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Activities in Riobamba

Riobamba Guided Tour

With this guided tour of Riobamba, you'll take a trip back to the 20th century to unravel the historical events that marked a before and after in the capital of the province of Chimborazo.

With this guided tour of Riobamba, you'll take a trip back to the 20th century to unravel the historical events that marked a before and after in the capital of the province of Chimborazo.

Description

We'll meet at Sucre Park at the designated time to kick off an engaging guided walking tour of Riobamba. As we explore, we'll come across notable landmarks and learn intriguing stories about the city's history.

Our first stop will be the León Theater, renowned as one of Ecuador's most exquisite theaters. Inside, we'll have the opportunity to take a tour and appreciate its remarkable architecture.

Next, we'll visit the Ecuadorian Post Office building, an impressive Italian-inspired structure designed by architects Natale and Luca Tormen. Inside, we'll delve into the significance of postal communication in Ecuador from the 1950s to the 1970s.

Before concluding the tour, we'll explore the Casa Museo of Riobamba and take a leisurely stroll to Maldonado Park. Here, we'll delve into the life and discoveries of Pedro Vicente Maldonado Palomino y Flores, a prominent scientist from Riobamba.

And of course, we can't end the tour without visiting one of Riobamba's most beloved traditional ice cream shops. There, we'll treat ourselves to a delicious complimentary ice cream, the perfect ending to our adventure! Finally, the tour will come to a close after 4 hours of exploring.

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Duration

4 hours.

Language The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

English–speaking guide

Ice cream tasting

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

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

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

Payani Tour Operadora Show more

  • Payani Tour Operadora

    Corporate name: Payani-Ecu Tour Operadora Cia Ltda

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

    A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

Sucre Park

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