Things to Do in Puerto Escondido
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Things to Do in Puerto Escondido

14 curated spots from Puerto Escondido itineraries

Activities & Attractions

3 curated experiences

Playa Carrizalillo
Do
morning

Playa Carrizalillo

Private funicular access to calm cove beach with reserved cabanas, snorkel gear, and family paddleboards.

3h · $50/person
Private Turtle Release Experience
Do
evening

Private Turtle Release Experience

Guided evening release of baby sea turtles on protected beach with biologist and photos.

1h 30m · $100/person
Zicatela Beach Horseback Ride
Do
evening

Zicatela Beach Horseback Ride

Private sunset beach gallop with guides, helmets, and photo stops for all skill levels.

1h 30m · $90/person

Restaurants & Food

11 local favorites

Almoraduz Puerto Escondido
Eat
evening

Almoraduz Puerto Escondido

Hyper-local farm-to-table with Oaxacan moles, tlayudas, and private cooking demo for families.

2h · $90-160 per person
AltoVino Restaurante
Eat
evening

AltoVino Restaurante

Chef-driven Oaxacan fusion with private family tasting menus featuring mezcal pairings and fresh seafood.

2h · $150-250 per person
Casona Sforza Restaurant
Eat
evening

Casona Sforza Restaurant

Homemade pasta and beachside Italian-Mex fusion with premium wines and custom family platters.

2h · $120-220 per person
Chef Lalo García at Kymaia
Eat
evening

Chef Lalo García at Kymaia

Michelin-level tasting menu with Oaxacan ingredients, private family table, and chef's table option.

2h 30m · $200-300 per person
El Tiburón - Playa Zicatela
Eat
afternoon

El Tiburón - Playa Zicatela

Beachfront seafood with VIP table service, fresh ceviche, and grilled lobster overlooking surfers.

1h 30m · $80-150 per person
Flora Farms Puerto Escondido
Eat
afternoon

Flora Farms Puerto Escondido

Organic farm dining with wood-fired pizzas, salads, and family-style feasts.

1h 30m · $80-140 per person
La Providencia
Eat
evening

La Providencia

Artisanal pizzas and craft beers with beach views and kids' menu.

1h 30m · $50-100 per person
Los Tulipanes
Eat
afternoon

Los Tulipanes

Traditional Oaxacan with upscale moles, chapulines, and private family rooms.

1h 30m · $70-130 per person
María Chang
Eat
afternoon

María Chang

Pan-Asian Oaxacan fusion sushi and ceviches with premium sake and family sharing plates.

1h 30m · $100-180 per person
Piedra de Fuego
Eat
evening

Piedra de Fuego

Clifftop fine dining with sunset Pacific views, Oaxacan tasting menus, and kids' gourmet options.

2h 30m · $180-280 per person
Tamara's Cocina Libanesa
Eat
evening

Tamara's Cocina Libanesa

Lebanese-Mexican fusion with kibbeh tacos, hummus, and family platters.

1h 30m · $70-130 per person

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