



What to expect
We visit the exterior of this neo-Gothic church and climb its towers to enjoy a panoramic view of the Historic Center of Quito while the guide explains its history and symbolism.
30 MinutesWe explore an art gallery that allows us to learn about the stories, traditions, and ideologies of the indigenous peoples of Ecuador. The visit depends on the museum's availability.
13 MinutesWe enter a craft shop where we taste local snacks, a traditional liquor or non-alcoholic drink, and learn about indigenous cultural expressions through music and traditional masks.
20 MinutesWe walk along one of the most emblematic streets of the center while tasting a traditional sandwich and learning why it is special in Quito.
15 MinutesWe taste traditional Quiteño sweets, including unique recipes such as mistelas, in a classic city space.
10 MinutesWe stop to take photographs of the colonial architecture and taste empanadas or pristiños, with vegetarian or vegan options.
15 MinutesWe learn about the history of Quito and Ecuador from the main square, observing the Government Palace and the Cathedral.
20 MinutesBrief exterior stop to understand the country's monetary history and the use of the dollar in Ecuador.
10 MinutesWe try traditional humitas and quimbolitos, with vegetarian and vegan options.
15 MinutesWe see the exterior of the largest convent in South America and learn about some of its historical curiosities.
15 MinutesWe enjoy a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate made with fine aroma cocoa, learning about its history and process.
25 MinutesPlaza de San Francisco
10 MinutesWhat you should know
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Clothing suitable for variable weather
- Light jacket or raincoat
- Sunscreen
- Smoking
- Drinking excessive alcohol during the tour
- Live guide in Spanish and English
- Not wheelchair accessible
What is included
- Local guide throughout the tour
- Tasting of traditional sweets
- Tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate
- Tasting of canelazo with or without alcohol
- Local snacks such as empanadas, pristiños, humitas and quimbolitos
- Entrance to Nucanchi Shop
- Entrance to the Street of the Seven Crosses
What is not included
- Lunch
- Tips
- Entrance to the Basilica of the National Vow
- Entrance to the Basilica of the National Vow













