Things to Do in Quito
Discover the largest historic center in America, its churches , squares, sweets and chocolates
What will we do?
🍫 We will taste the best Ecuadorian chocolates and some other surprises.
😃 Learn some Kichwa
👟 We will walk on the street of the 7 crosses, the sacred street for the indigenous world.
🔆 I will tell you about the indigenous world and its worldview
⛪ Discover one of the oldest and largest churches in America; its construction took around 150 years.
😲 While I tell you some Quito legends, learn some colloquial Quito slang.
🏰 I'll tell you about the sacred indigenous temples.
🍝 I'll tell you where to eat according to your taste and budget.
🎁 Want to buy something? I'll tell you the best places.
🌟 Would you like to know what was here before? Inca and Pre-Inca times.
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Duration 3h30
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🤩If you'd like, we can do two tours on the same day so we can make the most of it! 🤩
All my tours are designed to be combined with each other, so you can do one in the morning , we'll have time for lunch, and then do the other tour in the afternoon .
My other walking tours are:
😍 Middle of the world and other surprises
🚠 Cable car and traditional market
💐 Traditional gastronomic market
👹 Legends of Quito
Find them at the end after the comments
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✅Includes:
+ Local guide.
+ All tastings. (subject to schedule and site availability)
+ Prizes during the tour.
Does not include:
– Things not mentioned in “includes”
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👉What to bring:
– Cap / hat
– Sunscreen
– Waterproof jacket and/or umbrella
– Comfortable shoes
– QR code reader on your mobile phone
– Camera or mobile phone camera.
I'll see you on the tour
Hello walker!! 👋🏻
This free tour is completely different, WE ARE A GROUP OF CERTIFIED GUIDES and by the end, you will feel like a local from Quito because we will learn about traditions, history, ways of speaking (Spanish), and above all, we will taste unique food.
THE POINTS TO VISIT WILL BE:
• Basilica of the National Vow (exteriors). The largest neo-Gothic church in Latin America, with its very striking gargoyles
• Camilo Egas Art Museum
• Ñucanchi Shop, shopping time with a tasting of Ecuadorian liquor
• Canelazo Tasting, a traditional drink from Quito; with or without alcohol, you decide
• Archbishop's Palace, where we will taste the famous Mistelas, ice creams, and unique sweets.
• Plaza Grande, Cathedral, Government Palace.
• The Church of the Society of Jesus (exteriors) also known as the golden church
• Old Central Bank of Ecuador (exteriors), we will discuss why we use dollars
• Place to buy the famous empanadas, humitas, cevichochos, and natural juices
• Ecuadorian chocolate tasting while enjoying the panoramic view of the San Francisco Church of Quito.
Don't think twice and get to know the city of Quito in a unique and spectacular way…. Chulla vida…!! (Yolo) 😄
If you want to explore Quito, you must start with the most important part: its Historic Center.
Come and let's walk together through these magical streets that hide many stories, knowledge, and enigmas that will make you feel like a true local.
With us, you will have the opportunity to visit the following places:
- Church of the Society of Jesus, world-famous for being covered in gold inside. Exterior visit.
- Church of San Francisco, and San Francisco Square, all known as the largest and most important architectural complex in the American continent.
- The most important squares of the Historic Center
🤤You will also be able to taste Quito's delights that will captivate your senses, enjoy Quito's sweets, and try the best Ecuadorian artisanal chocolate.
If you wish to visit the Panecillo hill, we can do so, but it will incur an extra cost for transportation.
Don't miss out, don't let others tell you about it, come and dare to live this incredible experience with us!
Have you ever learned Spanish while walking through a city? Have you ever learned about the indigenous cosmovision of Ecuador?
Hey you! I would love to show you the magic of Quito! Starting with the historic center, full of history and legends, then with a free Ecuadorian chocolate tasting, ice cream tasting, candies tasting & finally a Quito slang lesson in Spanish/Kichwa lesson!
We will visit:
- Basilica church (Second highest church in Latin America!)
- 7 crosses street (Iconic street, sacred in pre-Columbian times and in the Spanish conquest)
- Plaza Grande (the heart of Quito)
- Arzobispal Palace (one of the oldest and best preserved buildings in Quito)
- Compañía de Jesús Church (all made it with gold, hell yes!)
- Candies tasting (Different types of Ecuadorian candies)
- Ice cream tasting (Try all the flavors you want)
- Chocolate tasting (Did you know cacao bean comes from Ecuador?)
- Plaza San Francisco (oldest brewery in SouthAmerica)
- Church San Francisco (iconic Indigenous/European arquitecture)
Free city tour + slang lesson in Spanish + chocolate/ candies tasting = perfect plan 😊
*All the tasting are suitable for omnivores, vegetarians and vegans 😊
*I will be with a pink umbrella
Tired of churches? In this tour we will have a different experience, we will go deeper in the Ecuadorian food, flavors and art!
-Meeting Point: Zular CoffeShop
Did you know that high altitude coffee has the best quality in the world, do you know why? Here we will find the answer, we will learn of the process of making Ecuadorian coffe, and we will taste it too!
*Having a coffee is optional. Its price is about $3 (espresso, americano, macchiato or cappuccino)
- Plaza San Blas: We will learn about the history of this square and have you heard of the night priest?
- Central Market: Do you like new flavor and smells? We will discuss about the Ecuadorian gastronomy, we will try juices, fruits and food you never saw or eat in your life (Suitable for vegans, vegetarians or omnivores) and we will talk about the Ecuadorian roses.
*if you are hungry this is the place to get some food and if you want, you can have a “LIMPIA” to remove all bad energies.
- Sucre theater: Who was Sucre and why his name it’s everywhere! Let’s visit the most beautiful painting of Quito!
- Bolívar theater: let’s revive some art from the quiteño school art
- Plaza Grande: The heart of Quito
We will have a chocolate tasting in Paccari, you heard about it?
- Then we will visit the archbishop palace, here we will try traditional: Candies, Alcohol, Ice cream
- Camilo Egas museum
First painter to portray indigenous people in his art as a social protest.
And to finish we will go to Runa Tulpa to try the famous cocktail of Quito: CANELAZO
On this trip from Quito, you'll be able to put one foot on each side of the equatorial line that marks the Middle of the World!
Have you ever been to Quito?
If your answer is no, I haven't, let me tell you that you are in the right place.
My tour lasts four or three hours, it all depends on you my dear travelers, I do not like to pressure my tourist to visit any place, I will suggest the places we can go and you will decide.
This is a list of the places we normally visit on my tour:
- Basilica of the national vote (Gothic church)
- Archbishop's Palace (tasting of traditional ice cream)
- Big square (main square garden, historical information)
- Company of Jesus (the golden church)
- San Francisco (one of the most important churches in the Old Town)
- Yumbos store (chocolate tasting)
This tour is full of fun, you will learn about history, culture, architecture, local food and in general about life here.
Do not hesitate to contact me, more than your guide I will be your friend.
On this free shopping tour of Quito, we'll take a journey through the country's tradition and history through its handicrafts and most characteristic products.
Do you like photography?
This night tour will allow you to see the Historic Center of Quito from another perspective because we will visit different important points to take incredible photos of the colonial center while we tell you different legends of the city.
We will visit:
Church of St. Barbara
Monastery of Carmen Bajo
Big Square
San Francisco Square
and other interesting places
Come and be part of this entertaining night with us!!
Important: the tour operates with a minimum of 2 people
They say that to truly know a city, you have to try it .
That's why, on this Free Walking Gastronomic Tour of La Mariscal and La Floresta , Kunakkuna Experiences invites you to savor Quito street by street, bite by bite . It's not just any tour... it's a journey where every step whets your appetite and every dish tells you a secret.
We'll begin among the colorful streets of La Mariscal , a neighborhood steeped in history in its murals and filled with irresistible aromas. Here, you'll discover how tradition blends with creativity in dishes ranging from ancestral recipes to surprising fusions. We'll taste:
- Mote with chicharrón – a classic from the Ecuadorian highlands, with soft white corn and crispy chicharrón, served with that homemade touch that makes it unique (approx. $2.50) .
- Ceviche with an innovative touch – a fresh and creative reinterpretation of an icon of Ecuadorian gastronomy (approx. $2.50) .
- Contemporary Encebollado – traditional albacore fish soup with yuca and pickled onion, presented in a modern style (approx. $2.50) .
- Renewed Tigrillo – a mix of green plantain, egg, cheese and onion, combining tradition and modernity (approx. $3.00) .
We'll continue to La Floresta , a cultural epicenter where galleries, urban art, and cafes intertwine. Here you'll try:
- Local Salchipapas – Ecuadorian version of this street favorite, accompanied by homemade salsas (approx. $2.50) .
- Craft Beer Tasting – locally brewed with traditional ingredients and methods (approx. $3.50) .
- Ice cream with cheese – a sweet and salty combination that surprises all palates (approx. $2.50) .
The experience is complemented by a visit to Salinerito , where you will discover fair trade products such as cheeses, sausages and chocolates made by the community of Salinas de Guaranda (free visit) .
Finally, the tour culminates with a tasting at Paccari Chocolates , where you will discover the flavor and history of Ecuador's internationally recognized fine aroma cocoa (free visit) .
🌟 Come with a hunger for discovery and let Kunakkuna Experiences guide you. Book now and experience Quito like never before: through its flavors, its stories, and its people.
Welcome to Quito, the city where you can explore the best-preserved colonial center in South America . Experience a tour steeped in history and travel back in time with me. More than a guide, think of me as a friend eager to show you the best things about my city.
We'll begin our tour of its squares and churches, where we'll learn a little about its history, architecture, and famous legends, as well as explore its historic sites freely.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price ; instead, each person gives the guru the amount they consider appropriate at the end (usually amounts ranging from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Meeting point: Basilica of the National Vow
We will visit externally:
- The Basilica of the National Vow - Let's learn about its surroundings and its importance within the city.
- Ñucanchi Shop - recognizes the local cultures of Ecuador in addition to the amazing crafts made in the 3 continental regions of Ecuador.
- Casa del Higo - a unique, cozy colonial house with unique details from the 17th century and the Republican era.
- Plaza Grande - the main and busiest square in old Quito.
- Tasting of chocolates or traditional sweets in one of the city's best-preserved courtyards.
- We will visit one of the first universities in the city of Quito.
- The Church of the Society of Jesus - The baroque church gilded entirely with gold and filled with different artistic styles.
- San Francisco Square - We'll have a panoramic view of the San Francisco Church and also visit its interior to learn a little more about Quito art.
- We will also discover some surprising places ☺️✨
If you wish to enter a museum or church, we are happy to do so as long as the entire group agrees to do so.
If you wish, I can advise you on other attractions, restaurants, traditional dishes, among others.
What are you waiting for to live this adventure?
NOTE: If you have already made a reservation, our guides will contact you to confirm the tour, so it is important to keep an eye on the Guru Walk app or your WhatsApp.
Not included:
The Tickets
Additional expenses on souvenirs or drinks
The hot springs of Papallacta are one of Ecuador's main attractions. Enjoy its spa pools and the natural surroundings of Papallacta. It's a must-visit in Quito!
Let's explore Quito's Historic Center from its markets together on this food tour.
On our tour, you'll have the opportunity to visit well-known places in the city that are part of the daily life of Quito residents.
We will visit:
- Arenas Square or Market
- Central Market
- We will taste sugarcane juice
- We will taste different Ecuadorian dishes
Our tour ends in one of the most important squares in the Historic Center.
For this tour, we recommend NOT EATING BEFORE or having a light meal, because here we'll taste various dishes representative of different parts of Ecuador.
IMPORTANT:
On this tour, it is necessary to cover the costs of the tasting, all of which must be covered by the tourist.
We generally recommend having $10 if it is only 1 passenger or if there are 2 or more passengers we recommend $5 per person.
WE DO NOT REQUIRE A MINIMUM NUMBER OF TOURISTS, meaning the tour operates from 1 passenger
Do you know what Ecuadorians' favorite food is to cure a hangover?
Come, learn and try the typical foods of the city of Quito.
We are going to taste the best chocolate in the city , once full of energy while we walk we will explain what they like to eat in the Ecuadorian Amazon .
Little by little we arrived at the market to see the place where people go to drink water, where they cool the hot metal in the forge, etc. Do you know what this is for?
We will continue through the fruit and vegetable market that We are looking forward to seeing the most popular food dishes in Quito.
And we will try Andean fast food ... oops! What a treat!
Well, we have to hurry up for dessert, seasonal fruits Oh! and then an empanada 😁🥟 doesn't look bad...
By the way, did you know that sugar cane is eaten in pieces?
Well , with our stomachs almost full, we're going to try the best ice cream in paila ... with a sip of alcohol, hehe.
Well, if you want to know more about the typical food of Ecuador and Quito, book this free tour and don't go without eating.
Important:
- Tastings and dishes not included.
- Budget for one person $10
- Budget for two or more people $7 per person
- Don't forget to tell us if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions👌😋.
- The experience of this tour is better if you don't eat anything beforehand lol,🤪
⚠️ Important note :
Because we operate at 4,050 meters above sea level (13,287 ft.), your safety and the best views are our top priorities. If you see a cancellation notice, it's solely due to weather conditions; please chat with me to confirm the real-time weather forecast!
On this tour we will ascend from 3,117 meters above sea level to Cruz Loma at 4,050 meters above sea level, which makes it one of the highest cable cars in the world.
What will we do?
🇪🇨 We will visit a traditional market
🍓We will try different fruits , juices and traditional cuisine
🚠We will travel on the Quito cable car
👣We will walk on the mountain , discovering flora and fauna
😍We'll take pictures with the llamas , they're very friendly and soft
⛰️We will enjoy the swing at 4100 meters above sea level
🍱We will enjoy snacks and/or traditional food
🌟 We will return via a different path to reach the cable car cabins and descend to the city
Important: We depart with a minimum of 2 people
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🤩If you'd like, we can do two tours on the same day so we can make the most of it! 🤩
All my tours are designed to be combined with each other, so you can do one in the morning, we'll have time to eat something, and then do the other tour in the afternoon.
My other walking tours are:
😍 Historic Center! "Quito is a must-see, discover its history and flavors."
🌎Middle of the world and other surprises
👻 Legends of Quito, sunset tour
Find them at the end after the comments
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✅ Includes:
+ Certified tour guide
+ Tastings
+ The best photographs
Does not include:
* Cable car entrance: $9
* Food at the market: $2 to $4
* Transportation: $3 to $5
* Things not mentioned in "includes"
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What to bring:
🧢 Cap / hat
🧴 Sunscreen
🧥 Waterproof sweater
🥾 Comfortable shoes
📱 QR code reader on your mobile
📷 Camera or mobile phone camera.
🤩 I'll see you on the tour 😊
