Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Quito
Visit Centro Histórico
Popular places to visit
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Learn about the local history of Quito when you take a trip to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Independence Square
Learn about the local history of Quito with a stop at Independence Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Francis Catholic Church
After visiting St. Francis Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Quito. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
El Panecillo
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at El Panecillo during your travels in Quito. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Calle La Ronda
Find out about the history of Quito when you take a trip to Calle La Ronda. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Carondelet Palace
Carondelet Palace is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Excellent staff and beautiful place
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Plaza Grande
Fantastic hotel overall. Elegant, clean, but bets of all amazing service. Highly recommend and would return without question.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel Casa Alquimia
The personal amazing! Everything else great too! There is nothing, not to like.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Location was fantastic. Such a cute hotel. Staff were so helpful and kind! Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Mama Cuchara by Art Hotels Ecuador
Staff were amazing, so comfortable and great art
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast was a perfect way to start each day. Plus, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
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 Carondelet Palace or Independence Square while you're exploring.
Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Carondelet Palace and Independence Square 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 National Assembly of Ecuador or House of Ecuadorian Culture 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.
