Quito, Ecuador

Ecuador’s mountain capital preserves a UNESCO-listed colonial center beneath Pichincha volcano.

ecuador and quito in Quito, Ecuador

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Quito

  • Plaza de la Independencia — The central square of Quito's UNESCO-listed old town, surrounded by the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, and the Archbishop's Palace.
  • Church of La Compañía — The Church and Convent of San Ignacio de Loyola de la Compañía de Jesús de Quito, also known in the Ecuadorian people simply as La Compañía, is a Catholic clerical complex located on the corner formed by calles García Moreno and Sucre, in the Historic Center of the city of Quito,
  • TelefériQo — The TelefériQo, or TelefériQo Cruz Loma, is a gondola lift in Quito, Ecuador, running from the edge of the city centre up the east side of Pichincha Volcano to the lookout at Cruz Loma. It is one of the highest aerial lifts in the world, rising from 3,117 m (10,226 ft) to 3,945 m
  • Basilica del Voto Nacional — The Basilica of the National Vow is a Roman Catholic church located in the historic center of Quito, Ecuador. It reaches up to 83m in height.
  • Plaza Grande Quito — A central square in Quito, surrounded by historic buildings, cafes, and street life, serving as a gathering point for locals and visitors.
  • San Francisco Church Quito — The Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, commonly known as el San Francisco, is a Catholic basilica that stands in the middle of the historic center of Quito, in front of the square of the same name. It is the oldest and most significant religious site in Ecuador. The structure
  • Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana — is a cultural organization founded by Benjamín Carrión on August 9, 1944, during the presidency of Dr Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra. It was created to stimulate, to direct and to coordinate the development of an authentic national culture. Headquartered
  • Mitad del Mundo — The Ciudad Mitad del Mundo is a tract of land owned by the prefecture of the province of Pichincha, Ecuador. It is located at San Antonio parish of the canton of Quito, 26 kilometers (16 mi) north of the center of Quito. The grounds contain the Monument to the Equator, which high
  • Guápulo Church — The Church of Guápulo (Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guápulo) in Quito is a 16th-century church in the Guápulo neighborhood, a pilgrimage site with a Baroque interior, a painting of the Virgin of Guadalupe, and views over the valley.

🥾 Trails & Hikes in Quito

  • La Ronda walk — A walking route through La Ronda, quito, taking in local sights, architecture, and street life along the way.
  • Pichincha trail — A hiking trail through Pichincha, offering natural scenery, fresh air, and views of the surrounding landscape.

🍽️ Restaurants in Quito

  • Zazu — A fine-dining restaurant in La Mariscal serving modern Ecuadorian cuisine with international techniques.
  • Nuema — A Michelin-recognized restaurant in La Floresta, serving creative tasting menus with Ecuadorian ingredients.
  • La Boca del Lobo — A trendy restaurant and bar in La Mariscal serving creative fusion cuisine and craft cocktails.
  • Cafe Mosaico — A restaurant on Panecillo Hill with panoramic views of Quito, serving Ecuadorian and international cuisine.
  • Mi Viejita — A traditional restaurant in Old Town serving classic Ecuadorian dishes like hornado and fanesca.

🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Quito

  • Finn McCool's — A popular Irish pub in La Mariscal with craft beers, live music, and a lively expat scene.
  • Bungalow 6 — A trendy bar and club in La Mariscal with cocktails, DJs, and a rooftop terrace.
  • El Boliche — A historic bar in La Mariscal with a bohemian atmosphere and live music.

🎯 Activities & Tours in Quito

  • Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour from Quito with Entrance Fees daily — At three hours from Quito we find the Ecological Reserve Los Ilinizas where one of its main attractions is the turquoise lagoon that is located in the crater of Quilotoa, the wonderful landscapes make this tourist attraction an experience that you can not miss if you are in Ecuad
  • Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings — Are you looking for a tour that mixes history, culture and gastronomy? This tour is the perfect opportunity to get to know the city of Quito and its hidden wonders, along with its landscapes you will have beautiful photographs to remember all your life.
  • Discover Quito; Old town, Middle of the world + Cable car PRIVATE — Join us to discover the best of Quito city, the capital city of Ecuador. You'll start walking in the historical center, this is the first Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, and the largest old-town in Latin America. The mandatory visits are Basilica de Voto Nacional churc
  • Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour — Mindo one of the most beautiful places close to Quito awaits for you!! Enjoy a very charming and unknown subtropical rainforest from the comfort of a customizable and flexible private day tour. Photograph hundreds of hummingbirds just landing on your hands, toucans and many other
  • 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito — Food is always the best way to discover one culture, so we are going to talk about the food, traditions and history. Quito is much more than a colonial city, so join me to reach the roots of our Quito´s ancestors in this tour.
  • Full Day City tour of Quito -All main attractions WITH ADMISSIONS — Experience the most complete Quito City Tour and discover Ecuador's capital in just one unforgettable day. This full-day adventure combines breathtaking mountain views, rich history, colonial architecture, local culture, and delicious Ecuadorian chocolate—all at a relaxed pace wi
  • Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities — In just one day you will visit the main attractions of Baños, you will be able to see the Devil´s Cuadrol waterfall, the swing at the end of the world and you will pass on a cable car over Pastaza river. You will travel safely with expert guides who will let you know all the att
  • Private Day Tour of Quito and Middle of the World — Visit the first Unesco site in the World, with spring like weather is home of the largest, best preserved Colonial Architecture in the Americas, where people will welcome you with an smile. We will explore the Historic Center and its Amazing Churches such as San Francisco, La Co
  • Experiential Walking tour in Quito's Old Town — In the city of Quito you will find a lot of walking tours, but the difference in my tour is that You will have the chance to eat an taste typical food of the city and of course you will also learn the most important tour information of the country in case You want to visit other
  • Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances — Within the Cotopaxi National Park is the active Cotopaxi volcano, an elevation of 5,897 meters above sea level located in the Andes Mountains and an exceptional variety of flora and fauna species.
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Quito

  • Casa Gangotena — Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel overlooking Plaza San Francisco with 31 rooms, spa, rooftop terrace, and Michelin Key in Quito’s Old Town.
  • Swissotel Quito — Five-star hotel in the Floresta district with 232 rooms, Amrita Spa, 5 restaurants, heated pool, and 43 executive apartments.
  • JW Marriott Quito — Luxury hotel near Foch Square with 259 rooms, 4 restaurants, spa, outdoor pool, and gardens near Quicentro Shopping.
  • Hilton Colon Quito — Upscale hotel on Avenida Amazonas with 255 rooms, spa, outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and business center near Mariscal district.
  • Sheraton Quito Hotel — Sheraton hotel in the financial district with 258 rooms, restaurant, bar, fitness center, and easy access to Mariscal Sucre Airport.
  • Mercure Alameda Quito — Accor hotel in central Quito with restaurant, bar, fitness center, garden, and comfortable rooms near La Mariscal craft market.
  • ibis Quito — Budget Accor hotel in the Mariscal district with 144 rooms, restaurant, bar, and modern amenities near the financial center.
  • Hacienda Rumiloma — Boutique hacienda on Quito’s outskirts with wood-burning fireplaces, Pub Fockers restaurant, and panoramic Andes views near TelefériQo.
  • Wyndham Quito Airport — Accommodation in Quito from $117/night Rated 8.8/10 by guests. Book on Agoda for the best available rates and confirmed availability.
  • Hostal Mariscal Sucre — Accommodation in Quito from $29/night Rated 8.7/10 by guests. Book on Agoda for the best available rates and confirmed availability.
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