
Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine worth booking?
Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine is a 4-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $25 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $25 per person
The Quito City Tour you were looking for. Explore the stunning Quito colonial architecture. Visit its charming squares, monumental churches, museums, viewpoint of the Virgen, taste the local cuisine, and listen to storie
What you get
- A Guide/driver
- Pick-up from the Hotel
About this experience
The Quito City Tour you were looking for. Explore the stunning Quito colonial architecture. Visit its charming squares, monumental churches, museums, viewpoint of the Virgen, taste the local cuisine, and listen to stories and legends. Walk through narrow streets surrounded by elegant residences built between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries. The Plaza Grande with the Independence Monument. The Panecillo; Protective Mother of Quito, The Golden Church. The imposing church and convent of San Francisco de Quito. The charming street of La Ronda, Queen´s arch. Listen to a bilingual guide who tells you that the city was already inhabited more than 9,000 years ago. Quito was the first human settlement in the Andes Mountains. Learn about the legend of the devil who helped an indigenous master build the atrium of San Francisco.
What's included
Included
- A Guide/driver
- Pick-up from the Hotel
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Meals, tips
- Optional activities
What you'll see and do
Quito Old Town
Pick up from the hotel or meeting point to start the tour along with a local guide.
Pass by without stopping
Museo de la Ciudad
The city Museum shows the history of Quito and Ecuador over many centuries. From the indigenous era to the Ecuadorian republican one. Walk through many halls to understand more about this delightful city. The museum is installed in the former hospital from Quito. A moorish colonial construction. This colonial residence keeps the pass of the time for new visitors.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
Visit the oldest church in Quito that was built in 1535. This church still preserves its original architecture. Its main altar was bathed in gold leaf which makes it aesthetically impressive. Here, you can take photos and admire sculptures and paintings dating from the XVII or XVIII century. The first art school in the Americas and the first brewery were born in its convent.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
Political, historical and administrative center of the city, where four powers of the state are located; the Presidential Palace, City Hall, Catholic Church Office and the main Cathedral are standing out to give life to the Plaza.
30 minutes here
La Virgen del Panecillo
The Immaculate Lady of Quito is the largest landmark that contemplates and look out the city. It is an incredible view point to see all the city. Its imposing height is visible from all sectors. The place where it sits was a worship-ceremonial site of the first indigenous settlements, even before the Incas arrived from the south. The perfect place to discover more beauties of the city and take extraordinary photos during your visit.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Quito
Back to the hotel.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Galapagos My World
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $25 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Galapagos My World, who run 10 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.7.
See everything Galapagos My World runsWhy this scores 64
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Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine cost?
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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Quito City Tour: Old Town, Panecillo & Local Cuisine start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day, Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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