Domes & Coffee: Quito Walking Tour

4.8 (4 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

This experience is more than a walking tour—it’s a journey through Quito’s soul, combining history, architecture, coffee culture, and local flavors in a single immersive route.

What makes it unique is the way it connects iconic landmarks with hidden stories: from climbing historic domes for panoramic views of the “Face of God,” to tasting traditional sweets inside colonial courtyards, discovering entrepreneurial coffee experiences, and ending with world-class Ecuadorian chocolate.

Led by a local bilingual guide, this small-group experience blends culture, storytelling, and sensory discovery. You won’t just see Quito’s Historic Center—you’ll experience it through its rooftops, its aromas, and its flavors.

If you’re looking for a deeper, more authentic way to understand Quito, this is the experience that brings the city to life.

Options

Domes & Coffee Private Tour

Glass of wine: Private Quito tour with coffee, domes & a complimentary glass of wine.
Private Quito tour: Private Quito tour of domes, coffee, culture & historic sites.

Domes & Coffee Shared Tour

Duration: 3 hours
Small-group: Shared Quito walking tour of domes, coffee, culture & history.

What's included

  • Traditional Quito sweets tasting
  • Ecuadorian coffee tasting experience
  • Professional bilingual national tour guide (English & Spanish)
  • Entrance to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Quito
  • Entrance to the Church of La Compañía de Jesús
  • Ecuadorian chocolate tasting
  • Tips and gratuities (optional but appreciated)
  • Any services or expenses not specified in the itinerary

What to expect

  1. Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
    10m
    Your experience begins in the heart of Quito’s Historic Center, where your guide will warmly welcome you and introduce the journey ahead for an unforgettable cultural and coffee-filled adventure.
  2. Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Panoramic Views from Above:
    Our first stop is the Metropolitan Cathedral of Quito, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. We’ll climb to its highest point to enjoy breathtaking views of the Historic Center and capture unforgettable photos of the famous “Face of God.”
  3. Palacio Arzobispal
    15m · Admission ticket included
    A Sweet Break at the Archbishop’s Palace:
    After admiring Quito’s stunning architecture, we’ll stop at the Archbishop’s Palace to enjoy traditional local sweets, including the famous mistelas, small bites full of flavor and culinary history.
  4. 30m · Admission ticket included
    COEE – Ecuadorian Entrepreneurs Community:
    Visit the first and largest network of Ecuadorian entrepreneurs, where innovation, passion, and local talent come together to showcase the best of Ecuador. Here, you’ll enjoy a unique coffee experience, tasting premium Ecuadorian coffee and a variety of coffee-based products.
  5. Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Quito’s Golden Jewel:
    Our next stop is the stunning Church of La Compañía de Jesús, considered a masterpiece of Latin American Baroque architecture. Beyond admiring its breathtaking gold-covered interior, we’ll climb to its domes for a unique panoramic view of Quito.
  6. Yumbos Chocolate
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Grand Finale: World-Class Ecuadorian Chocolate
    We’ll end the experience with a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate, internationally recognized as one of the finest in the world. A perfect sweet finish to a journey full of culture, history, and flavor.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Plaza Grande, Chile between Garcia Moreno and Venezuela. Our guide will be waiting for you, next to the Independence Monument, with a wine-colored hoodie with the Kunakkuna Experiences logo.

End point

Our tour will end at Yumbos chocolates, a chocolate shop in front of the San Francisco Plaza (Benalcazar between Sucre and Bolivar).

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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