Quito Market & Guayasamín House & Museum Tour
Quito Market & Guayasamín House & Museum Tour
At the agreed time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in the centre of Quito and set off to one of the city's traditional markets.
As you enter, you'll see a colourful flower stall where you'll find the "best roses in the world". Do you know why? The temperatures and the hours of sunshine mean that this type of flower variety lasts in perfect condition for up to 20 days after being picked. We'll also find juicy fruits such as papayas, custard apples, limes and passion fruit - you won't be able to resist trying some of them!
We'll also pass by the typical food area and the area of 'limpias' to observe this traditional practice, which consists of spiritual healings carried out with plants collected along the banks of the rivers. But that's not all! We'll go to the area of the fine aroma cocoa to learn all about how it's produced and its benefits.
On leaving, we'll travel to the bohemian neighbourhood of Guápulo to see the Pichincha volcano and the Pasochoa from its viewpoint. We'll then visit the Guayasamín House Museum to learn about the work of this Ecuadorian artist. His work contains themes of poverty, the Mexican Revolution, the crisis and the Spanish Civil War.
Finally, after having enjoyed four hours of experience, we'll take you back to your hotel.
Pickup
This tour includes hotel pickup from your hotel in Quito's hotel zone. If your hotel is outside this area, you must make your own way to the Hilton Colon Hotel.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer by minibus
English–speaking guide
Not included
Entrance to the Guayasamín House Museum: US$ 12
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Overland Adventure
Corporate name: OVERLAND ADVENTURE OVERLANDECUADOR S.A.S
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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