Scenic Walking Tour of Quito
Marvel at the art and architecture of Quito as you explore on foot, accompanied by a private guide. Discover Quito's colonial quarter which has been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and contains innumerable treasures of design and history.
Area
Quito
Type
Art & Architecture
History
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Older Kids
Difficulty
Leisurely
Begin at the Independence Plaza which is surrounded on all sides by key highlights of the city, including the cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace and the Municipal Building. Visit the church of La Compañía de Jesús and take a moment to admire its impressive gilded interior before continuing on to the monastery of San Francisco, an impressive structure which boasts a beautiful baroque interior and an iconic statue of the winged Virgin of Quito as its main altar. The final stop on this three-hour tour will take you up to one of the city's best viewpoints where you can soak in fantastic panoramas over Ecuador's sprawling capital.
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