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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Centro Histórico
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
"My flight was delayed. I was unable to meet my son for that night"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Plaza Grande
Casa Gangotena
"Everything was perfect. Highly recommend this hotel. Staff was very accommodating. They even delivered a boxed breakfast at 3 AM so we could be on our way to the airport. Just an amazing experience."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
"I arrived at the hotel suffering from a stomach bug and the staff could not have been kinder to me. I was able to rest and recover in comfort. The view from the rooftop is spectacular."
Reviewed on 19 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
"Beautiful room and common areas and excellent breakfast!"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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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 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.
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 Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater.
La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater are top sights worth seeing.
