Quito by Night: Lights, Legends, and Panoramic Views

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(4 reviews)
Quito, Ecuador

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This night tour will take you through the northern district and the Historic Center of Quito aboard a double-decker bus, offering stunning panoramic views of the city.

Explore both the modern area and the Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a walking tour with a local guide through colonial squares and streets, listen to captivating Quito legends, and take advantage of free time to have dinner, grab a coffee, or taste authentic local chocolate.

What's Included

Transportation, Bilingual Guide
Any expenses not specified as included, dinner, entrances, tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Bulevar Naciones Unidas

The guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point on Boulevard Naciones Unidas to begin the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bulevar Naciones Unidas

    We will begin the tour by meeting at Boulevard Naciones Unidas, where we'll kick off our experience exploring the beautiful city of Quito.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Parque La Carolina (Pass by)

    The tour kicks off with a drive past La Carolina Park, Quito’s vibrant "green lung," surrounded by sleek modern buildings and cultural hubs that beautifully showcase the contrast between the city's tradition and modernity.

    Admission ticket free
  • Barrio La Mariscal - Quito (Pass by)

    We continue toward La Mariscal, one of Quito's most lively areas, renowned for its vibrant nightlife, restaurants, and cafes. From the bus, you'll be able to take in the bustling, cosmopolitan atmosphere of this neighborhood filled with history and energy.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Centro Histórico

    The bus enters the Historic Downtown, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. As we move along, the cobblestone streets, colonial facades, and beautifully illuminated churches reveal the unique charm of historic Quito by night. Here, we will make a stop to hop off the bus for a walking tour. We will visit the Plaza Grande (Main Square), the political and social heart of the city, and the famous Calle de las Siete Cruces (Street of the Seven Crosses), one of Quito's most iconic streets, filled with legends and overlooking imposing colonial churches. After the walking tour, you will have free time to enjoy the area at your own pace—whether you want to have dinner, grab a coffee, or simply stroll around as you please.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Bulevar Naciones Unidas

    To wrap up the experience, we will head back to the original starting point at Boulevard Naciones Unidas, where the tour concludes.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tangol

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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