Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
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 Centro Histórico Hotel Deals

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
First of all, the hotel building itself is a piece of history almost 500 years. Second, unbeatable location, able to walk to all major historical landmarks easily. It is a very safe hood. There are plenty of restaurants around, next door to a grocery store. Hotel staff are very friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Very nice inn like hotel. Room was spacious and clean. They sent staff to meet our taxi and walk us to the hotel. Nice dinner and breakfast. The room are filled with tapestries and darker wood and colours so thats a different vibe than a modern hotel. Front desk staff very pleasant.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Hotel Plaza Grande
I had an amazing stay at Hotel Plaza Grande. The location is excellent and lots of shopping nearby. Easy access to historical sites. The staff is very attentive and go out of the way to make your stay extra comfortable. The room is very spacious and free wine and chocolates were appreciated! Highly ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
Corner room was much nicer with 3 big windows facing the church square. Hot water worked fine this time. Ask for room #4, avoid #5 as hot water wasn't working and it is pretty dark.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Staff was awesome!!!! Best Boutique Hotel I stayed in a long time, quaint and efficient. Highly recommend! The breakfast was excellent and service was personalized. Reception staff helped gladly with toyr recommenadions and irganization. For me this place was maybe not a luxurious 5 star, but it ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Old Town Quito Suites, Apartments & Boutique hotel
Staff was amazing. And very nice aparthotel
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico

The Street of the Seven Crosses
Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring.

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.

La Tola
While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and Quijos River.

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.

Miraflores
If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo Base Station and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium 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.


