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Zocalo vs Teatro Macedonio de Alcala

Zocalo and Teatro Macedonio de Alcala are both rated highly by professionals. On balance, Zocalo ranks significantly better than Teatro Macedonio de Alcala. Zocalo has a TripExpert Score of 96 with accolades from 3 reviews like Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.

Zocalo
Zocalo
8 / 10
Bustamante and Portal de Palacio S / N, Oaxaca 68000
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Fodor's Fodor's
"During the day it seems as if everyone passes through Oaxaca's shady main plaza, with its wrought-iron benches and matching bandstand." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Traffic-free, shaded by tall trees and surrounded by elegant portales (arcades), the Zócalo is the perfect place to start soaking up the Oaxaca atmosphere." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The old Plaza de Armas is lined to the south by the Palacio de Gobierno and to the north by the cathedral giving onto Alameda Square and its large trees." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Skirted by cafes and eateries and bounded by the Palacio de Gobierno on its south side, the Zócalo is a prime spot for people-watching, picking up a souvenir...watching day fade into vibrant night " Full review
Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
7 / 10
Independencia at Armenta y Lopez, Oaxaca
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This beautiful 1903 Belle Epoque theater, 2 blocks east of the zócalo, is still used for performances." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The Teatro Macedonio Alcalá was built in 1903 in the elaborate French style that was fashionable under Porfirio Díaz." Full review