Solanda Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Private Tour Mitad del Mundo & Pululahua's Crater Hike
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Our pick of the best Solanda Hotel Deals
Wyndham Quito Airport
All of the above.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Amazing staff. Clean room! Very close to the airport with 24/7 shuttle.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
ibis Quito
We had a wonderful stay at Ibis hotel! The room was clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious, even the coffee machine made excellent cappuccinos. When the weather turned cold in the evenings, we asked the reception to unlock the thermostat so we could turn off the heating. ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
JW Marriott Quito
I stayed for a few days on business and this was a grand stay. If you’re looking for a place that has a cast amount of dinner option and where you can get your shopping done. This is it. It is classy and staff is ready to jump in and help you. It’s the perfect place for high end business travelers. ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
The stuff was amazing. They surprised my daughter with a birthday cake, just because I mentioned we were celebrating it
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
NH Collection Quito Royal
Cleaning of room.good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Solanda
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.
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 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.
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.
