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Capturing the essence of Quito
Explore the Historic Center of Quito with a unique perspective: through your camera or smartphone. On this free tour, you will immerse yourself in the beauty of its cobblestone streets, majestic churches, and emblematic monuments, while capturing the essence of the city and its people.
In addition, you will discover how photography arrived in Ecuador in the 19th century thanks to travelers and adventurers, allowing us today to contemplate the magic of an ancient Quito full of history.
📍 Join this experience and let Quito shine in each of your photos. ✨📷
📌 Tour Information 📌
🗓 Days of operation: Every day! Monday to Sunday.
⏰ Start time:
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10:00 AM
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02:00 PM
⏳ Duration: Approximately 3 hours.
💰 Price: You decide! At the end of the tour, you can reward your guide according to your experience and possibilities.
🗣 Languages available:
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Spanish 🇪🇸
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English 🇬🇧
📍 Meeting point: Basílica del Voto Nacional, Venezuela between Caldas and Carchi (see map). Our guide will be waiting for you, at the entrance of the church in front of the García Moreno Park, with a wine-colored hoodie with the Kunakkuna Experiences logo or a wine-colored umbrella with our name.
Reserve your spot and experience Quito like never before! ✨🚶♂️
Tour itinerary
⛪Starting point: Basilica del Voto Nacional: Our guide will welcome you to the Basilica del Voto Nacional, an icon of Quito. From the outside, we will appreciate its gothic architecture and learn about the history of the famous Church of the End of the World (If you wish to climb the towers for a panoramic view of the city, the entrance fee is not included, and costs approximately $4.00). We will also visit the entrance to the Pantheon of the Presidents of Ecuador.
🎨Camilo Egas Museum: We will enter the world of Ecuadorian modernist art at the Camilo Egas Museum, where we will learn about the works of this famous painter. In addition, this space functions as a cultural center with educational workshops.
🐊 Plaza de la Lagartija: Formerly, this place was the garden of the Augustinians. Here we will discover stories and curiosities of the colonial era.
🏡 Casa 1028 and the legend of Bella Aurora: We will stop at the mysterious Casa 1028, where we will relive the fascinating legend of Bella Aurora, a story full of mystery and Quiteño tradition.
📍 Plaza Chica: a corner full of history: We will make a brief stop in this small but charming square, which hides many stories and curiosities.
🏛️ Plaza Grande and Archbishop's Palace: The heart of the Historic Center awaits us.Here we will talk about the history of Quito while capturing unique images of daily life in the city. We will also visit the Archbishop's Palace, an architectural gem with endless historical tales.
🎭 Metropolitan Cultural Center and La Ronda Street: We will explore the Centro Cultural Metropolitano, a space full of temporary exhibitions and perfect settings for spectacular photographs.Then, we will walk along La Ronda, one of Quito's oldest and most charming streets, full of art and culture.
✨ Grand finale in San Francisco and chocolate tasting: We will close our tour at the majestic San Francisco Church, where we will learn about the history of the Virgin of Quito. As a finishing touch, we will enjoy an exquisite chocolate tasting, the perfect sweet touch to end this incredible experience.
A tour full of history, culture, and unique moments! Ready to explore Quito with us?
Get ready for a unique experience!
How to join the tour?
It's very easy! Just make sure you reserve your spot and on the day of the tour, you will find one of our guides at the meeting point, wearing a wine-colored t-shirt, a wine-colored hoodie, a black cap or a wine-colored umbrella with the Kunakkuna Experiences logo. That's how easy it is to identify him!
What to bring to make the most of your tour?
Here are some tips to make your experience perfect:
- Camera or smartphone to capture the most unforgettable moments.
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to protect you from Quito's radiant sun.
- Bottled water (you can buy it on the way to stay hydrated).
- Comfortable shoes to walk and enjoy without worries.
- Rain jacket or poncho, because Quito's weather is unpredictable and we don't want you to get wet if it rains a little bit!
No group worries!
We do not require a minimum number of people for the tour to take place, so you can rest easy knowing that your reservation is secure.
See you soon for an amazing adventure in Quito!
