Between Murals & Flavors: Modern Quito Walking Tour
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
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.
An open-air space where you’ll discover the lives and legacy of key historical figures such as García Moreno, Eloy Alfaro, Velasco Ibarra, and Vicente Rocafuerte. Their leadership and decisions played a fundamental role in shaping Ecuador’s history and identity.
Options
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
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 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).
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Off the beaten track in Quito
Scott M,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this tour. It was a cool little experience that felt genuinely off the beaten track, with lots of interesting murals and local history that I probably wouldn’t have discovered otherwise. Grace was fantastic - very knowledgeable, passionate about Quito, and clearly proud of the city. You could also tell this was a newer tour because a lot of thought and effort had gone into the route and the storytelling, which made it feel personal rather than overly polished or commercial. Highly recommended if you want to see a different side of Quito and explore beyond the usual tourist spots.
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