interior and intricate stucco work dazzle visitors. The attached former monastery now serves as the Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca, showcasing artifacts from pre-Hispanic times to the colonial era. Visitors can explore the church's chapels, the ex-convent's courtyards, and the museum's extensive collection, including treasures from Monte Albán.
Don't miss
- Admire the gold-covered altarpieces and intricate filigree in the church's interior.
- Visit the Museo de las Culturas de Oaxaca for artifacts from Monte Albán and colonial art.
- Explore the peaceful former monastery cloisters and gardens.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCity Tour Lima / Santo Domingo4.9★ · 29 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$25 per personSee dates →
Best full dayTeotihuacan & Basilica Guadalupe Tour with lunch4.6★ · 498 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$59 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleRomana: Cave of wonders and Chavón from Santo Domingo.4.8★ · 51 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$175 per personSee dates →More attractions in Oaxaca