Quito's Historic Center with the Family: A Walking Treasure Hunt private

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ID: GYG1146441-O-1758294
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Country: Ecuador

Duration: 05:00 hours


Description

Embark on a fun treasure hunt through Quito's Historic Center. Solve clues, uncover legends, and learn history in a dynamic way. An educational and exciting adventure!
Discover Quito's Historic Center like never before: through an exciting treasure hunt designed especially for the little ones. Here, history turns into a game, legends come to life, and every street becomes a clue ready to be deciphered. The adventure kicks off in front of the imposing Basilica del Voto Nacional and will take us through some of the most iconic places in the colonial center until we reach the majestic Plaza de San Francisco.

Along the way, you can team up and complete various missions. You'll solve puzzles, look for hidden symbols, complete photo challenges, test your powers of observation, and score points as you move from station to station. Each mission will reveal a fascinating part of ancient Quito: stories of almost forgotten characters, mysterious legends that still whisper between the walls, architectural details that often go unnoticed, and secrets of artisans who have shaped the city's identity for centuries.

And since every adventure deserves a sweet touch, we'll also stop to taste Quito's traditional flavors. We'll try delicious typical sweets made in the style of yesteryear and enjoy a tasting of Ecuadorian chocolate, recognized among the best in the world. Each bite will tell its own story, connecting us with tradition, local cuisine, and the ingredients that have been part of Quito's life for generations.

This experience will awaken the adventurous spirit of the youngest and re-enchant adults with a different, dynamic, and fun way to get to know the Historic Center. Learning by playing is key: teams must cooperate, communicate, make quick decisions, and observe the environment with fresh eyes. All while you discover why this place is a World Heritage Site and how each corner holds a story ready to be told.

Highlights

  • Solve clues and riddles that turn history into an exciting game
  • Check out the most iconic spots in the Historic Center
  • Team up and complete missions while exploring colonial Quito.
  • Discover legends and secrets hidden in the most iconic streets of downtown

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The activity is designed for families or groups with children and young teenagers, but it can be adapted to other groups
Right in front of the ticket office
INCLUDED
  • Bilingual national guide
  • Booklet with a description of the missions to complete
  • Booklet for recording answers and progress
  • Tasting of traditional sweets and chocolate
NOT INCLUDED
  • Tickets to unspecified museums or places
  • Lunch
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
  • Tips (optional)

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.