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A street leading to a cathedral with twin spires, surrounded by historic buildings. 1
A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape, wooden tables and chairs, and a projector screen on the wall. 2
A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a paved plaza, and people posing in front. 3
A cafe with a chalkboard menu listing items like Americano and Cappuccino. 4
A fruit market with various fruits displayed in crates. 5
By Gabriela Ortiz
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $78 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Savour the taste of a traditional Quito dessert at a local bakery
    • Climb the towers of the Basilica del Voto Nacional for stunning views
    • Explore the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, a historic military hospital
    • Taste seasonal fruits at the Mercado Central and enjoy a local lunch
    • Indulge in a chocolate and wine tasting at a local chocolate shop

Activity location

    • Quito
    • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Venezuela 11-263 y, Quito 170130, Ecuador | I will be waiting for you at the main entrance of the Basilica del Voto Nacional, on Venezuela Street
    • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

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Quito: Architecture, Art and Gastronomy Tour

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English
Starting time: 4:00PM
Price details
CA $78.38 x 1 AdultCA $78.38
Total
Price is CA $78.38

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Certified tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit to a traditional bakery (Quesadilla dessert included)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Centro de Arte Contemporáneo (free entrance)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Basilica church and its towers (Entrance included)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Mercado Central
  • Inclusions
    Fruit tasting experience
  • Inclusions
    Traditional lunch
  • Inclusions
    Visit to a chocolate shop
  • Inclusions
    Wine chocolate tasting
  • Inclusions
    Beer tasting (1 beer per person included)
  • Exclusions
    Transport to the starting point (Basílica del Voto Nacional)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: High-heeled shoes, Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness

What you can expect

  • Begin your tour at the Basilica del Voto Nacional. After an introduction, visit a traditional bakery to taste the famous “quesadilla,” a traditional dessert from Quito.

    Next, visit the Arte Contemporáneo Museum, housed in the ancient Military Hospital, a building full of history. Then, head to the Basilica church and its towers. Climb the stairs and enjoy the amazing view of Quito from the top. Take some pictures and listen to stories about ancient Quito.

    Walk to the Mercado Central to taste some seasonal fruits. Then, enjoy a traditional lunch. Learn about some indigenous traditions, such as “las limpias,” which is part of the local culture.

    Finally, walk to a chocolate shop to enjoy the delicious and unique taste of Ecuadorian chocolate. After a wine and chocolate tasting, enjoy a delicious beer.

Location

Activity location

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    • Quito
    • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Venezuela 11-263 y, Quito 170130, Ecuador | I will be waiting for you at the main entrance of the Basilica del Voto Nacional, on Venezuela Street
    • Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador