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Santiago Apóstol

Oaxaca, Mexico · North America

About Santiago Apóstol

Santiago Apóstol works well as a base: 5 minutes from Santa Ana Zegache, 28km from Árbol del Tule.

Santiago Apóstol is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 3,616, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Santiago Apóstol sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Mexico City time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Santiago Apóstol to your route.

About Santiago Apóstol

Santiago Apóstol is a town and municipality in Oaxaca, Mexico. Its population was 4,200 in 2010. A large portion of their native population speak Zapotec, one of the indigenous Mesoamerican languages. The town is located about 36 km (22 mi) from Oaxaca City, the state capital. It is part of the Ocotlán District south

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Santiago Apóstol offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Santiago Apóstol located?

Santiago Apóstol is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 16.8039 latitude, -96.7198 longitude.

What is the population of Santiago Apóstol?

Santiago Apóstol has a population of approximately 3,616 people, making it a town in Mexico.

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Quick Information

Population
3,616
Continent
North America
Country
Mexico
Region
Oaxaca
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
16.8039, -96.7198

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Ambulance
911
Fire
911
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Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.

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Worth the detour from Santiago Apóstol

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Oaxaca Mezcal Distilleries

Traditional palenques in the valleys surrounding Oaxaca where artisan mezcaleros produce Mexico's iconic smoky agave spirit using ancient methods.

17 km · about 20 min drive

ancient ruins

Monte Alban

A pre-Columbian hilltop archaeological site overlooking the Oaxaca Valley, once the ancient capital of the Zapotec civilization with a grand ceremonial plaza.

27 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Árbol del Tule

A Montezuma cypress in Santa María del Tule with the world's widest trunk, in a churchyard directly beside Highway 190.

28 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Oaxaca City

A vibrant colonial city famous for its indigenous cultures, mezcal, mole cuisine, and colorful markets nestled in a mountain valley.

30 km · about 35 min drive

ancient ruins

Yagul

A Zapotec hilltop city in the Tlacolula valley with the largest ballcourt in Oaxaca and the labyrinthine Palace of the Six Patios, plus a fortress ridge with sweeping valley views. Usually you have it to yourself.

33 km · about 40 min drive

ancient ruins

Mitla

A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.

40 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Hierve el Agua

Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.

48 km · about 55 min drive

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Santiago Apóstol.

Santa Ana Zegache

🇲🇽 Mexico

4 km awayPop. 2,617

Santa Inés Yatzeche

🇲🇽 Mexico

4 km awayPop. 921

San Antonino Castillo Velasco

🇲🇽 Mexico

4 km awayPop. 5,354

Asunción Ocotlán

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 2,580

Ocotlán de Morelos

🇲🇽 Mexico

5 km awayPop. 15,016

San Juan Chilateca

🇲🇽 Mexico

6 km awayPop. 1,442

San Martín Tilcajete

🇲🇽 Mexico

7 km awayPop. 1,730

San Pedro Mártir

🇲🇽 Mexico

7 km awayPop. 1,674

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