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Quito's Culinary and Cultural Walking Tour: Explore Hidden Wonders & Irresistible Tastes
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446 Ratings
Quito
Interested in a journey that blends historic significance, cultural richness, and culinary appeal? This expedition in the city of Quito offers an ideal chance to explore its undiscovered marvels. Coupled with scenic vistas, it ensures stunning photography prospects for keepsakes.
Interested in a journey that blends historic significance, cultural richness, and culinary appeal? This expedition in the city of Quito offers an ideal chance to explore its undiscovered marvels. Coupled with scenic vistas, it ensures stunning photography prospects for keepsakes.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Basilica del Voto Nacional - The Neo-Gothic Church similar to Notre Dame, where our guide will accompany you to the towers to have a spectacular panoramic view of the entire city of Quito.
- Museo Camilo Egas - An art gallery where they will learn about some of the stories, traditions and ideologies of the indigenous groups of Ecuador….
- Basilica del Voto Nacional - The Neo-Gothic Church similar to Notre Dame, where our guide will accompany you to the towers to have a spectacular panoramic view of the entire city of Quito.
- Museo Camilo Egas - An art gallery where they will learn about some of the stories, traditions and ideologies of the indigenous groups of Ecuador. (DEPENDING ON THE DAY THIS PLACE MAY OR NOT BE OPEN)
- Palacio Arzobispal - Place where you can taste traditional sweets from Ecuador.
- Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande) - Our guide will clearly show you the history and evolution of Quito and Ecuador, from the square you will be able to see “El Plalacio de Gobierno”, “The Cathedral”. In order to understand why Quito is considered “First Cultural Heritage of Humanity”
- Calle García Moreno - You will walk through the most touristy street in the historic center of Quito, where you will see Iglesias, the headquarters of the Royal Audience of Quito, the municipal library, all this will be explained by your guide
- Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania - Best expression of the Quiteño Baroque, where your guide will explain from the outside why it is called the Church bathed in gold leaf and its main facade, remember that the end of the tour is near this attraction so you can return if you want to visit it by inside
- Antiguo Banco Central del Ecuador - A brief stop outside the Old Central Bank of Ecuador to learn why we use the dollar and what was our currency?
- Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco - The largest convent in South America, where your guide will give you an explanation of it and some curiosities
- Los Jugos De La Sucre - You cannot leave Quito without buying the delicious empanadas and natural juices, but if you are vegetarian or vegan there are also local options (AVAILABLE MONDAY - SATURDAY)
- Yumbos Chocolate - You like chocolate? Well, we will have a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate made with fine aroma cocoa and its history in Ecuador and the world.
What's Included
- Chocolate tasting
- Snacks
- Tasting of traditional sweets
- Tasting of canelazo - traditional drink with or without alcohol
- Chocolate tasting
- Snacks
- Tasting of traditional sweets
- Tasting of canelazo - traditional drink with or without alcohol
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Location
Parque Gabriel García Moreno
Vargas
The Gabriel Garcia Moreno park is located in front of the La Basilica del Voto Nacional Church between “Venezuela and Francisco de Caldas” streets.
You will identify your guide by a cap, bracelet or a pin with the word “TuristiK”
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(446 Ratings)
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Bigbburrows
Jan 15, 2025
Great Tour guide and tour of Quito - Vivi was great tour guide, very knowledgeable and food was delicious. Since for Lunch and tour started at 2:00 PM I would recommend a bit more food up front and first restaurant Vivi took us too we had to order food at our own cost as hungry but the Tamales were some of the best we ever had and one (could be cut in pieces) and should be part of tour :)
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Lisa_k
Jan 15, 2025
A must do in Quito - Kevin was exceptional. From the info he provided, to the personable service to the food he chose to share. One of the best tours I’ve ever taken. I highly recommend.
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M6699scpeterd
Jan 15, 2025
A great way to spend a morning. - This tour was the perfect mix of culture and cuisine. Vivi, our guide, was great, not only was she knowledgeable on the subjects covered by the tour, she was also more than happy to talk about any topic relating to Ecuador and Quito. Best of all Vivi was extremely personable with a great sense of humour and was keen to ensure that we understood what we were seeing and tasting.
We took the morning tour and would recommend this as it avoids the hotter part of the day and completely avoid the need for lunch!!
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Lisakq2071mc
Jan 14, 2025
A must do tour in Quito - Kevin was an amazing guide. So knowledgeable about Ecuadorian history and culture. The food stops were wonderful and Kevin had a great relationship with all the producers. My fav was the artisan chocolates. Kevin gave so many suggestions for other places as well. So many I never would have found on my own. One of my favorite tours ever. Thanks Kevin!
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Trip03319518990
Jan 14, 2025
10/10 - It was amazing. A good mix out of history, culture and sightseeing.
The guide was super funny and we even did a bit salsa dancing at the end 😁
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Escape84058
Jan 12, 2025
Unbeatable tour! - Vivi was simply wonderful. She loves her city and it shows.She is so knowledgeable and so warm and friendly! It was easily the best tour I’ve ever had and will be a shining memory from my trip!
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Batikblond
Jan 12, 2025
Food tasting and cultural tour. - Our tour guide (Vivi) was very informative and so fun, we really had a great time! I would say this walking tour is a nice balance of cultural information and food tastings and of course a little exercise!
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Sandra_p
Jan 11, 2025
Great tour for a city introduction - Excellent tour to discover some of the city landmarks, the history and a taste of the local cuisine..
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348harriets
Jan 10, 2025
Walk, eat, repeat - Amazing tour of the old city center of Quito with Malena who obviously loves what she does. We did not anticipate getting to try so many different food so be ready to eat your way through Quito. So much great information, views, restaurants and fun. I would highly recommend this tour and if you get Malena you'll have the best time.
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Harriet_s
Jan 8, 2025
Old Town Quito on Foot - Malena was an excellent guide. We learned more about Ecuador and Quito than I will ever remember. She obviously loves what she does. The one thing that we were not prepared for was the amount of food we actually got to enjoy at the various stops. So come hungry! The churches we saw were all so beautiful and the restaurants were quaint and cozy. Beautiful old achitecture and so many variations of street cobblestones. Absolutely recommend this tour and if you get Malena you will have a wonderful time.
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