What You Will Do
Your guide will be happy to take you on an unforgettable journey through the largest and least-altered historic centre of South America and show you why Quito was named the first world heritage site of UNESCO. In the old town you will find a great mixture of Spanish and Indigenous culture, which is showcased at its best in the many historic buildings and churches. On this private tour you will be taken to the most important sights such as the Basilica Church, the Independance Square, La Compañia Church, the San Francisco Square and the Panecillo hill with the statue of the Virgen of Quito.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Basílica del Voto Nacional
20 minutes
Also called the Consecration of Jesus or Basilica of San Juan (for the sector in which it is located), it is a neo-Gothic religious building in the historic center of the city of Quito D.M
2
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
15 minutes
The Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, located in the Historic Center of Quito old town, in the center a important monument , tells the story of the First Scream of Independence. Another shows the scene of the signing of the Act of Independence of Quito,
3
Church of the Society of Jesus
40 minutes
The Church of the Company began its construction in 1605 took 160 years to be built. By 1765 the temple finished the work with the construction of the facade. This was done by indigenous people who carefully shaped the baroque style in one of the most complete examples of art in America.
4
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
20 minutes
The Church of San Francisco is a Catholic basilica that stands in the middle of the historic center of Quito, in front of the square of the same name. The structure is the largest architectural complex within the historical centers of all America,
5
Calle La Ronda
15 minutes
one of the most beautiful and traditional streets of the city of Quito
6
El Panecillo
30 minutes
The Virgin of El Panecillo, also known as the Virgin of Quito by the name of the sculpture on which it is inspired, is a monument of the city of Quito D.M., in Ecuador. It is located on the top of the hill of El Panecillo, a peculiar elevation in the shape of a small bread that is located in the center of the city and serves as a backdrop to the Historic Center.
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