Trip Extension Overview
Embark on a half-day tour exploring the charms of Quito. From the stunning viewpoint at “El Panecillo,” admire the city’s churches and colonial architecture. Meander the cobbled streets of the UNESCO-listed colonial center, home to historic churches, museums, and iconic monuments. Gain insights into Quito’s rich history from an expert local guide. This tour is an excellent introduction to Ecuador and a great way to start your trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands.
Trip Features
- Half Day
- $90
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PHYSICAL RATING
Easy -
ACTIVITIES
Sightseeing -
HIGHLIGHTS
Historic Old Town, Colonial Churches & Architecture, El Panecillo
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Quito’s year-round mild weather, rich colonial history and dramatic mountain setting makes it a desirable place to visit. Enjoy an expertly guided tour of well-preserved Old Town Quito. Here, walk along cobbled streets as you explore this area filled with churches, museums and monuments grand enough to be named a UNESCO world cultural heritage site. Visit La Compañia, the church and museum of San Francisco, and the cathedral. From the Plaza de la Independencia, learn about the monumental buildings that border it including the Presidential Palace. Stop at a lookout point for a panoramic view of the city and its nearby volcanoes. El Panecillo is a 200-meter-high hill of volcanic origin offering breathtaking views overlooking Quito’s magnificent churches, colonial-style homes and the surrounding valleys. This is a great introduction to Ecuador and a nice way to begin your trip.
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