Plaza Grande
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Tours & day trips
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Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Private & custom tours
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Private Day Tour of Quito and Middle of the World
Food, drink & nightlife
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Jacchigua Show Including Dinner + Transfer
Classes & workshops
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Premium Cooking Class Quito Tour
Wildlife & nature
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Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Birdwatching, Birds & Nature
Popular places to visit

Independence Square
Rows of stately colonial buildings and a 16th-century cathedral surround this historic civic square on the site where Quito’s Old Town made its humble beginnings.

Carondelet Palace
Discover centuries of Ecuadorian presidential history and an interesting art display as you explore the rooms of this 17th-century palace.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.

Church of the Society of Jesus
Bask in the golden glow of this breathtaking Baroque temple with volcanic stone façade and interiors adorned with sumptuous gold leaf.

La Merced Church
Wander through this elegant church to find stunning architecture, fascinating paintings, a library and the city’s holy statue of the Lady of Mercy.

Plaza de San Francisco
This public square in front of San Francisco Church is a great spot to enjoy the history and culture of the Old Town with views of local landmarks.
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Hotel Plaza Grande

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Casa Colonial Quito

Real Audiencia Hotel

Casa Gangotena

Hotel La Basílica Quito

Hotel Patio Andaluz

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