Quito: A Cultural and Culinary Exploration Walking Tour

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ID: GYG640670-1063673
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Country: Ecuador

Duration: 03:30 hours


Description

Dive into the city's rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks and savor delicious local cuisine. My tour will take you through streets brimming with fascinating stories and scenery.
-Basilica del Voto Nacional: Your tour guide will explain the Neo-Gothic Church similar to Notre Dame, one of the symbols of the city, country and catholic religion. You will find some incredible secrets about this place and story behind. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
-Museo Camilo Egas: Here we find the artistic legacy of Camilo Egas, a renowned Ecuadorian painter. Visitors can explore a collection of his paintings, murals, and other works that reflect his distinctive style and his impact on the indigenist art movement. (Available depending on the day). 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
-Nucanchi Shop: In this place, we will learn more about the indigenous cultures of Ecuador, their diversity, and artistic and cultural forms of expression in the best way, celebrating like one of them to immerse ourselves in new vibes and energy. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
-Palacio Arzobispal: One of the most beautiful sites with an exceptional “Andaluz” style Place where you can taste traditional gastronomy from Ecuador 35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
-Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande): Our guide will clearly show you the history and evolution of Quito and Ecuador, from the square you will be able to see "El Plalacio de Gobierno", and other important buildings of the colonial era. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
-Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania: Best expression of the Quiteño Baroque, where your guide will explain from the outside why it is called the Golden Church and its main facade. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
-Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco: You will find one of the biggest catholic complex in South America and learn about Franciscans religious order. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
-Yumbos Chocolate Do you like chocolate? Well, we will have a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate made with highest quality "fine aroma cacao" and its history in Ecuador and the world. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

  • Travelers can immerse themselves in the cultural richness of Ecuador
  • Guided by local experts through historic and cultural sites.
  • Multisensory experience at Yumbos Chocolate.
  • Good time learning secrets and traditions of Quito city and local people.
  • Photographic sites for camera lovers

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.