Modern Quito: Murals, Chocolate, and Hidden Corners Few Know

The tour lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes

Available in English and Spanish

Description

Do you want to discover a side of Quito that most travelers don't know?

Beyond the Historic Center, there is a modern, creative, and lively city where urban art, contemporary architecture, and local culture tell a completely different story.

In this tour, we will explore iconic neighborhoods such as La Mariscal, El Ejido, and La Floresta, vibrant spaces where murals transform the streets into open-air galleries and reflect the identity of the current city.

We will also discover how Quito has evolved through its modern architecture and urban life, showcasing a more authentic, youthful, and alternative side of the capital.

To conclude the experience, we will enjoy the best Ecuadorian chocolate, recognized worldwide, in a tasting that connects culture and flavor.

If you are looking for an authentic, different experience off the traditional tourist routes, this tour will show you the modern Quito that few travelers get to know.

Guide: Kunakkuna Experiences

PRO

Guiding since 2019

We are a tour operator offering free walking tours, private tours and VIP tours for national and foreign tourists who want to know more about the wonders hidden in the land of four worlds, Ecuador.

7 stops

2.6 km walking

3 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:El Arco de la CircasianaMeeting point: Spacio Cultural Quito, at the intersection of Luis Felipe Borja and Tarqui streets, in the La Mariscal area. We will meet at the main entrance of Spacio Cultural Quito. How to recognize your guide: Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point before the start of the tour and will be wearing a wine-colored (burgundy) hoodie with the Kunakkuna Experiences logo. Important: Please look for your guide at the main entrance of Spacio Cultural Quito a few minutes before the start of the tour.Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Mercado Artesanal La MariscalLa Mariscal Artisan Market: tradition and modern life We visit the iconic La Mariscal Artisan Market, the main reference point for Ecuadorian crafts in Quito. In this colorful space filled with murals, you will discover traditional handmade products and the fusion between heritage and modern city life.

Outside visit

Los Castillos de La MariscalLa Mariscal “Castles”: architecture and history We walk along Roca Street, where unique buildings resemble something out of a storybook. These structures reflect the elegant residential past of La Mariscal during its golden era.

Outside visit

La antigua Quito moderna6 de Diciembre Avenue & Roca: old modern Quito Here we explore how the area was once filled with villas and estates during the mid-20th century. You will see how Quito transformed into the dynamic modern city it is today.

7 stops

2.6 km walking

3 hours and 30 minutes

Outside visit

2 reviews

Professionalism

5.00

Entertainment

5.00

Communication

5.00

Quality

5.00

Route

5.00

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 20 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 1 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.