Complimentary activities at Casa Gangotena

Exclusive to guests staying at Casa Gangotena, a collection of complimentary, daily activities have been introduced to get under the skin of Quito's culture and history. Activities begin daily at 6pm.

Complimentary activities at Casa Gangotena
Area

Quito

Type

Food & Drink

Who

Adults

Older Kids

Difficulty

Leisurely

Everyday from 6pm-7pm Casa Gangotena offers a selection of complimentary activities, which can be any of the following:

- Enjoy a chocolate tasting experience, focusing on the traditional cacao produced locally for a delicious and rich treat.

- Begin to understand the ancestral medicinal traditions of Ecuador; be part of a mystical energy cleansing experience called 'limpia' and observe a master in the art hard at work.

- Make your way to the Casa Gangotena terrace for stories and tales regaling the history of Plaza San Francisco on which the hotel sits.

- Head to the Casa del Alabado after dark and be transported back to a pre-colonial era for an exclusive experience designed just for guests. The Casa del Alabado houses an impressive collection of artifacts, exploring the indigenous beliefs of the locals.

- Explore historical Quito on foot, heading from Plaza Grande to Plaza San Francisco and taking in the highlights of the Old Town.

- A tour of Casa Gangotena itself reveals long forgotten secrets and stories which bring this centennial mansion to life.

- Learn how to perfect the recipe for 'Agua de Frescos', the traditional house beverage which blends herbs and flowers to form a colourful and healthy refreshment.


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