San Juan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Monument to the Equator

4/5(9 reviews)

Straddle the earth’s equator and then take a trip to the site’s planetarium and museum.

Monument to the Equator
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La Mariscal Craft Market

From Panama hats and wood carvings to musical instruments and hand-knitted items, this vibrant market offers a wide range of Ecuadorian souvenirs and crafts.

La Mariscal Craft Market
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Foch Square

4/5(4 reviews)

Join Quito’s pulsating nightlife, attend free concerts and shop at an artisanal craft fair at this square in the heart of Quito’s Mariscal district.

Foch Square
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Basilica of the National Vow

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Admire the Ecuadorian gargoyles and neo-Gothic architecture at this immense church before taking in the panoramic views from its towers.

Basilica of the National Vow
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Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

4.5/5(10 reviews)

See acclaimed spiritual works of art and a blend of architectural designs as you learn about the intriguing past of one of the continent’s oldest churches.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
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TelefériQo

5/5(6 reviews)

Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.

TelefériQo

Activities

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Full Day Quito City Tour - Private Tours

AU$242
Per adult
Full Day Quito City Tour - Private Tours
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Quito: Guided Street Art Tour with local cocktails

AU$106
Per adult
Quito: Guided Street Art Tour with local cocktails
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Chimborazo Tour From Quito includes Lunch

AU$135
Per adult
Chimborazo Tour From Quito includes Lunch
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Our pick of the best San Juan Hotel Deals

Hotel + Arte
Hotel + Arte
3.5 out of 5
Calle Leonidas Plaza N24-287, y Lizardo Garcia, Quito, Pichincha
The price is AU$33 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$33
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gabriela Mistral Square and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (87 reviews)
"Very nice charming hotel, great location, close to everything. Very nice,friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2024

Hotel + Arte
Wyndham Quito Airport
Wyndham Quito Airport
4.5 out of 5
Parroquia Tababela S/N Via Yaruqui, Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre, Tababela, Pichincha
The price is AU$216 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$216
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,529 reviews)
So impressed! Totally recommend for airport stay
"From the moment we stepped through customs til we were dropped back off at the Quito airport, we all were very impressed with this Wyndham Quito Airport! I requested airport pickup prior to arrival, and they were waiting on us at bag claim in clear view. The shuttle was an easy 3 min ride. We were ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Wyndham Quito Airport
JW Marriott Quito
JW Marriott Quito
4.5 out of 5
Avenida Orellana 1172 Y Avenida Amazonas, Quito, Pichincha
The price is AU$197 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$197
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Quito. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. A nice place with great food and hospitality. The staff was amazing. I’m grateful for all the kindness. I totally recommended."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

JW Marriott Quito
Holiday Inn Quito Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Quito Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Solar Numero 4, Barrio Santa Rosa, Calle conector Alpachaca y calle Cotopax, Tababela, Quito
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$143 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$143
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tababela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
"Beautiful views from rooms and wonderful pool area"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Holiday Inn Quito Airport, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Finlandia
Hotel Finlandia
3.5 out of 5
Finlandia 35-129 & Suecia St., Quito, Pichincha
The price is AU$121 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$121
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (814 reviews)
Safe Clean
"Here for business, breakfast is great, rooms are very clean and bed is very comfortable. CNN International in English Front desk staff fluent in English"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Hotel Finlandia
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
4.5 out of 5
República de El Salvador, N34-349 e Irlanda, Quito, Quito
The price is AU$188 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
AU$188
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (669 reviews)
"Staff amazing, great attention to detail"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
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Other neighbourhoods around San Juan

La Merced Church showing a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

Quito Historic Center

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Churches, museums and shopping are some highlights of Quito Historic Center. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring.

Quito Historic Center
Quito Cable Car featuring street scenes

Miraflores

If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Miraflores
Quito which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views

Centro Histórico

While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like Calle La Ronda and Santo Domingo Church.

Centro Histórico
Foch Square showing dining out, street scenes and modern architecture

La Mariscal

4/5(1 area review)

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 Mariscal
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Mariana de Jesus

Though Mariana de Jesus may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Jardin Mall and Parque La Carolina.

Mariana de Jesus
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La Floresta

La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trude Sojka Cultural House and Weilbauer Museum.

La Floresta

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