Tours & Activities in Quito
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
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!
If you want to tour Quito, you must start with the most important thing: its Historic Center
Come and together we will walk through these magical streets that hide many stories, knowledge and enigmas that will make you feel like a local.
With us you will have the opportunity to visit the following places:
- Basilica of the National Vow
- Church of the Society of Jesus, world famous for being covered in gold inside
- Church of San Francisco, and Plaza de San Francisco , all of this known as the largest and most important architectural complex on the American continent
- The most important squares in the Historic Center
🤤You will also be able to taste Quito delicacies that will captivate your senses, you will be able to taste Quito sweets and try the best Ecuadorian artisanal chocolate.
Don't hold back, don't let anyone tell you about it, come and dare to live this incredible experience with us!
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.
Can you imagine walking at night in the most beautiful historic center listening to legends, stories and taking good photos?
I would love to tell you about them, there are several.
👹 Stories of parties with priests, urban legends and deals with the devil.
👽 Quito is full of legends and mysterious stories... are they just legends or are they true? Come and find out.
⛪ A legend says that a church was built by the devil himself... is it true?
🍨 We will try some very interesting ice creams
🍻 We will finish with a delicious craft beer, choose your favorite
Join this tour, laugh, be amazed and discover the stories of this beautiful city.
See you at the Plaza de las Conceptas
You already know how to recognize the best free tours in Quito, look for the Yellow Umbrella
Includes:
* Certified guide
* Excellent photos
* Legends and stories
* 1 craft beer
Journey through the tradition and history of Ecuador on our Quito Free Shopping Tour. We'll learn about the country's most typical garments and handicrafts.
Welcome to the city of Quito, the city to discover the best preserved colonial center in South America , live a tour full of history and travel to the past with me. More than a guide, see me as a friend who is willing to show you the best things about my city.
We will begin the tour through its squares and churches where we will learn a little about its history, architecture and famous legends, in addition to exploring its historical spaces freely.
How much does this tour cost?
The free tours do not have a set price , instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (usually amounts between €10 and $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 get to know its surroundings and its importance within the city.
- Ñucanchi Shop.- recognizes the local cultures of Ecuador in addition to the amazing crafts that are 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.
- The Plaza Grande.- the busiest main square in old Quito.
- Tasting of chocolates or traditional sweets in one of the best preserved patios in the city.
- We will visit one of the first universities in the city of Quito.
- The Church of the Company of Jesus.- The baroque church completely gilded with gold and full of different artistic styles.
- Plaza San Francisco.- We will have a panoramic view of the San Francisco church and we will also visit its interior to learn a little more about Quito art.
- We will also visit surprise places ☺️✨
In case you want to enter the interior of a museum or church, we can do so with pleasure as long as the entire group agrees to do so 😊😊
If you wish, I can advise you so that you can discover other attractions, restaurants, traditional dishes, among others.
What are you waiting for to live this adventure?
NOTE: if you have already made the reservation, our guides will contact you to confirm the tour, so it is important to keep an eye on the Guru Walk application or your WhatsApp.
Does not include:
The Tickets
Additional expenses on souvenirs or drinks
Hello walker!! 👋🏻
This free tour is totally different, WE ARE A GROUP OF CERTIFIED GUIDES and at the end you will feel like another Quito native 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 (exterior). Largest neo-Gothic church in Latin America, with its very striking gargoyles
• “Camilo Egas” Art Museum
• Ñucanchi Shop, shopping time with Ecuadorian liquor tasting
• Tasting of Canelazo, traditional Quito drink; with or without alcohol you decide
• Archbishop's Palace , where we will taste the famous Mistelas, ice cream, and unique sweets.
• Plaza Grande, Cathedral, Government Palace.
• The Church of the Company of Jesus (exterior) or also called the golden church
• Former Central Bank of Ecuador (foreign), we will talk about why we use dollars?
• Place to buy the famous empanadas, humitas, cevichochos and natural juices
• Tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate while we enjoy the panoramic view of the San Francisco de Quito church.
Don't think twice and get to know the city of Quito in a unique and spectacular way... Cool life...!! (Yolo) 😄
