Quito Historic Center Travel Guide
Quito
Visit Quito Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Basilica of the National Vow
You can learn about the history of Quito with a stop at Basilica of the National Vow. 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.
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 Quito Historic Center
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
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Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Plaza Grande
Beautiful hotel is a great, historic area. Very walkable and felt safe even during New Year’s Eve.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Casa Alquimia
We couldn't have had a better stay! This hotel is one of a kind - so much character and ambiance with a staff that goes out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. The location is wonderful, the room was spotless with a very comfortable bed. And the breakfast was absolutely delicious. Highly, highly ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Casa Gangotena
Staff were attentive and friendly. Delicious food. Gorgeous building.
Reviewed on 13 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
Clean roon, lovely hotel details, very helpful staff. We saw them set up a beautiful wedding event.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center
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.
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.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum.
