Quito Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private Tour with a Local Guide

Duration2h - 8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Quito’s historic center through its grand churches, public squares, and traditional streets. Your local guide will connect the city’s Indigenous and European influences with Ecuadorian life today, from the architecture around San Francisco Plaza to La Ronda’s creative heritage. Choose 2, 3, 4, 6, or 8 hours, with a route tailored to your interests and the time you have.

Before you meet, you’ll receive a short Personalization Form so we can tailor the experience to your interests and pair you with a local guide. The true luxury is having their expertise and undivided attention, with the flexibility to explore at your own pace and focus on what interests you most.

- Discover Quito’s historic churches and Andean heritage
- Explore San Francisco Plaza and La Ronda’s traditional streets
- Choose a private 2, 3, 4, 6, or 8-hour experience
- Complete a Personalization Form for a tailored experience
- Get local tips on culture, shopping, and places to revisit

Options

2-hour Quito Walking Tour

Duration: 2 hours
Pickup included

4-hour Quito Walking Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

6-hour Quito Walking Tour

Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

8-hour Quito Walking Tour

Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

3-hour Quito Walking Tour

Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included

What's included

Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations

Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off

What to expect

Quito
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Explore Quito with a local guide who tailors the experience to your interests and the places you’d most like to discover. Before you meet, you’ll complete a short Personalization Form to help us match you with the right guide and plan a route that suits your travel style. You might focus on religious architecture, Ecuadorian history, traditional crafts, local markets, or daily life in the UNESCO-listed historic center. Shorter experiences offer a focused introduction, while longer options allow more time for neighborhood walks, optional visits inside historic buildings, and breaks.

Please note that this itinerary is not fixed. The number of stops will vary depending on your interests and selected duration.
Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
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Framed by the Metropolitan Cathedral, Carondelet Palace, and municipal buildings, Plaza Grande brings Quito’s religious and political history together in one central square. Explore with your guide and hear the stories behind its landmarks, while the surrounding arcades and public spaces offer a glimpse of daily life in Ecuador’s capital.
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Beside the Metropolitan Cathedral, El Sagrario offers a closer look at Quito’s religious architecture and colonial history. Admire its exterior with your guide and learn about its connection to the cathedral. If the church is open, you may choose to step inside to appreciate its decorative details and continuing role as a place of worship.
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An intricately carved stone facade introduces one of Quito’s best-known churches, celebrated for its Baroque architecture and richly gilded interior. Discover the craftsmanship behind the building and its place in the city’s religious heritage. An optional visit inside allows time to examine its elaborate decoration more closely.

Tickets to enter are not included.
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The broad square in front of San Francisco’s church and convent is one of Quito’s defining public spaces. Explore with your guide and learn about the religious complex, its architecture, and the stories surrounding its construction. The neighboring streets connect this historic landmark with the activity of the city today.
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Also known as Calle Juan de Dios Morales, La Ronda is closely associated with Quito’s music, craftsmanship, and neighborhood traditions. Walk past traditional buildings and balconies with your guide, learning how this historic street became a gathering place for artists and musicians. Browse craft shops when open and hear about the skills preserved by local artisans.
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Overlooked by the church and convent of Santo Domingo, this historic square connects religious heritage with the story of Ecuador’s independence. Discover the monument to Antonio José de Sucre and learn about his significance, while the surrounding streets offer another perspective on life in Quito’s historic center.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a private walking experience; no private vehicle is included. Hotel pickup on foot can be arranged for centrally located Quito hotels. Alternatively, meet your host at Plaza Grande, our recommended central meeting point. Your host will confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

This is a private walking experience; no private vehicle is included. Hotel pickup on foot can be arranged for centrally located Quito hotels. Alternatively, meet your host at Plaza Grande, our recommended central meeting point. Your host will confirm the exact meeting spot.

Pickup details

This is a private walking experience; no private vehicle is included. Hotel pickup on foot can be arranged for centrally located Quito hotels. Alternatively, meet your host at Plaza Grande, our recommended central meeting point. Your host will confirm the exact meeting spot.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

Cancellation policy

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

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