Quito Historic Center

Quito

A historic courtyard with a central fountain, white domed towers, and arched colonnades.
A historic square with a prominent church tower, stone buildings, and a pedestrian walkway.
An ornate church interior with intricate golden decorations, a central altar, and rows of pews.
A densely packed hillside town with colorful buildings and a prominent red and white structure in the background.
A cityscape with a prominent hill and a church on top.

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A grand entrance with a large archway, steps leading up to it, and statues on either side.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

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Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
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Things to do

Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus

Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus

￥2,353
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84% of travellers recommend
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Quilotoa Lagoon

Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE

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Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Mindo Waterfalls

Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE

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Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE
Otavalo Shopping

Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

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Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

￥12,394
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch
Night Tour in Quito with free time at La Ronda Street

Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town

￥2,353
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
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Where to stay in Quito Historic Center

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A cityscape with a large park in the center, surrounded by buildings and roads.

La Carolina

Consider a visit to Botanical Garden of Quito and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in La Carolina. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station.

A cathedral with Gothic architecture amidst a densely packed urban area.
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Centro Histórico

While you're in Centro Histórico, take in top sights like Calle La Ronda and jump on the metro at San Francisco Station to see more of the city.

An aerial view of a large oval-shaped park with a running track, a red sports field, and a river running through the middle.

Batán Grande

While you're in Batán Grande, take in top sights like Botanical Garden of Quito and jump on the metro at Carolina Station to see more of the city.

A mural on a building with the text 'Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal' and a date 'Desde 1999'.

La Mariscal

La Mariscal is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while you're in town.

La Floresta

La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abya Yala Museum and Trude Sojka Cultural House.

Quito Historic Center

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