Specialty Shops in Quito

THE 10 BEST Quito Gift & Specialty Shops

Gift & Specialty Shops in Quito

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  • Ramie A
    1 contribution
    Great experience. Everything is handmade in Ecuador and the staff was very welcoming and ready to answer any questions.
    Written January 10, 2023
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  • Sandy Q
    Malibu, CA309 contributions
    What an amazing chocolate tasting experience! Ivan was fantastic and it was like a legit wine tasting experience but with chocolate instead of a variety of reds ;) I ended up buying a lot of amazing chocolate and coffee. Highly recommended, and ask for Ivan!
    Written March 18, 2023
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  • I13JAmarym
    Palm Desert, CA2,078 contributions
    Olga Fisch Folklore is an absolutely beautiful store that is set back a bit from the street and looks out onto a landscaped garden. The garden is well cared for and is tranquil. My partner birded in the garden while I shopped. The store itself is bright and airy with lots of square footage to explore.
    Prices are set and they are very reasonable. The quality is excellent. Everything in the store is made in Ecuador.
    Ecuador is colorful in every direction. This store is filled with color, also-handbags, scarves, capes, jewelry. I spent over an hour in there and looked at everything and bought a ton!
    Written November 27, 2022
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  • Matvl
    4,348 contributions
    We had a walk around the market which was small but full of the usual tourist stuff. Prices were pretty reasonable and there is a lot of variety, though most of it seems to be stuff you’ll see at most tourist places.
    Written August 17, 2022
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  • Sebastián
    1 contribution
    Today I found this really nice English Bookshop and as an Ecuadorian guy this place is a gold mine because I found a lot books in English to help me with my studies the owner I can't remember his name but is an English man but he helped me so much in choosing the right books for me anyway I mention this place because it was a good place to find good and cheap books in English.
    Written February 1, 2022
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  • RichfromDC
    Washington DC, DC105 contributions
    High quality crafts including clothing, baskets, carvings, wall hangings, etc. This is a definite step up from the touristy artisan market nearby, but the prices for some items were less than what I saw elsewhere in my travels. The own is helpful and knowledgeable.
    Written October 1, 2022
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  • Gabriela G
    1 contribution
    A fabulously curated selection of goods and art from all regions of Ecuador in a cozy showroom experience. Make sure to visit this one-stop shop for the most unique souvenirs and soulful objects crafted by Ecuadorian artisans and entrepreneurs.
    Written December 14, 2022
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  • Victor T
    Quito, Ecuador36 contributions
    I have brought 3 hats from Ezzio for the past 4 years! The quality and styles have changed from awesome to best ! There are many styles you can choose from ! I wear every single day my paja toquilla hat !
    Buy one and you will go back for more after a while !
    Written December 7, 2016
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  • liliana p
    Fort Collins, CO253 contributions
    You couldn't ask fora more typical and right to the point place to identify with this society.
    Excellent collection of foods, variety is incredible. Locals are very helpful and kind
    Written December 12, 2018
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  • Pathfinder766600
    4 contributions
    The perfect place to shop Ecuadorian crafts and eat delicious food in the middle of the world... 100% recommended..!!
    Written April 13, 2018
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  • lkpm3
    Albany, NY120 contributions
    This place is a bit hard to find. In swissotel. But is a FIND if you want handcrafted jewelry that reflects the country. Not cheap but worth it. I could have bought much than I did. They use gems and materials and themes of Ecuador. Necklaces in the$100+ range. Earrings $35+
    Silver and gold.
    Store hours might be a bit hazy. Went once and they looked like they were about to close yet it was way before posted time. Other great shops in same mini mall. A tagua jewelry shop which was not open when I was there and a couple of better quality souvenir shops
    Written February 26, 2022
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  • Leann M
    1 contribution
    We stopped in the shop to look for a hat for my dad. The family run business was quick to offer assistance and find different hats in their shop to fit the look he wanted. They showed us how they make the hats in their shop. The woman who helped us is a 4th generation hat maker. The hat is exactly what he wanted and the customer service was great. I highly recommend this shop.
    Written November 24, 2022
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  • Robert S
    Denver, CO21 contributions
    This place is the real deal and one of the few places outside of Manta that you can buy a real handmade Montecristi hat. The prices reflect the authenticity.
    Written May 3, 2022
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  • Simon V
    1 contribution
    Went there with family, they have a wide variety of hand crafted objects that make perfect gifts. The staff is caring and the shop itself is wonderfully decorated. I recommend!
    Written November 16, 2018
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  • Ryan C
    Richmond, VA36 contributions
    This bookstore in Quito is a must-see. I believe the area is called New Town, I walked there from Old Town one day and found several books. The owner was helpul and super nice. Tons of books to browse!
    Written May 31, 2017
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