Walking Tour Quito

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Quito, Ecuador

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Get to know the historic center of Quito in just a few short hours on this walking tour. See many of the highlights of the city, including Independence Square, San Agustin Church, the catacombs, the change of the presidential guard (Mondays only) and much more. A bilingual guide (speaking English and Spanish) ensures you can ask questions and understand the historical sights you are encountering.

Learn about the history of this fascinating capital city
Chance to taste local Ecuadorian chocolate
Lots of opportunities to take photos
Guide helps you understand local culture and history

What's Included

Bilingual guide

Tips
Snacks
Soda/Pop

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Friends Hotel & Rooftop — Hotel Boutique
Junín Oe1- 61 y, Quito 170401, Ecuador
Friends Expeditions

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Basilica del Voto Nacional

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Quito Old Town

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Infant seats unavailable

Infants must not sit on laps
Not suitable for pets
Not wheelchair accessible
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 44 reviews

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Our guide Jonathan was...

Tom_P, Feb 2026

Our guide Jonathan was very knowledgeable. He also had a good sense of humour and adjusted the itinerary to suit us

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Jonathan. He will be pleased to know you appreciated his knowledge, sense of humor, and flexibility in adapting the itinerary. We truly hope to see you again soon!

A delightful walk through historic Quito!

Gary_V, Nov 2025

We had a wonderful walk through historic Quito with Juan. He provided us with an overview of the history and culture of Quito's Old Historic District. Juan was very flexible and tailored the experience to our questions and interests. We came away so impressed with the team at Friends Expeditions. They went far above and beyond to assist us. Hours after our tour had ended, they helped us secure a taxi during an early evening thunderstorm ... and then checked in with us to be sure we'd reached our hotel safely. We highly recommend them!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear guests, Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your walking tour through Quito’s Historic Center with Juan. Our goal is always to create memorable, personalized experiences — rain or shine — and it’s rewarding to know our team at Friends Expeditions made a lasting impression. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another adventure in Ecuador soon! Warm regards, The Friends Expeditions Team

The walking tour is a...

Susan_K, Oct 2025

The walking tour is a very good value and it is hosted by local people. The walking is easy and the guide is very knowledgeable and informative. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to know that you enjoyed the walking tour and appreciated our local guide’s knowledge and hospitality. It’s great to hear that you found the walk easy and worthwhile. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Would recommend !

Fiona_J, Nov 2024

Jonathan was full of knowledge and happy to chat whilst showing us the highlights of the city. Would definitely recommend as a quick way to get your bearings of the city or just to ensure you see as much as possible if you are only there for a day we we were.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Hi Fiona, Thank you very much for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the city tour and that Jonathan did an excellent job sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm. Your recommendation certainly means a lot to us.

Great guide and tour

Iwan_B, Nov 2024

Jonathan was a superb guide whose knowledge and communication was excellent. He took his time and made the whole experience very memorable. Thanks very much.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Dear Iwan, Thank you very much for your kind words. It fills us with joy to know that Jonathan contributed to make your experience memorable with his knowledge and excellent communication. Thanks again, and we hope you can visit Quito in the future!

Great tour!

Libby_S, Aug 2023

We had a wonderful morning walking through old town Quito with Juan! We visited many churches and sampled local sweets. A great Intro to the history of Quito!