When it comes to renting a car in Oaxaca, a simple phrase springs to mind: “Don’t do it!”

Most of the time it works out better to hire a guide with transportation included.  Hiring a taxi for the day is only a little more than renting a car for 24 hours, but a private guide and car is significantly more.

 But once you do have a feel for the towns and have seen how the locals drive, renting a car can offer the opportunity to plan your own itinerary and visit less-touristy destinations.  Alamo Car Rental on Av. 5 de Mayo is very helpful and curteous.