TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world.
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. worth booking?
TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. is a 8-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $103 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (19)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $103 per person
What makes this tour special. ✓No other circuit combines so many layers in so little space: colonial history, mixed-race art, popular legends, Andean height, gastronomy and science, all walkable or minutes away. It is no
What you get
- Water bottle
- Private transportation
- Guide in English/Spanish
About this experience
What makes this tour special. ✓No other circuit combines so many layers in so little space: colonial history, mixed-race art, popular legends, Andean height, gastronomy and science, all walkable or minutes away. It is not a tour of isolated monuments, but a continuous narrative where each stop explains some of the previous one and prepares the next. That is why Quito is not visited: it is toured, tested and listened to. Besides. ✓Our service offers accompaniment all the time with a Certified Guide with experience in many tourist places of the country, (Costa-Sierra-Oriente/Amazonia) plus for your comfort and security we have private transportation round trip. Personalized attention, English-Spanish language. Above all, the good energy of the guide and the willingness to help you take many photos.
What's included
Included
- Water bottle
- Private transportation
- Guide in English/Spanish
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- The traveller will pay cash admission to government places of visit.
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Basilica del Voto Nacional
Basilica of the National Vote. • In this place you climb by elevator to the 10th floor here you can see: ✓ The central nave and its side altars, on its main altar is the most important Catholic image of Ecuador in honor of the sacred heart of Jesus. ✓ Its side stained glass with images of the Archbishops of the Ecuadorian Catholic Church. ✓ The main grazeton represents some species of orchids. Then up to the 14th floor where from your main balcony we will have a beautiful view of the colonial quito, bread roll mountain and nearby volcanoes. • And crossing the bridge in the middle of the church you climb the condor tower, where its panoramic view shows the entire valley of Quito. ✓ It is allowed to take photos throughout the tour.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
Independence Square. It is also known as the Plaza Grande. On site we will visit; ✓ The Archbishop's Palace and its courtyards. ✓Monument to independence. ✓ We can take pictures of the Government Palace.
25 minutes here · Admission not included
Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
Church of the Society of Jesus. • It is known as the most beautiful Baroque church in America. • Its interior has half a ton of gold leaf. • We will find symmetry and many impressive details elaborated by the famous Quito school of art. • We'll have time for pictures.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
Church and St. Francis Square • This church is considered the oldest in Colonial Quito, the place would have been an Inca palace. ✓ We can visit the inside of the church and take pictures. ✓ Also in the square we will have a beautiful view of the Virgin of the muffin.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Yumbos Chocolate
Chocolate Yumbos. In this place we will know what is the process of making and history of the best chocolate in the world. You will also have some free time to try a delicious chocolate which can accompany with a seasonal dessert.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
La Virgen del Panecillo
Viewpoint of the muffin El Panecillo is located right in the middle of the city, where we can see the monument to the Virgin of Quito, is considered the tallest aluminum statue in the world. ✓ In the place we can make very nice photos of Quito and its nearby volcanoes.
35 minutes here · Admission not included
Mitad Del Mundo
Half the world Capture so many moments at the monument halfway around the world. ✓ Take pictures ✓ You can shop for crafts.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Intinan Equator Museum
We will visit the interactive museum INTINÑAN , what is considered the exact site of half the world, where we can experience swinging an egg on a nail, look at the coriolis effect in the water and test the magnetic force. ✓ Capture many photos.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
TeleferiQo Quito
Cable car if the weather permits we will visit the cable car , where we can climb in the funicular up to 4000 m high and make a short walk to the end of the world swing, where we will take very nice photos..
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
Travelers will be picked up at the door of their stay.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Travelers will be picked up at the door of their stay.
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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cesarin Turismo Ecuador
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Quito Tour
We had an amazing tour today with Ceasar! Could not recommend him highly enough. We were visiting with our 6 year old and Ceasar kept the tour fun and informative so everyone had a great time. Ceasar was warm and friendly, he took us to an amazing restaurant for lunch which was perfect for the whole family. Thanks so much Ceasar!
via Tripadvisor
Cesar ecuador
Our tour guide Cesar was amazing, we really couldn’t have asked for someone better, he was a genuine human being and he helped us with a lot of things, he was also very personable, he asked us about life and we just loved him so much
via Tripadvisor
Great tour in Quito!
Wendy and Carolina were fantastic! I loved the tour and got to see almost everything there is in Quito in 1 day. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Great personalised tour
The connection with the company was fast and personalised. They took time to create special memories for me in Quito. If you’re looking for reliable, good English and Spanish look no further. Really happy with the day and especially the questions answered and the surprise visit - yum
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful day with lovely...
Beautiful day with lovely guide and driver.I fully recommend this tour.Big plus for Carolina the driver who was amazing!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. cost?
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Prices start at $103 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 TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. take?
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Plan for about 8 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 TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 19 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 TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world.?
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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 TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world.?
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Around 7 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does TOUR Quito Colonial-muffin, cable car and half the world. 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 tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities, Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings. 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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