Enjoy a tour of the highlights of the highest capital city in the world. Surrounded by Andean peaks, Quito is a menagerie of nature and culture. Our Quito City Tour takes you to some of the best examples of both.
![Historic center of Quito with Ruco Pichincha in the background.](https://galapagosalternative.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/quito-historico-ruco-basilica.jpg)
Quito’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the location doesn’t disappoint. From ancient colonial construction to modern skyscrapers and green open space parks, Quito has something for everyone.
![Looking from above Parque Carolina, Cotopaxi volcano looms in the distance.](https://galapagosalternative.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/cotopaxi-carolina2880.jpg)
Explore the historic center and take in the view from el Panecillo, with it’s 360-degree view of the Quito valley.
![The Panecillo stands watch over the historic center of Quito.](https://galapagosalternative.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/quito-panecillo-night.jpg)