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Middle of the World, Historic Center of Quito, Panecillo and viewpoints

5.0 (2 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Middle of the World, Historic Center of Quito, Panecillo and viewpoints

About this activity

The Tour has certain guidelines, however I can adapt the tour to your needs in terms of duration and schedules. We can modify the beginning and end of it according to your tastes, preferences and needs. I will advise you on everything you need and I will give my all to make your experience pleasant and unique.

The tour is through the old city of Quito, we will talk about history, geography, culture, architecture, we will do several tastings in different stations and places in the old city. Tasting of local drinks, Ecuadorian chocolate and local sweets.

We will visit important places such as: Basilica of the National Vow, Street of the 7 Crosses, Venezuela Street, Plaza de la Independencia, Archbishop's Palace, Carondelet Palace, Quito Cathedral, Churches, Arco de la Reina and Calle la Ronda. The real half of the world in the intinan museum

We love tourism and we like to meet new people. Enjoy the city and Ecuador with us.

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At a glance

Duration
5–6 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–4
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
SUPAY ECUADOR TOUR

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: National Tourism Guide endorsed by the Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador
  • Included: Tasting of Ecuadorian sweets and liquors.
  • Included: Bottled water: 1 bottle of water per passenger

Not included

  • Not included: Tips, tips
  • Not included: Lunch is not included due to the wide variety of restaurants. However, our guide always makes a recommendation regarding the restaurants in each place.
  • Not included: Admission tickets

Itinerary

  1. Basilica del Voto Nacional

    45 min Admission not included

    We will go up to the condor tower and the clock towers, where we will have one of the best viewpoints of the city of Quito.

  2. Palacio Arzobispal

    15 min

    Tasting of agave liquor and sugar cane liquor. Local drinks (contains alcohol).

    Tasting of

  3. Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)

    15 min

    Independence Monument

    Place where former president Gabriel García Moreno died

    Carondelet Palace

    Primate Cathedral of Quito

    City hall

    Legends

  4. Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania

    45 min Admission not included

    Catholic temple covered inside with 24-karat gold sheets.

  5. Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

    15 min

    One of the oldest churches in the city, and the temple of the first mendicant order to arrive in Quito.

  6. Yumbos Chocolate

    40 min Admission included

    Yumbos Chocolate Factory

    Tasting of fine aroma cocoa and different varieties of artisanal Ecuadorian chocolate.

  7. Calle de las Siete Cruces

    15 min

    Traditional street of the city of Quito

  8. Arco de la Reina

    15 min

    Arco de la Reina, Old entrance to the city of Quito

  9. Museo de la Ciudad

    15 min

    Museum of the old hospital city "San Juan de Dios"

  10. Monasterio de Carmen Alto

    15 min

    Important monastery of the city of Quito

  11. Intinan Equator Museum

    one hour Admission not included

    half of the world defined with military GPS. The real half of the world.

  12. La Virgen del Panecillo

    20 min Admission included

    Mirador de la Virgen del Panecillo

    main hill in the middle of the city

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Wyndham Quito Airport
  • Mercure Alameda Quito
  • Wyndham Garden Quito
  • Mariscal Sucre Airport
  • Anahi Boutique Hotel
  • Hilton Colon Quito
  • Viajero Quito Hostel
  • Ibis Quito Hotel
  • Swissotel Quito
  • Air Suites Hotel Boutique
  • La Quinta by Wyndham Quito
  • Hotel Wanderlust

and 4 more pickup points

Hello traveler, we will help you schedule your visit.

If you want to modify the route, we adapt to your needs.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • You can smoke

  • It is not recommended for people with difficulty walking.

Traveller ratings

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