Quito City Tour: Food, History, and Shopping
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74 Ratings
Quito

Discover Quito’s Oldtown: a cultural-gastro walking tour with tastings, history, and shopping. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basilica del Voto Nacional - The tour guide will provide insights into this Neo-Gothic Church, reminiscent of Notre Dame, which stands as a symbol of the city, country, and Catholic faith. Discover fascinating secrets and the history behind this remarkable place.
  • Nucanchi Shop - Here, visitors will delve into the indigenous cultures of…
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What's Included
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Empanadas
  • Chocolate, liquors, snacks and more
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Breakfast / Lunch
  • Entry/Admission
  • Basílica del Voto Nacional $4
  • Fundación La Compañia de Jesús $6
  • Museo San Francisco $6
Additional Information

Quick stop in Quito looking for a tour to know the city, local food and shopping? This was made for you! Book your unique experience with us and immerse yourself in a fascinating journey. From tastings of authentic flavors to historical discoveries and beautiful places to shop, our tour will take you through the most delicious and significant corners of…

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Location
Parque Gabriel García Moreno
Vargas
Go to the corner of Venezuelas and Francisco de Caldas streets, in front of La Basílica church, and look for your guide previously introduced via WhatsApp.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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S0leydim
Feb 18, 2026
Solo Traveler Approved - I booked a tour in Quito through Expedia just a couple of hours before it started, and I couldn’t have had a better experience. My guide, Stefy, sent me a detailed WhatsApp message ahead of time that made it super easy to find her, which immediately put me at ease. From the start, she was friendly, welcoming, and made me feel like I was in great hands. She explained the history clearly and knowledgeably, but also kept everything fun and engaging. One of the highlights was getting to taste delicious traditional foods, desserts, and drinks along the way — such a great way to experience the local culture. As a solo traveler, I was honestly a bit skeptical about joining a last-minute tour without researching reviews first. But Stefy’s warmth and professionalism quickly erased any doubts. The group atmosphere was so comfortable that I even made a new friend — another solo traveler on the tour. Overall, an amazing experience. I give both the tour and Stefy a 10/10 and would absolutely recommend her to anyone visiting Quito.
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Mark
Feb 15, 2026
A lot of history and sweets - I enjoyed Esteffi, and how she shared so much of Ecuador's history. She brought a lot of the culture out, and looked out for us on the streets of Quito. I would so much of Quito.
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Rosiehreviews
Jan 15, 2026
Best food tour in Quito - I had a fantastic food tour in Quito with Edwin and would highly recommend him. I ended up being the only guest, so it became a private tour, which was a real bonus. Edwin’s English is excellent and he’s extremely knowledgeable about Quito’s history, culture, and food scene. He explained things clearly and thoughtfully, and I learned a lot beyond just the food. He was also very attentive to my food preferences and allergies, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and well cared for. The pace was great, the food was delicious, and the tour felt personal rather than scripted. If you’re looking for a food tour that combines great local insight with flexibility and genuine care, Edwin is an excellent choice.
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Earl
Jan 6, 2026
Walking Tour with Kevin - We landed in Quito after a sleepless red eye flight and decided to hit the ground running with a walking food tour. It turned out to be a wonderful decision, we got to meet our guide Kevin who showed us around Quito’s old town while sampling food and learning about Quito’s rich history. Kevin was a charming guide while entertained us with stories and historical facts. We tasted chocolate, jam, coffee, empanadas, and candy. Overall it was a great introduction to Quito with a knowledgeable guide.
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Candyaltman
Dec 30, 2025
A great way to experience the historic center of Quito! - Daniel was a fantastic guide! Knowledgeable about the city and its history and the various sites around the historic old town. We loved our tastings which included a wonderful chocolate tasting , great empanadas, and a visit to a great store with food producers from around Ecuador. It was a great way to walk and experience the city- and enjoy some great treats. Highly recommend it.
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Mary
Dec 23, 2025
Great afternoon in Quito! - Great tour - learned about Quito’s history with humor and tasted chocolate, wines, jams, etc. Daniel was a great guide. 4 hour walking tour with rest stops. Interesting architecture and felt safe. We had a 12 hour layover in Quito and Ubered into Quito for the tour and then had dinner there.
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Smokey13650
Nov 21, 2025
Ahhh---Maaaazzzzing! - Kevin is amazing!!! Ah--maaaazzzzing! It was a privilege to be with one of Ecuador's rising stars... He loves his job! 10 Stars!!!!
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926kat
Nov 8, 2025
Great orientation of food and culture! - Our guide Stephy was fabulous. She was so knowledgeable, friendly and communicative. I can’t imagine a better orientation and delicious tasting tour for our first day in Quito.
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Milka_tuktuk
Oct 20, 2025
Super nice Tour and yummy - It was a lovely tour with a lot of interesting information about Quito and Ecuador. The best part of course is all the chocolate one gets to try ;) Kevin made this a really fun tour! Thanks for the good time!
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Helenmu2860ho
Sep 9, 2025
Historical walking tour of old town with food tastings - I had a private tour as I was the only participant. Kevin has a detailed knowledge of the history of the buildings and the cultural aspects of Ecuador. The tour was a great introduction to Quito’s centre, the people and the food. Chocolate tasting was interesting.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).