Centro Histórico Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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.

El Panecillo
Use this iconic Quito hill as an ever-present landmark point when navigating the city or climb to its peak to enjoy panoramic views of the Andes alongside the Virgen de Quito statue.

St. Francis Catholic Church
Discover blends of Moorish and Baroque interior design, browse artworks and visit a converted catacomb in this expansive church complex, which was built at the foundation of Quito.

Calle La Ronda
Visit artisan shops, bohemian cafés and centuries-old houses as you wander this quaint cobblestone street on the edge of Quito’s historic center.

Church of the Society of Jesus
Marvel at the heavily gilded interior of this breathtaking Baroque church, which was built using volcanic stones and uses light and reflections to remarkable effect.
Activities

Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch

Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings

Discover Cotopaxi: All Inclusive Hiking Tour

Transport to Middle of the World plaza and Intiñan Museum

Private middle of the world monument tour + Pululahua volcano

Discover Quilotoa and Baños in a Day from Quito
Our pick of the best Centro Histórico Hotel Deals

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hotel Patio Andaluz
Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza Grande
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico

Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.

San Roque
If you're spending some time in San Roque, Plaza de San Francisco and Calle La Ronda are top sights worth seeing.

San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.

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.

Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum.