Another must see and do when in Oaxaca The architect and…read moreartifacts are mind blowing The Santo Domingo Cultural Center is a cultural complex that is located in what was one of the most important convents in the colony. It is a large convent in which the Museum of Cultures of Oaxaca, the Fray Francisco de Burgoa Library and the Ethnobotanical Garden have been established. The Santo Domingo Cultural Center has multipurpose spaces in the former convent, in which temporary exhibitions, conferences, courses, book presentations and concerts, among many other activities, are held.

The beautiful setting and amazing artifacts are worth a visit, preferably with a guide. No staff…read morespoke any English. No entrance signs in another language. Our friends had their experience ruined by lack of handicap accessibility AND the guard who aggressively asked for proof in a card. Her brace wasn't enough proof. Made even more confusing because a nicer guard had already given her a wheelchair. Beyond two rooms on the first floor there was nothing to see for her. Another guard wouldn't let us even try to follow her because we were not following the arrows. The stairs are quit steep. Despite all of this my husband says it was one of the best museums he has ever been to and would like to go back with a guide. Go early to avoid crowds.

Amazing art in a gorgeous space. I would highly recommend a visit and will visit again!read more

Stumbled upon this place by accident. All the other museums in town were closed so I was surprised…read moreand excited to find an open one. The museum isn't tiny but it's also not very big. There's no way to spend more than an hour here. Likely, a thirty minute visit if you take the time to look/read. The art is contemporary so in my opinion, hit or miss. There were pieces which I loved and others which confused or repulsed me. It's all part of the contemporary art experience though, no? Go with the flow. Don't expect to find translations as the captions were in Spanish. Use a translation app. Oaxaca isn't particularly English-friendly overall. It's a bit of a struggle at times but I'm learning Spanish so it was good practice. Either way, this is contemporary art. I think you can still appreciate and enjoy it without having all the context/background. Very cheap entrance fee. 20 pesos = 1 USD.

A very small and rather underwhelming collection. 30 mins…read morewas more than enough time for us and that included us watching a 10 min film.

We stopped by the Museo Textil de Oaxaca on our first day in Oaxaca. It's a small museum, but it's…read morefree to visit and worth a quick wander around during your visit. The architecture is really stunning, and it's a good introduction to the textile arts that are foundational to Oaxaca.

What an amazingly gorgeous space and oasis of calm in the center of Oaxaca City! It has a library,…read morecafe, gift shop, and event space providing free events. Their outdoor space is a wonderful place to hang out. I'll be there again next time I'm in town!!!

Great coffee and vibes. The barista was amazing! Very friendly staff, especially the barista. Her…read morelatte art was on point!

Its one of those experiences that frames the history of the place you're visiting and makes you…read moresay, "oh, now I get it! " Im not a mega museum fan but this one is curated from local history and artists and is a must when in Oaxaca. Let your imagination run wild with the events that must have taken place in the stunning corridors. It would be the perfect place for a masquerade ball.

Gorgeous museum showcasing history in Oaxaca, from the indigenous Zapotec era through the Spanish…read morecolonization. The architecture is stunning and spacious. The exhibits are super organized and clean. Highly recommended and well worth the $5 admission fee. Clean restrooms as well.

An absolutely wonderful museum. The collection is relatively…read moresmall but absolutely exquisite. The staging is well done and the staff helpful. Bravo to Rufino Tamayo for having the foresight to source, acquire and generously donate such an important body of work. Highly recommended !

I went there three times during their posted open hours, and they were closed each time. I finally…read moregave up.