Ecuador | Road Scholar Trip Extension: Discovering Quito’s Historical and Cultural Legacy - Day Tour

Quito is a beautiful city surrounded by mountains and valleys. It is a city of mixed cultures with a rich artistic legacy. No wonder Quito was named Prime Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Its historical center is a great example of the Baroque style which is a fusion of Spanish, Moorish Flemish and Indigenous Art. Begin your tour at La Basilica church; continue to the Independence Square where important buildings are located such as the Presidential House, the Bishop Palace, and the Cathedral. Visit La Compañía church, a genuine architecture jewel famous by its marvelous gold covered interior. Finally visit San Francisco church and convent; one of the oldest churches in the city and a trade center during pre-Hispanic times. Duration: 4 hours - Operates: Tuesday to Sunday