Centro Histórico Travel Guide
Quito
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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.
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.
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.
Church of the Society of Jesus
You can learn about the history of Quito with a visit to Church of the Society of Jesus. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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 Casa Alquimia
Beautiful historic building. The staff were friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Hotel was very clean and properly maintained.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Plaza Grande
Wonderful hotel and excellent staff.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Good location in the old town, great interior, friendly and helpful staff. Only five minutes walk to metro and central square.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel & Rooftop King Experience by David
Staff were all friendly and helpful. At first
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Casa Gangotena
Is good for, single or couple
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Histórico
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.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Centro Comercial Multicentro.
Centro Histórico Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Quito neighborhoods
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- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- Church of the Society of Jesus
- Plaza de San Francisco
- Calle La Ronda
- Santo Domingo Church
- Carondelet Palace
- Nayon Xtreme Valley
- Quito Eterno
- San Blas Square
- Plaza del Teatro
- Church of San Agustin
- Monastery of Santa Catalina
- Bolivar Theatre
- Sucre Theatre
- Santo Domingo Park
- Magda Shopping
- Capilla de Cantuña
- Palace of the Archbishop
- Monasterio de Carmen Alto
- Manuela Saenz Museum
- La Virgin del Panecillo
- Monastery of San Francisco
