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.
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.
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.
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.
TelefériQo
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.
Activities
Quito City Tour: Old Town & Middle of the World
From Quito: Waterfalls of Baños de Agua Santa Guided Tour
From Quito: Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip
5 Days Embark on an Epic Amazonian Adventure from Quito, Ecuador
2 day 1 night tour to Cotopaxi Volcano and Quilotoa Lagoon all included
Our pick of the best Financial District Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024
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Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2024
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Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024
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Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Financial District
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Bellavista
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.
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La Carolina
Visitors often come to La Carolina for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parque La Carolina and El Jardin Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum are top sights worth seeing.