Between Murals & Flavors: Modern Quito Walking Tour

Duration3h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

This tour offers a completely different way to experience Quito—beyond traditional sightseeing. Instead of just visiting landmarks, you’ll connect with the city through its urban art, local flavors, and creative neighborhoods.

What makes it special is the balance between culture, gastronomy, and storytelling. You’ll walk through La Mariscal and La Floresta with a local guide who brings each mural, market, café, and hidden corner to life with context and meaning.

You’ll discover authentic places most travelers miss: artisan markets, independent cinemas, bohemian streets, and contemporary art spaces—ending with a high-quality Ecuadorian chocolate tasting.

It’s an immersive, small-group experience designed for travelers who want to feel Quito, not just see it.

Options

Quito Street Art & Printmaking

Art class: Includes a hands-on art class where experts teach screen printing or engraving. Create your piece and take home a unique hand
Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour immersive Quito tour through La Mariscal & La Floresta, exploring street art, murals, modern architecture and a hands-
Welcome drink: Includes a welcome drink at Spacio Cultural, choose hot or cold drinks, soft drinks, or beer before the tour begins.
Meeting point: pacio Cultural, a vibrant urban art space on Luis Felipe Borja Street, in Quito’s creative neighborhood (https://n9.cl/14aa).

Quito Street Art & Murals Walk

Duration: 3 hours: Explore Quito’s street art, culture, and flavors in La Mariscal & La Floresta, plus an Ecuadorian chocolate tasting. (~3h30)
Soft drink at Spacio Cultural: Includes a welcome drink at Spacio Cultural, choose hot or cold drinks, soft drinks, or beer before the tour be
Meeting point: Spacio Cultural, a vibrant urban art space on Luis Felipe Borja Street, in Quito’s creative neighborhood (https://n9.cl/14aa)

Quito Street Food & Chocolate

Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour Quito street art tour in La Mariscal & La Floresta with extra local food stops and tastings.
Includes tastings: Includes tastings of ceviche, encebollado, green plantain empanadas, and a soft drink at Ocho y Medio café.
Route with additional stops: Similar route to the base tour, but with stops at local restaurants to taste Ecuadorian cuisine and experience a deeper view

What's included

Soft drink at the Ocho y Medio Cinema café, a cozy cultural space in La Floresta, perfect for a refreshing break during your experience.
Visit to La Mariscal Artisan Market
Visit to Santa Teresita Church (neo-Gothic landmark)
Professional bilingual national tour guide
Ecuadorian chocolate tasting

Tips are optional but highly appreciated. They are a great way to recognize your guide’s dedication, knowledge, and passion throughout the experience.
Personal expenses

What to expect

SPACIO CULTURAL
40m · Admission ticket included

We will begin our experience beneath this iconic arch, where your guide will warmly welcome you. Here, you’ll learn about the fascinating history of this landmark, a symbolic gateway to one of Quito’s most emblematic and vibrant districts.
Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal
20m

Quito’s largest artisan market and a smaller counterpart to Otavalo’s famous Plaza de Ponchos. Here you’ll discover a wide variety of Andean handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs. You’ll also have free time to browse and find the perfect keepsake from your visit.
15m

Castles of La Mariscal:
Enjoy a charming walk along Roca Street, between Amazonas and 6 de Diciembre avenues, where you’ll discover unique buildings that look like they came straight out of a fairytale. These architectural gems stand as witnesses of La Mariscal’s golden era.
10m

La Mariscal Historic Villas Area:
Here we’ll revisit how elegant villas and country homes once shaped La Mariscal in the mid-20th century, a period of transformation and urban growth that marked a new chapter in Quito’s history.

Mona Caron Mural:
A striking large-scale urban artwork that celebrates nature, resilience, and cultural identity through powerful visual storytelling.
10m

Salesian University Mural:
Another remarkable piece of Quito’s urban art scene, featuring powerful messages of identity, culture, and creativity. This vibrant mural reflects the city’s contemporary artistic expression and its connection to social and cultural narratives.
15m

Visit a local market with a modern touch, hidden within Quito’s bohemian La Floresta neighborhood. This traditional space offers an authentic glimpse into everyday local life, where you’ll connect with the city’s culture, flavors, and community spirit.
15m

We will explore the vibrant streets of Valladolid, Vizcaya, Lugo, Guipúzcoa, and Coruña, discovering colorful murals, independent galleries, cozy cafés, and hidden corners. This walk reveals La Floresta as one of Quito’s most dynamic cultural and creative districts.
20m · Admission ticket included

A landmark of independent cinema in Quito, founded in 2001 and located in the La Floresta neighborhood. Dedicated to auteur films, Ecuadorian cinema, and non-commercial productions from around the world, it also serves as a vibrant cultural hub hosting workshops, events, and screenings.

Here we will take a break at its cozy café, the perfect place to recharge and enjoy a warm drink before continuing the experience.
30m · Admission ticket included

We will conclude the experience with a guided tasting of fine aroma cacao chocolates, crafted by Paccari, internationally recognized for its exceptional quality and unique flavor profile. A perfect final touch that celebrates Ecuador’s world-renowned chocolate heritage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Spacio CUltural, Luis Felipe Borja and Tarqui. Please see map for reference. Your guide will be waiting in the entrace of the Spacio Cultural, wearing a wine-colored Kunakkuna Experiences hoodie.

End point

The tour ends at Paccari Casa de Experiencias Floresta, in La Floresta neighborhood. It is near Plaza La Floresta, Av. Isabel La Católica, and surrounded by cafés, restaurants, and art spaces in one of Quito’s most creative and cultural areas.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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