Best Highlights in Guayaquil
Description
This tour offers a complete vision of the most emblematic places in Guayaquil, combining history, culture and natural beauty in an unforgettable experience.
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Itinerary
We begin the tour in the famous Seminario Park, also known as Iguana Park. This small but emblematic park is home to numerous iguanas that roam freely among visitors. Here you can observe these fascinating reptiles up close, feed them and even take some photos with them.
Mayor's Office and Administration Square: We continue our tour towards the Administration Square, where the Guayaquil Mayor's Office building is located. This place is an administrative center and an important historical point of the city. The square is adorned with statues and gardens, and is a great place to learn about local history and admire the neoclassical architecture of the Municipal Palace.
Guayaquil Cathedral: A few steps from Parque Seminario is the imposing Cathedral of Guayaquil, officially known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Pedro. This neo-Gothic style church is one of the main Catholic temples in the city. Its interior, adorned with stained glass and impressive architectural details, offers a space of tranquility and devotion.
Moorish Tower: Walking a little further, we reach the Moorish Tower, also known as the Public Clock. This tower, with its distinctive Mudejar style, is one of the most recognized icons of Guayaquil.
Malecon 2000: Next, we head to Malecón 2000, an extensive recreational and tourist area that extends along the Guayas River. Here you will find a combination of green spaces, historical monuments and entertainment areas. It is an ideal place for a relaxing walk, with stunning views of the river and the city. We will visit the Hemicycle of the Rotonda, where the statues of Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín are located.
Las Peñas Oldtown: We end the tour in the Las Peñas neighborhood, the oldest sector of Guayaquil. This picturesque neighborhood, with its cobblestone streets and colorful colonial-style houses, is a historical and cultural gem. Climbing the steps from Numa Pompilio Llona Street to Santa Ana Hill will allow you to enjoy spectacular views of the city and the river. Along the way, you'll find art galleries, cafes, and craft shops that make this area a lovely place to explore.
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Pickup Locations & Times
The meeting point is in the hotel lobby on the ground floor.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(179)
Julio is a knowledgeable guide, who is great with kids. He filled our day with so much fun and activity. We visited many historical sites and rode the cable car which had spectacular views of the city. Our kids especially loved feeding the pigeons at Iguana Park, and enjoying some of the best chocolate ice cream they ever had. Julio taught us so much about the history of Guayaquil, even the plants, and animals. Andrew was also a reliable, safe driver. They were a great team, and I highly recommend the tour of this beautiful city.
Francisco was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide to Guayaquil. He is very personable and speaks excellent English (ich glaube er spricht auch Deutsch). He knows a great deal about plants and animals as well as about buildings and local history. We had some interesting conversations about Ecuador and Guayaquil. His car is very clean and well air-conditioned, though we also spent time out of the car while walking. The 3-hour tour was not hurried. I highly recommend Francisco when you are in Guayaquil.
We had a great city tour with Tour Guide Julio Rosas and Driver Andre. The itinerary was quite unique and very good for us to get a quick overview of the city’s landscape, history and the people. Julio seemed to know everyone, greeting and talking with locals. We felt very safe and comfortable with him in the city. The cable car ride through the city and into Duran was very beautiful too.
Andre and Julio were absolutely fantastic! We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of your beautiful city. Thanks and we hope to be back again to visit soon!
My wife and I just finished the Highlights tour with Francisco as guide and Andre as driver. 100% satisfied! We’ve had hundreds of guides over our lives all over the world. Francisco is one of the best. Protrip really feels run by pros. Francisco customized to our interests, adjusted to our pace, and provided as much as we wanted from his deep local knowledge of history, culture, nature, politics, food and people. It was great to see the highlights of the city. Even better was spending time with such a friendly and interested guide. We’ll definitely book with Protrip again.
My husband and I had a fabulous tour with Francisco and Andre of Protrip today. Francisco was our guide, and Andre our driver for the Highlights of Guayaquil tour, which we booked through Viatour. Francisco was so generous with his knowledge and time, sharing with us his passion and love for his city, and going above and beyond to cater to our specific interests. We happen to love birds, and we saw many new ones just within the city parks! He also took time to help us understand aspects of the culture and current politics that we otherwise would not have understood. We are so grateful for this wonderful experience!
My husband and I had a fabulous tour with Francisco and Andre of Protrip today. Francisco was our guide, and Andre our driver for the Highlights of Guayaquil tour, which we booked through Viatour. Francisco was so generous with his knowledge and time, sharing with us his passion and love for his city, and going above and beyond to cater to our specific interests. We happen to love birds, and we saw many new ones just within the city parks! He also took time to help us understand aspects of the culture and current politics that we otherwise would not have understood. We are so grateful for this wonderful experience!
Everything spectacular, Don Julio is an excellent person and he knows the city and the most beautiful places in Guayaquil, 10000% recommended
What a wonderful way to see the city. Julio Rosas was my guide for the day and he couldn’t have done any more to make the day memorable. Truly passionate, friendly and knowledgeable. Saw so much in such a short time. Definitely a recommendation if you’re here for a day or two before heading to the Galapagos.
Francisco was absolutely amazing! He was knowledgeable, personable, and full of positive energy from start to finish. He made us feel comfortable the entire time, always put our safety first, and treated us like VIPs. Everything was handled professionally, and he made the whole experience smooth, fun, and stress-free. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about his guests and goes above and beyond, Francisco is the man. I highly recommend him, and I would definitely book with him again. Thank you for an unforgettable experience, Francisco!
