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Great tour
Very informative tour, learned a lot about Quito
Quito Old Town tip based walking tour small groups Cacao Taste
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Price from
- $5 / person
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 83 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Ayllu Tour
- Meeting point
- We will meet at the corner between Carchi St. and Venezuela St. I will call your name
Description
Welcome to Quito! New at the city and want to explore it´s wonders? Come with us and let´s explore thousands of years of history speaking through it´s streets and remarkable buildings at the old town of Quito! In this tour we will give you a brief (3 hours tour) introduction to the city We will talk about history, architecture, customs and more Quito awaits for us!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Basilica del Voto Nacional
Entrance to the church complex is free Entrance to the main temple is 2 USD charge (not necessary at the tour, in case you want to enter to the main temple you can do it paying the ticket) we will learn about the tallest church at the whole Ecuadorian country learn its history and legend
Palacio del Antiguo Circulo Militar
we will learn about the history of this palace of the military forces which has a pretty interesting history and also see some luxurious furniture from the 20th century
Palacio Arzobispal
we will enter a baroque structure which was formerly the place for the Spanish governation now the home of the bishops in the city
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
At the town square, we will learn about the foundation of the city of Quito and also about its independence and walk around the palace of the presidency and the famous statue of Independence
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
we will enter a baroque church constructed in the 17th century and learn about the architecture of the place and also about catholicism in the city
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
we will learn about the most iconic church in the old town of the city enter to it maybe see a mass and learn about the most famous legend at the colonial side of the city
Calle de las Siete Cruces
at the end of this street, we have many stores that sell traditional candies and sweets we can have a free taste and also learn a little bit about the process for the elaboration of those products
Yumbos Chocolate
Chocolate taste
What's included
Included
Snacks
Not included
not necessary for a 3 hour tour
Traveller Ratings
5.0
83 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Is not recommended for people who suffer from lung disease
- Is not recommended for people who tend to be easily affected by altitude sickness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Quito Old Town tip based walking tour small groups Cacao Taste lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $5 per person for this Quito experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet at the corner between Carchi St. and Venezuela St. I will call your name. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(83)
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Excellent city tour
After just arriving to Quito this tour gave us an excellent overview of the historical centre. We got a lot of good information and could ask all sorts of questions. Finalizing the tour with chocolate tasting was also nice
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Excellent family tour
We had a great tour with our family. Alexis was an excellent tour guide and kept our two girls (8 and 11) entertained and engaged. Alexis was very flexible with our booking and answered all my questions quickly and with consideration via WhatsApp. We enjoyed it all and loved the chocolate tasting! With highly recommend.
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Great citytour!
Alexis took us on a great tour through Quito. His english was flawless and he had so much knowledge about the coty Ecuador in general. He was kind, patient and a pleasure to spend the afternoon with.
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Family friendly and welcoming tour!
Alexis was so welcoming and gave us a great overview of the history and culture. We have two young boys and he kept them engaged the whole time with great questions for them! The chocolate tasting was an excellent bonus to end the tour with.
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This was super...
This was super informative and really helps you understand some of Ecuador’s history. Alex was great, patient, friendly, and helpful. He took me to some historical places in the old city centre and did very well contextualising them. The chocolate tasting was also great! Highly recommend.
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Interesting in-depth tour of Quito's Old Town
We were surprised to find that there were just two of us being shown around Old Town Quito by our guide, which made for an intimate and friendly tour. He was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Quito, giving us interesting stories and fascinating insights into the locals' view of the various historic sites.
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Great experience
Excellent experience, our guide was very knowledgeable and had lots of interesting facts and stories to share with us. Lots of great places to visit. Cacao tasting was a good addition to the tour. The length of the tour was perfect to see the old town, we were just a small group, which was great for this kind of tour! Would definitely recommend
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CANNOT MISS! Excellent!!
WOW! This tour is spectacular!! You must take this super cheap tour. It was just my boyfriend and I, we were very lucky to have our guide all to ourselves. He was excellent!
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Quito walking tour
Great tour, learned a lot about the city and Ecuadorean customs. Highly recommend
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