Meet your guide In front of Hotel Plaza Grande Quito, Chile OE4-22, Quito 170401, Ecuador. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Private tour of the Catedral Metropolitana de Quito (Metropolitan Cathedral of Quito), a crown jewel of Latin American religious heritage. Nestled in Independence Square, this grand cathedral stands as the spiritual heart of the city. With seamless entry and your knowledgeable Private Guide, bypass the crowds and delve into centuries of ecclesiastical history, art, and devotion. Inside, marvel at the cathedral’s gilded altarpieces, intricate woodwork, and neoclassical columns that reflect a fusion of Spanish and Indigenous craftsmanship. Admire sacred paintings by renowned artists of the Quito School, visit the impressive sacristy, and learn about the political and religious figures laid to rest beneath its hallowed floors. Your guide will share stories that bring the symbolism, legends, and legacy of this holy site to life.

After the cathedral visit, continue on a short guided walk through the surrounding historic district. Admire the ornate façade of the Iglesia La Compañía de Jesús(Church of the Society of Jesus), known as Quito’s “Golden Church.” Pass by the former mint at the Museo de la Moneda (Currency Museum), catch a glimpse of the elegant San Francisco Church, and take in the lively atmosphere of San Francisco Square. End at the peaceful Plaza Santa Clara, where time seems to slow down among quiet cloisters and colonial façades. Along the way, enjoy the vibrant street scenes and Baroque architecture that make this UNESCO-listed area unforgettable.