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IMMERSIVE - The Soundscapes of Oaxaca, Mexico - Colourful Streets, The Zocalo, Busy Markets + A Local Food Tour

Oaxaca, Mexico, had been on my travel list for years, and in 2024, I finally got the chance to experience it for myself. In this immersive soundscape episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I take you with me through the colourful streets, lively markets, rooftop cafés and buzzing Zócalo of one of the most atmospheric cities I’ve ever visited.

This episode is all about slowing down and soaking in the vibe of Oaxaca through sound, food and real-time reactions. You’ll hear church bells echo through courtyards, market vendors shouting across packed stalls, sizzling street food being cooked fresh in front of me and the energy of locals and travellers filling the city streets from morning until night.

I wander through the historic centre trying incredible coffee, exploring famous landmarks like the Oaxaca Cathedral and Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán, before diving headfirst into Oaxaca’s legendary food scene. From tlayudas and mole to mezcal tastings and local market snacks, this city absolutely lived up to every bit of hype I had built up in my head over the years.

Honestly, this became one of my favourite cities I visited during my Central America and Mexico trip. The colours felt brighter, the food tasted richer and the atmosphere was unlike anywhere else I’ve travelled before. Oaxaca gave me that rare feeling where a destination genuinely exceeds your expectations.

So put your headphones in and come walk the streets of Oaxaca with me.

🎙️ In this episode:

• My first impressions of Oaxaca, Mexico
• Exploring the famous Zócalo and colourful streets
• Trying traditional Oaxacan street food and mezcal
• Visiting Mercado Benito Juárez
• Coffee stops at Muss Cafe and Boulenc
• Historic churches and colonial architecture
• An immersive Oaxaca food tour experience
• Why Oaxaca completely won me over

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Arriving in Oaxaca, Mexico

02:13 – Hostel vibes and first impressions

03:57 – Coffee and breakfast at Mas Cafe

06:04 – Experiencing the Oaxaca Zócalo

06:58 – Trying traditional tlayudas

08:10 – Walking the colourful streets of Oaxaca

08:31 – Oaxaca Cathedral explained

09:03 – Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán

10:15 – Why Oaxaca’s streets feel so unique

11:17 – Coffee stop at Boulenc

11:55 – Mercado Benito Juárez food tour begins

12:30 – Trying ceviche and dried insects

13:49 – Rosa de Jamaica tasting

14:24 – Mezcal tasting in Oaxaca

14:45 – Visiting a local chocolate factory

15:10 – Trying traditional Oaxacan mole

16:01 – Wandering