Quito Private Best Street Food Tour with a Local Guide

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English, French, Spanish
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Explore Quito's vibrant culture and history with a local guide. Visit iconic sites like the Basilica del Voto Nacional. Taste Ecuadorian street food, sweet treats, and chocolate.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Immerse yourself in Quito's rich history and vibrant culture with our captivating walking tour through this UNESCO Cultural Heritage city. Begin at the majestic Basilica del Voto Nacional, offering stunning panoramic views of Quito. Explore Plaza de la Independencia, the historic center, and learn about Ecuador's political and cultural evolution. Stroll along Calle García Moreno, rich with historical significance, and visit the Antiguo Banco Central del Ecuador to understand the nation's transition to the US dollar. Marvel at the religious art and architecture of the Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, the largest convent in South America. Delight in traditional Ecuadorian sweets at Palacio Arzobispal, enjoy empanadas and refreshing juices at Los Jugos De La Sucre, and conclude with a luxurious chocolate tasting at Yumbos Chocolate, capturing the essence of Quito's unique culinary heritage.

What You Get

Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
In person: Spanish, English, French speaking guide
Walking tour
Tips (Optional)
Transportations

Good To Know

  • If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommended for everyone

What You’ll Experience

1

Basilica del Voto Nacional

Begin your journey at this neo-Gothic basilica, one of the largest in the Americas, known for its stunning architecture and panoramic city views.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)

Visit this historic square, the heart of Quito, surrounded by important government buildings and the Metropolitan Cathedral.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Camino de Garcia Moreno

Stroll down this historic street, known for its colonial architecture and as a route linking several key landmarks in Quito.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania

Explore one of Quito’s most beautiful churches, famous for its elaborate baroque interior covered in gold leaf.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Antiguo Banco Central del Ecuador

Discover the history of Ecuador's banking at this former central bank building, now repurposed for cultural exhibitions.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

Visit this large church and convent complex, one of the oldest and most significant religious sites in Quito.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Palacio Arzobispal

Admire this historic palace, formerly the residence of the archbishop, now housing shops and restaurants in its charming courtyards.
22 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Yumbos Chocolate

Conclude your tour with a sweet treat at Yumbos Chocolate, where you can learn about Ecuador’s rich chocolate-making tradition and sample artisanal chocolates.
26 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours
25/04/2024 - 09/06/2026
MONDAY
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SUNDAY
11:00 - 11:30

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Metropolitan District of Quito Pichincha, Ecuador, EC, 170136

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Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the main entrance of David Hotel, wearing a black hat.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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from  $156.45 
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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Ecuador Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: May 24, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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