Quito: Panama Hat Paint & Sip with exclusive Basilica views
Pichincha, Ecuador
Enjoy a Paint & Sip experience at Palacio Landázuri in Quito. Paint your own traditional Ecuadorian toquilla straw hat while sipping wine and enjoying views of the Basilica del Voto Nacional.
Highlights
- Enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie as you paint in a historic palace
- Take in views of the Basilica del Voto Nacional from Palacio Landázuri
- Learn about the history and legends of the palace from a local designer
- Personalize your own traditional Panama hat
- Explore your artistic side and create a unique piece to take home
Description
Immerse yourself in an exclusive **Paint & Sip experience** combining art, fashion, and Ecuadorian culture at Palacio Landázuri, a historic colonial palace offering a spectacular nighttime view of Quito’s iconic Basilica del Voto Nacional.
During this two-hour experience, discover the fascinating history and legends of the palace while enjoying an evening of creativity, romance, and Ecuadorian heritage. Guided by local fashion designer Lissette Serrano, you will personalize your own traditional Ecuadorian toquilla straw hat, exploring your artistic side while learning about the cultural significance of this ancestral craft, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious charcuterie selection as you paint, relax, and admire the enchanting nighttime views of the Basilica. This unique Paint & Sip experience invites you to connect with Ecuadorian traditions, express your creativity, and create a personalized hat to take home as a memorable souvenir of your time in Quito.
No previous painting experience is needed, just bring your creativity and get ready for an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and wine in one of Quito’s charming historic palaces.
Includes
- Guided tour of the historic Palacio Landázuri, including its fascinating history and legends
- Personalized fashion design guidance from Lissette Serrano, a local fashion designer
- Personalized art guidance throughout the Paint & Sip experience
- Traditional Ecuadorian toquilla straw hat to paint and customize
- Acrylic paints and painting materials
- A special talk about the designer’s creative process and how she develops her toquilla straw hat collections in collaboration with Ecuadorian women artisans
- Insights into ancestral craftsmanship, the cultural heritage of toquilla straw, and the stories of the women artisans behind these creations
- One glass of wine
- A delicious charcuterie selection
- Spectacular nighttime views of Quito’s iconic Basilica del Voto Nacional
Excludes
Transportation to and from the venue
Important Information
- No previous painting experience is required. Beginners are welcome! This two-hour Paint & Sip experience takes place at Palacio Landázuri in Quito’s Historic Center Please arrive 10–15 minutes before the scheduled start time All painting materials and a traditional Ecuadorian toquilla straw hat are provided Wine and charcuterie are included Enjoy step-by-step painting guidance and create your own hand-painted hat to take home The venue includes stairs and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility Comfortable clothing is recommended
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
