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Quito City Tour: Explore Exquisite Architecture and Culture Amidst Majestic Mountains

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Immerse yourself in the exquisite architecture and vibrant culture of Quito on this city tour. Explore stunning churches, cathedrals, and basilicas amidst majestic mountains.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal - In the morning our guide will pick you up at your hotel to take you to visit the city Light of America. We start with an interesting tour of the most traditional market in Quito, we will observe flowers, fruits, typical foods and the daily life of the people who come to this market to shop.
Basilica del Voto Nacional - We continue to the Basilica of the National Vow, considered the most important work of neo-Gothic architecture in our country, where we can climb its towers, observe its gargoyles and walk through its interiors, which are still unfinished according to legend.
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande) - We advance towards the Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, where the Government Palace or Carondelet Palace, the Municipal building and the Cathedral of the City are located, after a few steps we will arrive at the Church La Compañía de Jesús, jewel of the Baroque architecture and imposing sample of the colonial art of Quito.
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco - We continue to the San Francisco Church where we will learn about the interesting myths and legends that took place during its construction. In this square we will have the opportunity to taste one of the best chocolates made with fine Ecuadorian aroma cocoa.
Calle La Ronda - After this delicious stop we walk until we reach Morales Street, or better known as the Ronda, a place full of colorful houses that have been preserved since colonial and republican times.
El Panecillo - We continue to the viewpoint of Panecillo located at the top of the hill of the same name at 3,035 meters above sea level, and formerly known as “shungoloma” or heart hill, here is an aluminum replica on a large scale (45mts.) of the Virgin of Quito, sculpted by Quito artist Bernardo de Legarda and whose original is displayed on the main altar of the Church of San Francisco. At the end of the tour, our transportation will be waiting for you to return to your hotel.

What's Included

Private transportation
Tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate
Visits according to itinerary
Bilingual certified guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fees

Additional Information

Enjoy this city tour of Quito. This city is located on a horizontal strip of land running north to south between beautiful mountains. The splendor of the city’s natural setting, combined with its attractive squares, parks and monuments as well as the warmth of its people, makes it a unique and unforgettable place. A city like Quito, specializes in demonstrating the high architectural and cultural level, for these reasons it is essential to visit its churches, cathedrals and basilicas (Cathedral Metropolitan of Quito, Basilica del National Vote and Foundation Church of the Company). Walking around these places is an unmemorable act and no one should miss it.