Quito Super Saver: Half-Day Tour, Middle of the World Monument and Street Food
1914 Original trolley city tour of Quito (Daily): Monday to Saturday - 08h00 / Sunday -14h00
We begin in the northern part of the city with a tour along the most important commercial areas, where most of the hotels in Quito are located. Then we head to the historic center to visit the Basilica del Voto Nacional, where we will make a brief stop and explanation to later reach the Plaza de la Independencia, where through a walking route you will see the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace and the La Compañia Church, recognized for its adornments and gold altars. Tour will continue towards the Church of San Francisco, built in the seventeenth century. (Entrance to churches are not included). Then headed to the Mirador del Panecillo, a place renowned for its beauty, where you can admire a beautiful landscape of colonial and modern Quito.
Northern and south Hemisphere Experience In the Middle of the World (Daily): Monday to Saturday - 14h30 / Sunday -08h30
In the afternoon, we will start at the northern part of the city heading up to the “Middle of the World City” where the monument that divides the Northern from the Southern Hemisphere will be observed. It was built during the XVII century when a French Expedition defined the precise location of the equatorial line. Includes entrance to the Middle of the World, where you can enjoy the cultural experience of the attractions of this privileged place.
Quito, Street, Food & Art: Tuesday (Tuesday – 16h30)
We will move to La Floresta, considered among the most emblematic neighborhoods of the city, where we can admire a diversity of culture and art through its murals and graffitis.
Later we will take a different route, for those who like to enjoy street food, recognized by the locals as some of the best in town, we will experience the gastronomy that is offered in the streets and that is a trend of local consumption. At the same time we will learn the traditions that surround the preparation of delicious dishes.
This experience will leave us impressed with the different flavors that can be found in various corners of the city. Among which we can highlight, seafood, typical snacks, craftbeverages, grilled appetizers, etc.
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance fees
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking