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City Kickstart Tour: Quito

  • 2 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Quito
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Choose one of 3 locals available

Experience hosted by Cristian, Josue & one other local

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Welcome to Quito! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Quito to start your city trip on the right foot.

Destination
Quito, Ecuador
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
2 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Español
Included
  • Private Guide
  • Local Tips & Tricks
  • City Orientation
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Discover the real Quito in a nutshell
  • Learn how to navigate the city
  • Get the latest tips & tricks from a local
  • Ask anything during this private tour
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • The best way to kickstart your stay

What you can expect

City Kickstart Tour: Quito in Quito - AdobeStock_200983791

First time in Quito? Wondering where to go and what to see in this fascinating city? We got you! Kickstart your time in Quito with a 2-hour introduction to the city with the help of your favorite local. This tour is the city overview you were looking for that brings together sights of main highlights and attractions, plus must-have tips and tricks that will help you get acquainted with the city, its people, and culture.

So, ready to start your time in Quito in the best way possible? On this private tour, you’ll meet up with the local host of your choice. Each of the hosts on this tour will show you their Quito in their way and based on their passions and expertise. The hosts know their city like the back of their hand and can’t wait to get you acquainted with Quito!

And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? Get personal recommendations from your local host and where to find the current hot spots in the city. Get insights on the local lifestyle and find out true stories about the city’s past as you take in vibrant, full-of-life present Quito. Historical facts, local stories, and great tips & tricks. What can be more awesome than that?

Any questions? Go ahead and ask your host about anything that pops into your mind and get all the answers you need for the perfect Quito trip. Locals always know best. And don’t forget, this private tour can be personalized 100% according to your wishes!

Choose your local

Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

  • Cristian - City specialist

    Cristian

    City specialist

    4.822 reviews
    English・Español
  • Josue - Josué Tour Guide

    Josue

    Josué Tour Guide

    5.02 reviews
    English・Español
  • Rodrigo - Historian, beer and fun

    Rodrigo

    Historian, beer and fun

    5.0
    English・Español

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at By the Monumento Mariscal Sucre located on Plaza de Santo Domingo - Quito to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See Plaza Santo Domingo, Old Town, and more landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect introduction to what makes Quito so special

  4. Local Hot Spots

    Along the way, your host will point out hangout spots and hidden gems that only the locals know about and will help you get acquainted with the city in the most local way possible

  5. Food Recommendations

    Receive tailored recommendations according to your taste and where to go and what to eat while visiting Quito. Avoid tourist traps thanks to your local host!

  6. City Orientation

    Learn how to navigate the city, and get the answers to your Quito questions that will help you in the following days making your time in the city much easier

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Maria🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
4 January 2025
Our time with Josue was amazing! His professionalism, friendliness, and deep knowledge made the journey unforgettable. He went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and engaged, sharing fascinating insights throughout. Josue’s passion and attention to detail made everything run smoothly. Highly recommend him for a truly memorable experience!Incredible experience
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Janel🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 November 2024
Cristian listens. I like that. He tailored the tour just right to fit my needs. Good grasp of local going on’s and a deep understanding of the history. Friendly, very stylish, I was honored to have been so smart to have found him. Very impressed. 🙏🥰Super -on point
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Brent🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
17 May 2024
Cristian is knowledgeable and engaging and gave us very helpful and interesting insights into Quito He also knows all the best food spots from local snacks to restaurants Insightful introduction to Quito
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Christine🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
16 January 2025
We loved our walking tour with Cristian. A perfect balance between information about beautiful Quito and eating…and what a lot of eating there was!! There was so much food!! All delicious! Thoroughly recommended. Bring your appetite!
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Denice
(About local )
13 January 2025
Cristian took the four of us on a nice walking tour of the old town. We sampled many different foods and drinks too. Definitely skip breakfast before doing this tour -- you will be full. Cristian also shared some history and other useful information during the tour. He is knowledgeable and professional. A tasty introduction to Quito
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Catherine
(About local )
13 January 2025
We had a wonderful time with Cristian! Loved all of the samples we got to try and the history surrounding culture, foods, traditions. He was very informative and just a genuinely kind person.Cristian is very kind and knowledgeable
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gideon🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 January 2025
Cristian was a thoughtful host and guided us around so much food - offering glimpses into some of the traditional diet of Ecuadorans! So full by the end!Tasty time in Quito
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Steve
(About local )
31 October 2024
Our flight was delayed and we were unable to make the tour. 😞 Cristian was ready and waiting for us but to no avail. Disappointed we didn’t make the food tour
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Gwendolyn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 October 2024
We had a very nice tour with Christian. It was just the right balance of seeing historical sites and trying local foods. Nice tour with Christian.
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Christine🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
21 October 2024
We had an awesome day with Cristian. He introduced us to a variety of fruits and local fare and some very traditional items. It was a delight to spend an afternoon with him. Bring your appetite!An amazing day with Cristian
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mxqw89f6bg
(About local )
17 October 2024
Our group hired Cristian for two tours in Quito on consecutive days. He was timely, knowledgeable and was able to cater to our groups (reasonable) requests. For example: one of our group members was interested in purchasing a hat. Cristian knew of a quality, indigenous hat maker whom he could contact and arrange a visit. Great job Cristian!!!!A knowledgeable and very pleasant guide
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Christine🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
15 October 2024
We had a lovely day with Cristian. He is pleasant, has a good command of the English language and is a wealth of information. He would gives us an overview and then he left it up to us ask specific questions, which we really enjoyed.Quito with Cristain
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Daniela 🇮🇱 Israel
(About local )
11 October 2024
Cristian was excellent, speaks perfect English and is very knowledgeable about the city and its culture and tastes. The tour was very interesting and the food very nice. Don’t miss the final stop at the chocolate shop. We were a family of eight and had a great time. Greatly recommended. Great food tour
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Madar🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 September 2024
We had an amazing time with Cristian eating our way across Quito. We would never have experienced the wide variety of excellent local dishes on our own. Cristian was knowledgeable about the history of the ingredients, cooking techniques, and general history of Quito. We were very pleased we booked this tour!Excellent Food Tour
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Maria🇬🇷 Greece
(About local )
19 August 2024
Cristian was very friendly and had carefully selected some very representative local tastes and places with super nice locals to experience them. What would take the experience even to a higher level is sharing more interesting facts about the city and the food as we walked through, give tips on what additional local delicacies to taste after the tour (where to go / what to eat) and also finding an alternative for the last food we were supposed to taste where the store was closed. Beautiful local tastes in Quito
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Karen🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 August 2024
Cristian gave us so much more than just a food tour. He pointed out several landmarks, cultural points, and explained many interesting things about the area. We sampled lots of Ecuadorian foods and had many different stops. Cristian was a great guide! We highly recommend him! Great Experience
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Rebecca 🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
30 July 2024
We only had a day in Quito and so we booked a foodie walking tour with Cristian. It was a fabulous 3 hours of trying all the local food and drinks whilst learning about the history of Quito and walking around the beautiful historical area. Cristian is extremely personable, spoke great English and made the experience special by explaining in detail the history of the city as well as the food and drinks. He supports the locals so we got to eat at some quaint and pretty places. You definitely won't go home hungry, so prepare your stomach! Thanks Cristian for a wonderful experience. Highly recommend. Food and Culture in Quito!
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Sofía🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
9 June 2024
Cristian was super knowledgeable not only about food, but also about the historial aspect of Quito. The food tour was amazing, everything was delicious and Cristian really made us feel looked after with our dietary restrictions. If you’re thinking of going to Quito definitely book this tour with Cristian, you won’t regret it. Best food tour ever
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ANN🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 May 2024
We had a fantastic food tour with Cristian. He is incredibly knowledgeable and will give you opportunities to taste some of the best local foods you may not find on your own as a tourist. As a cook himself, he is very particular and has put together a great tour of wonderful tastings. Hint: come hungry! You may want to have a very small breakfast before joining him for 3 hours of tasty delights. Don’t miss this opportunity when in Quito!
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Martin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
7 May 2024
Christian was very accommodating despite us being late to the party. He clearly loves his city and knows about all the right places to explore and makes it a point to explore the various locations. For me the highlight was a visit to a local place with many city-ethnic stands. I loved the smoked tripe and fritada. And we went to lunch the next day to sample again the best locra I had in Ecuador. Awesome food!
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Siva🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
24 April 2024
Cristian was very accommodating and met us on time at an easy landmark. His local knowledge of Quito and Equadorian culture was good and we were soooo stuffed with food at the end of the tour! (come very very hungry) The food tour also included city landmark information so you are getting a bit of both. Would recommend Christian if this is your first time visiting Quito/Ecuador Friendly local guide born in Quito
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David
(About local )
6 April 2024
My daughter and I only had a few days in Quito but Josue got us off to a great start with our food tour. He blended lots of insight into the culture and history of Quito with an amazing array of small bites, full plates and super interesting drink choices. Amazing final stop with chocolates too! Thanks, Josue! Highly recommend. Fantastic Food Tour in Quito
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M🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
6 April 2024
Cristian is very accomodating, friendly and helpful host, who reacts flexibly to his guests' preferences. His food tour is well thought out and went absolutely smoothly - except for the beginning, when my wife and I lost each other before meeting him. In the end, the tour started about an hour late, but he did not cut it short anyway. On foot and by taxi we visited several place that all were interesting for both the food and the ambiance - some touristy, some seemingly visit only by locals. Cristian has worked as a chef, so he clearly knows what he is talking about. Food and drinks ranged from absolutely delicious to somewhat challenging, all dishes were not like anything we would be able to find at home - exactly what we hope for in a food tour! As this is a totally private tour, the price is a bit higher than some other tours but in our view completely worth it.Great private tour with Cristian
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Elsa🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 February 2024
Cristian was an amazing tour guide. His English is perfect, well educated and has a great demeanor. His knowledge about the history and culture made our experience better than just a food tour. He was flexible with what we wanted to see and eat. He went far and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. Thank you so much Cristian!!!Great Tasting Tour

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