Colón Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Monument to the Equator
Browse intriguing museums, learn about the planets and snap a selfie with one foot in either hemisphere in this unique monument, which marks the Earth’s equatorial line.

Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Foch Square
Join Quito’s pulsating nightlife, attend free concerts and shop at an artisanal craft fair at this square in the heart of Quito’s Mariscal district.

La Mariscal Craft Market
From Panama hats and wood carvings to musical instruments and hand-knitted items, this vibrant market offers a wide range of Ecuadorian souvenirs and crafts.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Admire an exciting combination of architectural styles, explore gilded chambers and appreciate stunning paintings in one of the South America’s oldest churches.

Basilica of the National Vow
Visit Quito’s stunning basilica with a magnificent neo-Gothic exterior, vast sanctuary and twin bell towers that can be seen from around the city.
Activities

Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch

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

Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

Quito's Cultural Tour & Indigenous Perspectives of Old Town

Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Our pick of the best Colón Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Quito by IHG
Great location, excellent staff with wonderful clean rooms.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Vieja Cuba Hotel
A fabulous place to stay! Quaint, yet it has everything you need. The breakfast is great! The staff is wonderful! I highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Wyndham Quito Airport

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
good
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

ibis Quito
Excellent location and breakfast...close to Carolina park area
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
The room was clean and the pool was a very nice touch. Note that early check in requests come at a $38 cost
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Colón

La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater are top sights worth seeing.

La Mariscal
La Mariscal is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while in the area.

La Paz
Though La Paz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foch Square and El Jardin Mall.

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.

Guapulo
Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sanctuary of El Guápulo and Statue of Francisco de Orellana.

La Carolina
Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like El Jardin Mall.

