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.
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.
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.
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.
Plaza de San Francisco
You can learn about the history of Quito with a stop at Plaza de San Francisco. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
A beautiful and quaint hotel in the historic district. A nice inner yard with plenty of greenery an flowers. Unfortunately there is no bar or dinner restaurant in the hotel, only a breakfast area. Breakfast is also a bit sparse, but will still recommend a stay. Plenty of bars and restaurants close ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Plaza Grande
Hotel location directly on the central plaza is amazing. All Old Town Quito attractions are within easy walking distance. The hotel itself is stunning, beautiful historic decor. Room was beautiful. The best part of our stay however was the staff, so warm and welcoming. They paid attention to every ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Casa Gangotena
Expensive for old hotel
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Fresh breakfast, excellent service
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
We chose to stay here on both ends of our Galapagos trip. With no preconceived ideas of Quito, we weren’t sure what to expect, from the city or the hotel itself. We were more than pleasantly surprised by both. The hotel was perfectly located within the Centro Historico, and provided easy access to ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Casa Alquimia
Right in the heart of town
Reviewed on 25 Apr 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.
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.
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.
