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Discover why Quito was the first city to be declared a World Heritage Site.
Immerse yourself in the heart of America’s largest historic center, leave behind conventional routes we will take you through hidden passages, murals full of meaning and gastronomic corners where local culture comes to life. A relaxed walk for those looking to connect with the true identity of the city. From the majesty of Baroque art in its churches to the best-kept secrets of traditional cuisine.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting time 09: 30 am.
The tour ends in San francisco Square
Itinerary
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1Parque El Ejido
Here, the guide will tell the story of this green city lung, a popular place for artists and families. We will stop in front of the Circassian Arch, a replica of a Renaissance arch that belonged to one of the most important estates in the area
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
the National Museum of Ecuador (MuNa), located in the imposing House of Culture. We will explore its collections of pre-Columbian, colonial and contemporary art, which will offer you a complete overview of the country’s cultural wealth
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Parque La Alameda
La Alameda Park, one of the oldest in the city, as we walk, they will tell you about the historical facades that surround it and I will talk about the Astronomical Observatory of Quito, one of the oldest scientific jewels in South America
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Basilica del Voto Nacional
The imposing Basilica of the National Vow is the most important work of Ecuadorian neo-Gothic architecture, being even compared in style to Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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artisan chocolate factory where you can rest and taste delicious chocolates made with Ecuadorian cocoa and learn about the production process. This will be a moment of relaxation and sweetness before continuing
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
The Plaza Grande the heart of the historic center and which is also known as Plaza de la Independencia this is an excellent place to observe the life of Quito and admire the architecture of the place as around we can find the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace and the Municipal Palace
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
Our guide will report on this masterpiece of Quito's Baroque art and icon of Quito's religious tourism, famous for having its entire altar covered in pure gold.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Plaza de San Francisco
The tour culminates in the iconic Plaza de San Francisco, the largest and oldest in the city. Here they will tell you the story of their imposing church and convent, a fundamental place in the colonial history of Quito. This will be the end point of the tour, leaving you in the heart of the historic center so you can explore it on your own., or return by metro (not included) with the guide to our meeting point that was the Hilton Colon hotel.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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