Quito Old Town, Free walking tour, Cacao taste included!

Overview

Available languages

English

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Welcome to Quito!

New at the city and want to explore it´s wonders?

Come with us and let´s explore thousands of years of history speaking through it´s streets and remarkable buildings at the old town of Quito!

In this tour we will give you a brief (3 hours tour) introduction to the city

We will talk about history, architecture, customs and more

Quito awaits for us!

Additional Info

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Is not recommended for people who suffer from lung disease

Is not recommended for people who tend to be easily affected by altitude sickness

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Basilica del Voto Nacional

Entrance to the church complex is free Entrance to the main temple is 2 USD charge (not necessary at the tour, in case you want to enter to the main temple you can do it paying the ticket) we will learn about the tallest church at the whole Ecuadorian country learn its history and legend

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Palacio del Antiguo Circulo Militar

we will learn about the history of this palace of the military forces which has a pretty interesting history and also see some luxurious furniture from the 20th century

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Snacks

not necessary for a 3 hour tour

Options

Quito Old Town, Free walking tour, Cacao taste included!

Reviews

5.00

41 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

If you’re going to Quito, you should absolutely book this tour!
carrahh,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexis was truly a great guide! His tour is very well thought out and put together, and he is extremely knowledgeable about every single stop on the tour. He also paces the tour in a way that is suitable for everyone. Overall, it was an amazing experience!
Walking Tour of Old Town Quito
Lauryn S,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We took a 3-hour walking tour of Old Town Quito with AYLLU Tours, and it was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Alexis, was friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about Quito’s history and culture. The tour covered many of the most important monuments and landmarks in the historic center, with great explanations of the architecture, churches, plazas, and history. It was informative without feeling overwhelming and moved at a comfortable pace. One of the highlights was the Ecuadorian chocolate tasting, which was a lovely extra and especially fun for our 3.5 year-old. We also had a fun, unexpected moment when we ran into a well-known “famous” Andean music group who were taking photos, and they kindly let me take a picture with them. This tour is very walkable but worth noting that strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended. The streets are cobblestone, uneven, and the area is quite hilly, which can make pushing a stroller challenging. Overall, this was a great way to explore Old Town Quito and learn about the city from a local perspective. I highly recommend AYLLU Tours if you are visiting Quito.
Great walk and...
Mariana G,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great walk and informative. Showed us the old town of Quito. Alexis did great, well spoken and gave us advice on local places.
Unique and Engaging Tour of Quito! Highly Recommend.
Masa C,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour with Alexis was wonderful! He shared so much of the Ecuadorean and Quiteño cultural heritage- history, religion, and local legends that we found most interesting. The tour was very engaging and the chocolate tasting was awesome; we learned so much while enjoying some lovely flavours. Thank you again Alexis for the wonderful tour including insider tips! We highly recommend this tour of Quito's old town to everyone.
Must do walking tour!
Matthew B,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a fantastic time learning about the historical area of Quito with Alexis. The tour size was quite small which made it feel personal and tailored to our wants. The Cacoa tasting was fantastic too. I cannot recommend this tour enough!
Excellent Walking Tour of Quito
Philip L,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Alex did a wonderful job showing me around his city. Very informative and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
A great experience with Alexis
dhuie,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alexis was a a great guide and fun to hang with. While hearing about all the churches, basilicas, and cathedrals is interesting, I enjoyed more hearing about the history of Quito as well as the culture of the old historic center today.
An Amazing Experience with Alexis Touring Quito
Julia K,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
My husband and I decided last minute to book a Quito walking tour with Alexis. Let me tell you, he exceeded every expectation and then some! He is truly a special person who you will be grateful to call a friend by the end of your tour. The tour itself was chock full of fascinating historical information of Quito. We are leaving our tour feeling satisfied that we learned more than enough. Alexis was accommodating, knowledgeable, friendly, kind, and considerate. 10/10 would recommend. Don't hesitate to book with him!!
Very friendly and interesting,...
Johana S,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very friendly and interesting, highly recommended, it is fun to learn so much and have a great knowledge
An Amazing Experience with Alexis Touring Quito
N1675WOjuliak,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I decided last minute to book a Quito walking tour with Alexis. Let me tell you, he exceeded every expectation and then some! He is truly a special person who you will be grateful to call a friend by the end of your tour. The tour itself was chock full of fascinating historical information of Quito. We are leaving our tour feeling satisfied that we learned more than enough. Alexis was accommodating, knowledgeable, friendly, kind, and considerate. 10/10 would recommend. Don't hesitate to book with him!!