Carretas Travel Guide
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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.

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.

TelefériQo Base Station
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.

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.

Independence Square
This picturesque square, featuring flowerbeds and fountains, is surrounded by colonial architecture, street vendors and monuments to its long history.
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 Carretas Hotel Deals

Wyndham Quito Airport
Everything!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Excelente hotel. Para repetir. El personal, la ubicación y los detalles
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Hilton Colon Quito
Amazing breakfast, very helpful staff, clean and central location.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Delightful hotel & lovely breakfast. Very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

JW Marriott Quito
Great service Great pool and hottub Great room
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Swissotel Quito
Beautiful, great staff, great location. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carretas

Carcelén
While Carcelén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado and Bicentenario Park.

Kennedy
While you're in Kennedy, take in top sights like Bicentenario Park and jump on the metro at El Labrador Station to see more of the city.

Jipijapa
While you're in Jipijapa, take in top sights like RioCentro Shopping and jump on the metro at Jipijapa Station to see more of the city.

Iñaquito
If you're spending time in Iñaquito, check out sights like Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park or Atahualpa Olympic Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Iñaquito Station or Carolina Station.

Bellavista
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. You might want to make time for a stop at Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park or Atahualpa Olympic Stadium.

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.
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