Private Historic Centre Quito Tour - UNESCO Heritage

5.0
(3 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Your guide will be happy to take you on an unforgettable journey through the largest and least-altered historic centre of South America and show you why Quito was named the first world heritage site of UNESCO. In the old town you will find a great mixture of Spanish and Indigenous culture, which is showcased at its best in the many historic buildings and churches. On this private tour you will be taken to the most important sights such as the Basilica Church, the Independance Square, La Compañia Church, the San Francisco Square and the Panecillo hill with the statue of the Virgen of Quito. 

What's Included

Private tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito
Bottle of purified water
Professional bilingual Guide
Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Basílica del Voto Nacional
El Panecillo
Church of the Society of Jesus

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotel pick-off and drop-off outside of the city. The extra cost can range from $30 till $70 depending on the number of passengers and location

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Also called the Consecration of Jesus or Basilica of San Juan (for the sector in which it is located), it is a neo-Gothic religious building in the historic center of the city of Quito D.M

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)

    The Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, located in the Historic Center of Quito old town, in the center a important monument , tells the story of the First Scream of Independence. Another shows the scene of the signing of the Act of Independence of Quito,

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Church of the Company began its construction in 1605 took 160 years to be built. By 1765 the temple finished the work with the construction of the facade. This was done by indigenous people who carefully shaped the baroque style in one of the most complete examples of art in America.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

    The Church of San Francisco is a Catholic basilica that stands in the middle of the historic center of Quito, in front of the square of the same name. The structure is the largest architectural complex within the historical centers of all America,

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Calle La Ronda

    one of the most beautiful and traditional streets of the city of Quito

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    El Panecillo

    The Virgin of El Panecillo, also known as the Virgin of Quito by the name of the sculpture on which it is inspired, is a monument of the city of Quito D.M., in Ecuador. It is located on the top of the hill of El Panecillo, a peculiar elevation in the shape of a small bread that is located in the center of the city and serves as a backdrop to the Historic Center.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Andean Roots Travel

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Additional fees
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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