Guayaquil Highlights: History, Culture & Nature

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This tour provides a comprehensive view of Guayaquil’s most iconic spots, blending history, culture, and natural beauty into an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Parque Seminario - We begin the tour in the famous Seminario Park, also known as Iguana Park. This small but emblematic park is home to numerous iguanas that roam freely among visitors. Here you can observe these fascinating reptiles up close, feed them and even take some photos with them.
Catedral Metropolitana de Guayaquil - Guayaquil…

Parque Seminario - We begin the tour in the famous Seminario Park, also known as Iguana Park. This small but emblematic park is home to numerous iguanas that roam freely among visitors. Here you can observe these fascinating reptiles up close, feed them and even take some photos with them.
Catedral Metropolitana de Guayaquil - Guayaquil Cathedral:
A few steps from Parque Seminario is the imposing Cathedral of Guayaquil, officially known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Pedro. This neo-Gothic style church is one of the main Catholic temples in the city. Its interior, adorned with stained glass and impressive architectural details, offers a space of tranquility and devotion.
Plaza de la Administracion. - Mayor’s Office and Administration Square:
We continue our tour towards the Administration Square, where the Guayaquil Mayor’s Office building is located. This place is an administrative center and an important historical point of the city. The square is adorned with statues and gardens, and is a great place to learn about local history and admire the neoclassical architecture of the Municipal Palace.
Torre Morisca - Moorish Tower:
Walking a little further, we reach the Moorish Tower, also known as the Public Clock. This tower, with its distinctive Mudejar style, is one of the most recognized icons of Guayaquil.
Malecon 2000 - Malecon 2000:
Next, we head to Malecón 2000, an extensive recreational and tourist area that extends along the Guayas River. Here you will find a combination of green spaces, historical monuments and entertainment areas. It is an ideal place for a relaxing walk, with stunning views of the river and the city. We will visit the Hemicycle of the Rotonda, where the statues of Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín are located.
Las Penas - Las Peñas Oldtown:
We end the tour in the Las Peñas neighborhood, the oldest sector of Guayaquil. This picturesque neighborhood, with its cobblestone streets and colorful colonial-style houses, is a historical and cultural gem. Climbing the steps from Numa Pompilio Llona Street to Santa Ana Hill will allow you to enjoy spectacular views of the city and the river. Along the way, you’ll find art galleries, cafes, and craft shops that make this area a lovely place to explore.

What's Included

Private transportation
Specialized Pro Guide
In-vehicle air conditioning

What's Not Included

Lunch
Tips

Location

Parque Seminario

Avenida Chimborazo y calle Clemente Ballen

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Helenrt2954qo

Jul 2, 2025

Great day in Guayaquil! - This was a great way to see the city! Francisco was extremely friendly and enjoyable to spend an afternoon with. This was the perfect way to spend the little time we had getting to know Guayaquil.

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Sheri

Jun 30, 2025

Highly recommend! - Francisco is an excellent guide - he knows about the flora and fauna as well as the history and landmarks of Guayaquil. He also makes the tour fun!

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Cher

Jun 29, 2025

Outstanding local guide shows off his City's Highlights. - Francisco was a most knowledgeable and gracious guide. He knew lots of local lore and accommodated all our desires. He loves his job and it shows!

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Dps24

Jun 26, 2025

Excellent Guayaquil Tour - Francisco was great. On short notice he was available to take us on a Guayaquil tour. He managed the difficult traffic and showed us all of the sights. Excellent English and good fun to tour with. He also provided airport transport for us. Highly recommend.

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Traveler43588242758

Jun 21, 2025

Pretty city - and safe - The old town with colourful buildings is very pretty. Great to see Iguana park and the cathedral and walk along the boardwalk. I felt safe in this city. Thanks to driver Andre and excellent and knowledgeable tour guide Antonio Escobar.

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Jthayek

Jun 20, 2025

Awesome Family Friendly City Tour - Wonderful city tour with Francisco! He is so knowledgeable and accommodating. Our family had a blast - I would highly recommend it to others!

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Michael_s

Jun 10, 2025

On and off the beaten path with Francisco and Andrés of ProTrip. - My traveling friend and I were delighted to be taken on and off the beaten path through Guayaquil. We learned about Ecuador’s history, geography, politics, culture, cuisine, fauna, flora, medicinal/herbal plants, essential oils and sooo much more! Francisco and Andrés of ProTrip were engaging, friendly, considerate, and knowledgeable. They went above and beyond to give us a comprehensive experience. We felt looked after and safe at all times. They had flexibility on our tour day and generously extended it to make sure we completed everything we wanted to. It ended up being the best guided, private tour of Guayaquil we could have hoped for. Francisco and Andrés surely stood out for their caring, passion dedication and service. Look for them at ProTrip when in Guayaquil!

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Airbusmco

Jun 9, 2025

Great tour with the great Francisco and Andre! I LOVE this city and country thanks to my new friends and the tour. - My tour was fantastic! Despite the fact that I had been awake all night working, I was so happy to go on what turned out to be an amazing tour of Guayaquil with my new friends Francisco (the tour guide) and Andre (the amazing driver). The tour has the option to pick up and in multiple locations all over the city; mine picked up and dropped off at the Hilton where I was staying. Our tour was VERY fun and educational! Francisco is very upbeat and has a great energy. He knows so much about his country and city and he’s happy to share it with visitors. It’s so easy to go to a country and not learn much about it and leave. This tour was the best thing I’ve done traveling in a long time. I learned so much about the city and the country! Ecuador is rich in history, culture, arts, food, and mostly the great people. Who knew that the “Panama hat” isn’t from Panama?! Crazy! The country also has the best chocolate on the planet! We ended up at an chocolatier place and the dark chocolate ice cream was amazing! There is so much to try / eat in Ecuador. From the chocolate to the ceviche, you won’t leave the country hungry. During the tour we hopped around town. Andre would drop Francisco and I off in certain spots and then we would tour around a bit and pick us back up after a stroll of the area; then take us to a new area. The city has some very beautiful and lively areas and I was grateful I got to experience them with a local. It’s the best way to travel! Unfortunately, I did pass on the 444 steps at the lighthouse because I wasn’t feeling up to the physical challenge. After several stops around town and loads of fun I was back at the hotel. The whole tour was perfect at 3 hours as advertised. When I go back to Guayaquil I’m looking forward taking the same tour with my buddies Francisco and Andre again. My wife is jealous and wants to see the place behind all of these beautiful pictures I sent her. So we will see you in the future guys! Thank you so much Francisco and Andre for taking me all over the city and being such gracious host. You’re both great ambassadors to your country and you made my time in Ecuador unforgettable! Gracias mis Amigos! Buen Dia!

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Ianormarie_s

Jun 9, 2025

Francisco’s Tours are like hanging out with a friend! - My tour was fantastic! Despite the fact that I had been awake all night working, I was so happy to go on what turned out to be an amazing tour of Guayaquil with my new friends Francisco (the tour guide) and Andre (the amazing driver). The tour has the option to pick up and in multiple locations all over the city; mine picked up and dropped off at the Hilton where I was staying. Our tour was VERY fun and educational! Francisco is very upbeat and has a great energy. He knows so much about his country and city and he’s happy to share it with visitors. It’s so easy to go to a country and not learn much about it and leave. This tour was the best thing I’ve done traveling in a long time. I learned so much about the city and the country! Ecuador is rich in history, culture, arts, food, and mostly the great people. Who knew that the “Panama hat” isn’t from Panama?! Crazy! The country also has the best chocolate on the planet! We ended up at an chocolatier place and the dark chocolate ice cream was amazing! There is so much to try / eat in Ecuador. From the chocolate to the ceviche, you won’t leave the country hungry. During the tour we hopped around town. Andre would drop Francisco and I off in certain spots and then we would tour around a bit and pick us back up after a stroll of the area; then take us to a new area. The city has some very beautiful and lively areas and I was grateful I got to experience them with a local. It’s the best way to travel! Unfortunately, I did pass on the 444 steps at the lighthouse because I wasn’t feeling up to the physical challenge. After several stops around town and loads of fun I was back at the hotel. The whole tour was perfect at 3 hours as advertised. When I go back to Guayaquil I’m looking forward taking the same tour with my buddies Francisco and Andre again. My wife is jealous and wants to see the place behind all of these beautiful pictures I sent her. So we will see you in the future guys! Thank you so much Francisco and Andre for taking me all over the city and being such gracious host. You’re both great ambassadors to your country and you made my time in Ecuador unforgettable! Gracias mis Amigos! Buen Dia!

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Igcherch

Jun 8, 2025

Guyakil City Tour with Fransisco - Excellent tour that was easy to arrange and showed highlights of the city in 3 hours. Francisco is one of the friendliest tour guides I’ve seen. It’s clear how much he loves and knows about Guyakil. I loved all the waking and chatting with different business owners. We lived dark chocolate Fransisco offered to us - so he found us later that night at the restaurant to deliver the samples he purchased for us . Great guy and great tour

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From $48

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult