La Paz 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.
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve, a lovely green space in Quito. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
Activities
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch
Our pick of the best La Paz Hotel Deals
Zen Hotel Quito
Very good value- we felt safe and we had an incredible view of mountains but it was looking over a busy street- the breakfast had fresh fruit and good eggs and rice. Nice to have a gym and a pool table.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Wyndham Quito Airport
Room was clean, staff very helpful Great beeakfast Convenient location. Had a fabulous massage - probably the best ever!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
From the beginning, the rooms were amazing. The front entrance was spotless. The breakfast was awesome. The location can’t be any better.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
The breakfasts were very tasty. The rooms were clean, and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Quito
Beautiful hotel and location!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
I liked the Ecuadorian food.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Paz
Gonzalez Suarez
While Gonzalez Suarez isn't home to many top sights, El Jardin Mall and Foch Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater.
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 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.
Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
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 Botanical Garden of Quito.
