Quito Historic Center 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.

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.

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

City Tour PRIVATE Quito, Centre H, Cable Car, Half the World

Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch

Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings

Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

Discover Cotopaxi: All Inclusive Hiking Tour
Our pick of the best Quito Historic Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Patio Andaluz
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center

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.

Centro Histórico
While you're in Centro Histórico, take in top sights like Calle La Ronda and jump on the metro at San Francisco Station to see more of the city.

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.

El Belén
If you're spending time in El Belén, check out sights like House of Ecuadorian Culture or National Assembly of Ecuador and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.

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.