Tree of Tule

What a majestic beautiful piece of nature. Enormous and incredible. One of the oldest tree on earth. 20 pesos to get into the garden with the church and some other plants. The tree is protected by a metal railing from tourists. Must see

I rented a bike from near oaxaca zocalo and biked for about an hour to get there. But as it turned out the bike lane rides in the median of periférico, which is a high traffic highway and it was torture to be breathing the toxic fumes coming from the car’s exhaust. The bike trail it’s not well maintained, except for the las 1 or 2 kms near the tule tree. Once I arrived it was really beautiful to come to a beautiful garden where the gigantic tree stands out. The tree is fenced and if you wish to be closer to it you must pay a 20 pesos ticket fee to get in. Which I suppose is used to maintain the gorgeous gardens. Once inside there’s another fence around the tree with only some of its branches sticking out. However there are signs warning you not to touch it. And I’m here to tell you, you don’t need to touch it✨✨✨ once you’re near this ancient being, it’s impossible not to feel the high energy it chanels to the entire area. I highly encourage you to sit and meditate in front of it to really connect to it and receive its message, and gifts. I did that and it was truly beautiful. I had a huge emotional release there, then it filled me with so much love. And it gave me so many gifts and I’m still unwrapping. ✨🧚‍♂️🤍✨ I’m so grateful for the experience, I recommend it to everyone. As for the biking journey to get there end back, it was a bit unpleasant, though I’m outdoorsy and fit. So I won’t recommend it. It’s best to take another form of transportation.

I met the Tule tree today just outside of Oaxaca City. My dog and I ran the bike path from Oaxaca City all the way to tule and back, highly recommend this route. I felt the tree’s energy from 300 yards away, like stepping into an eddy where the current of the river pulls you down and around, only to carry you gently back again. The energy is ancient, potent, and beautiful. I’m thankful a branch reaches the ground. Without it, the tree would be completely secluded behind the metal fence they’ve built around it. I understand the need for preservation. It’s over 2,000 years old, after all. But this tree isn’t meant to be distant. It’s meant to be respected, yes, but also engaged with. Touching it, sitting beside it, that’s where the grounding begins. It heals. It remembers. And in its presence, so do you. The birds sing its song. GO. Sit. Listen.

A beautiful tree. If you want to get up close to it you must pay a small fee. But anywhere you stand you can take nice pictures. There are also shops and small restaurants around the church for souvenirs and eating.

A Natural Wonder You Have to See! The Tule Tree in Oaxaca is absolutely breathtaking! This ancient Montezuma cypress is said to be over 2,000 years old, and its sheer size and beauty make it one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Mexico. Standing in front of it, you can’t help but feel tiny—it has one of the largest tree trunks in the world! The town of Santa María del Tule, where the tree is located, is charming and peaceful, making the visit even more enjoyable. There are guides (sometimes local children) who love pointing out the fun shapes in the tree’s bark—animals, faces, and figures hidden in the massive trunk. It’s an easy trip from Oaxaca City and totally worth it. Whether you're into nature, photography, or just experiencing something unique, El Árbol del Tule is a must-see! 🌳

If you are a nature lover, this is the right place for you. The tree is truly spectalur. It is one of the biggest trees in the world. Around the tree is a nice garden with beautiful flowers and a nice plaza. It is definitely worth the visit :)

Such a magnificent tree right next to a beautiful church. The tree was more impressive than I expected. I think because of its size it’s almost impossible to get a good photograph.

If you are a nature lover then you have to visit this 2000 year old tree, it's such a beautiful thing to witness and learn about. The locals put a lot of love and care into keeping this tree and its children alive.

Yes the widest tree according to Guinness! A sight to see in person. Charming, beautiful, clean town not far from Oaxaca city. Definitely worth checking out if time allows. The street was delicious and affordable as well.

We visited el Árbol del Tule on our last full day in Oaxaca last week, and I'm so glad we didn't miss it. What is it? It's the tree with widest known trunk in the world! 46.1 feet in diameter!!! It's hard to make sense of this; you just have to see it! Its age is technically unknown, but estimates range between 1,200 and 3,000 years old. (Local Zapotec legend holds that it was planted about 1,400 years ago by Pechocha, a priest of the Aztec god Ehecatl.) The name of the tree (Tule) refers to a different plant that grows in the area, the tree is actually a Montezuma Cypress (English), Sabino (Spanish), or Ahuehuete (Nahuatl). It's a little bit out of the city. You can get to Santa María del Tule (the town/village where the tree is located) by car or bus or you can do what we did. We booked an Airbnb experience and road bikes to the Árbol del Tule (about 5 miles each way) with a guide who shared a lot of information about the tree and the community. There's a small entrance fee, but I thought visiting the tree was totally worth it (we were in Oaxaca for 6 nights, which might be a little longer than some tourists). Santa María del Tule is also really charming and beautiful, so you can grab some food, walk around, take in the views, go to the mercado, and spend a couple of hours there. The tree was just majestic and amazing. Awesome, truly.

Árbol de Tule or "La Gigante" is mustn't miss. Located in pueblo Santa María del Tule, not far from Oaxaca, it is said to been of the world's widest (200 ft) & perhaps oldest tree. With sun somehow streaming through its ancient branches, El Tule is simply magnificent. Botanically it is a bald cypress, tho it's known popularly as Montezuma's Cypress. Apt! Alexander von Humboldt, the great 18th-19th century polymath & geographer, thought El Tule was 4,000 years old although botanists today say 2,000-3,000 years. In his marvelous "Oaxaca Journal" Oliver Sacks muses, "What has El Gigante seen? The rise and fall of a half a dozen civilizations, the coming of the Spaniards, the whole human history of Oaxaca." It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003.

Came here via DiDi Rider, a taxi app, on a Wednesday afternoon in early July 2023. The tree was beautiful and was part of the church property which was fenced off. You need to buy tickets to get up close to it where there was another smaller fence preventing people from touching or climbing it. The tickets were MX$20 per person. The tree is over 2,000 years old and there is another younger tree that is about 1,000 years old on the south side of the church. Great place to visit if you have some time to kill. You can even hire a tour guide, which we didn't do. We were staying in the center of Oaxaca and it was surprisingly difficult to hail a cab back. Most taxi drivers wouldn't take us to the center. The taxis were all red and white and are based in Tule. Thankfully, we eventually found someone willing to take us. Make sure you negotiate the cost before getting into the cab. Ours came out to MX$150.

Definitely worth visiting if you're in Oaxaca! Jim G. and I did the best kind of visit, I think: we took a Bike Riding Tour with Ivan and rode ~6 miles to the area, then locked up our bikes as Ivan told us all about El Tule. It's a stunner as the widest tree in the world and a very old one at that! I love the canopy of shade it provides, while also allowing for some beautiful rays of sun to come pouring through! The formations on the bark make for some interesting interpretive conversations. "That's a lion." "That's a dragon." "That's an anteater." LOL The entire park area and church grounds are lovely and well-maintained. This was a nice part of our trip to Oaxaca.

If you have a few hrs to kill this is cool little Pueblo they have the oldest tree in mexico it massive the garden surrounded it is nice the shops have all kinda of finds seems to have some nice restaurants all around definitely will go back

It is NOT necessary to pay to see the tree - and the best views and photos are actually usually from outside the church's fenced off area. And there are also OTHER large interesting trees - similar in size and age - in the same plaza and other areas of this small (now tourist) town, so unless you want to enter the church (grounds), you can access and photograph "trees without fees" and also possibly many other things that might interest you. Besides the famous tree(s), and adjacent church, much of this town seems devoted to restaurants and tourist shops, but there is also a bicycle path (that people walk). A colectivo taxi to or from downtown Oaxaca is only 15 Pesos. Bus service is even cheaper.

If you find yourself in Oaxaca City, The Árbol de Tule is a must see. Located in pueblo Santa Maria del Tule, this is the largest and one of the largest trees in the world. There's a lively market and mercado de comedor (food market) within walking distance.

Being from the east coast of Canada, my version of "big trees" is way off base. Some of our oldest trees are a few hundred years old, and are typically not as impressive as you would think. Those on the west coast have a better sense of the term, but still non of those trees compare to this. The Tule Tree is the widest tree in the world. It's spectacular. It's located in the middle of the town next to the church. There is a fence around the tree, but it's iron, so you can see through. There is an "admission" fee for those who want to walk the church grounds to get closer. I'd make the trip out of town again to see this tree - it's one of a kind. Want to see this video? Check out the adventure here! https://youtu.be/w6pSeJn3LZ8

A must for those that enjoy historical locations. A definite Bucket-List. It's majestic presence truly felt. Just knowing that it surpasses the age of the religion which cares for it is amazing.

One of my favorite stops around Oaxaca! I wasn't expecting to be so impressed but I was! We hired a driver for the day, so it was super easy for us to get here in about a 20 minute drive from Oaxaca. It was a 10 peso entrance fee and then we just spent about 15-20 minutes gawking at the tree while circling it and taking photos. It's really amazing and weirdly serene to look at. Drop by if you have the chance!

This was one of my favorite things to see during my trip to Oaxaca, this tree is the widest tree in the world! And so beautiful!!! We got help from one of the kid tour guides hanging out around the tree, they are able to point out the different animal faces on the tree with a little mirror and they accept donations for their services.

Arbol del Tule is incredible. I was startled by the sense of awe that overcame me as my eyes traveled the geography of the massive trunk with its countless knots and crevices, though in hindsight I think wonder is the only appropriate response to being in the presense of something so ancient, giant, and beautiful. 10/10, would recommend. A visit to Arbol del Tule is definitely worth the 100 peso price of admission.

I do remember coming here when I was a kid, and at the moment I thought it's no big deal. After coming here a few years ago with my husband and being able to appreciate how impressive this tree is my thoughts completely changed. No wonder this tree is on the list of the most famous trees around the world. It's over 2000 years old and the trunk is HUGE!! and if you are lucky enough, you can get a tour done by some kids who will walk you around the tree and show you where all the animal shapes are hidden. The kids are really friendly and very patient for their age, and at the end of their "tour" you can give them a small tip for helping you out. Be sure to bring a drink or an ice cream, sit in one of the benches and enjoy the shade provided by this magnificent tree. You can even visit the church and grab something to eat after.