Quito
The eating routes through the Andean capital: old-town tastings, market tours with chefs and cooking classes that decode locro and llapingachos. Ecuadorian food is the continent’s quiet achiever; Quito makes the introduction.
Discover Quito's charm on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and Ecuadorian tastings, led by knowledgeable guides.
Most Popular“Easy walking tour with lots of food sampling. Viv provided the perfect amount of information and created an interactive environment for everyone”
Discover Quito’s culinary delights with a 4-hour private cooking class, market tour, and transportation. Learn local recipes with friendly chefs in historic surroundings.
“Our cooking class was everything we had hoped for, and more! Andre took us through the market where we saw the many vendors of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. We sampled some delicious examples of Ecuadorian fruits. Exotic to us ... and delicious. We then…”
Discover Quito’s vibrant street food scene with this guided tour, exploring local markets, historic sights, and authentic bites in 3.5 hours.
“Very good sample of street foods of Ecuador but terribly overpriced. We paid 400 dollars for 3 people and the food cost in total couldn’t have been more than 50 dollars (and likely much less). The guide was fine but the tour was a ripoff.”
Discover Quito’s Old Town through a 4-hour guided walking tour featuring landmarks, markets, local foods, ice cream making, and cultural stories—perfect for first-time visitors seeking authentic experiences.
“Marcelo was excellent: knowledgeable, personable, and great at keeping our group of six (three separate pairs) moving along at a pace that worked for everyone. His English was impeccable and his informative tour through the local market was a side of Quito we would not…”
Discover Quito’s authentic flavors on this 3-hour local food tour. Explore family-run eateries, taste artisanal dishes, and experience the city like a local.
“Outstanding tour—you’ll experience Quito from a locals perspective, with insights into history, culture and food traditions. The tour moves throughout the old town, tasting artisanal products and meeting the makers. Edwin is an exceptional guide who clearly loves what he does. Go hungry and you…”
Discover Quito’s vibrant street food, street art, and local culture on this 2.5-hour after-dark tour with expert guides, authentic bites, and scenic views.
“This food, art and drinks tour was our first tour on our Quito vacation and what a way to start our time there. Our guide Santi was an awesome person to have show us around the la forestal neighborhood. We visited small restaurants, street food…”
Discover authentic Ecuadorian cuisine with a private cooking class and city tour in Quito, blending local flavors, culture, and stunning home dining experiences.
“We spent an enjoyable afternoon with Maria. Upon arrival we toured her diverse garden to see some of the ingredients that would be part of our lunch – tree tomatoes, lemon verbena, etc. Her home, in a gated community, is comfortable and authentically decorated. Maria…”
Discover Quito’s culinary gems on this private 4.5-hour food tour exploring markets, historic plazas, local eateries, and traditional Ecuadorian flavors.
“We did this tour on our first day and it was a great way to get introduced to Quito and some of the typical foods of Ecuador. Andres was wonderful, giving us lots of information. We highly recommend this tour.”
Discover Quito’s authentic flavors and vibrant street art on a 3-hour guided tour, exploring local eateries, murals, and historic sites with a passionate chef.
“I really enjoyed this tour. Ernesto, our tour guide, was personable, knowledgeable, and spoke English well. The food was delicious and was representative of the foods of Ecuador. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Discover Quito’s charm with a private city tour blending history, vibrant markets, stunning viewpoints, and authentic local foods—perfect for first-time visitors.
“Seeing the city and sampling food with Jimena was a great experience. Fun to mix history, culture and food together while exploring a new city. Jimena is very knowledgeable and also open to our request to visit a supermarket.”
Discover authentic Ecuadorian flavors with a private, all-inclusive cooking class in Quito. Visit markets, learn traditional dishes, and enjoy a homemade meal.
“Great experience. Vanessa and Rose did a great job! Food was delicious and can’t wait to make for the rest of our family!”
Discover Ecuadorian cuisine with this Quito cooking class, including market tour, hotel pickup, and a delicious 3-course meal — a hands-on foodie experience.
Explore Quito's colonial charm, vibrant markets, and street food on a small-group tour that offers authentic insights and tasty local bites for $105.
Discover Quito’s culinary soul with a private afternoon tour featuring local coffee, chocolate tastings, and a hands-on empanada cooking class for an authentic experience.
“We arranged to be picked up at our hotel. The stop for coffee and a sweet was great. There was a lot of traffic to get to the city so we were in the car for quite awhile. Nothing you can do about that! We…”
Join this premium Quito cooking class to learn Ecuadorian dishes, enjoy personalized instruction, and taste authentic flavors in a four-hour experience.
“I enjoyed cooking with Carlos and learning about Ecuadorian Cuisine. He had done most of the prep in advance so there was a bit less actual cooking than I would have preferred. I ended up being the only one who signed up so I have…”
Gilded churches at altitude, with volcanoes on the day-trip list.