Concepción Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Straddle the earth’s equator and then take a trip to the site’s planetarium and museum.
Foch Square
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.
Basilica of the National Vow
Admire the Ecuadorian gargoyles and neo-Gothic architecture at this immense church before taking in the panoramic views from its towers.
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.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
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.
TelefériQo
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.
Activities
Mindo Cloud Forest Tour Ecuador
Quito Viewpoints Tour
Quito City Tour: Old Town & Middle of the World
Quito TeleferiQo Cable Car Private Tour
Quito Museums Private Tour
From Quito: Waterfalls of Baños de Agua Santa Guided Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Concepción
Kennedy
While there might not be top attractions in Kennedy, you can explore the larger area and discover places like RioCentro Shopping and Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado.
Financial District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.
La Carolina
Visitors often come to La Carolina for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parque La Carolina and El Jardin Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.
Mariana de Jesus
Though Mariana de Jesus may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa De la Musica and El Jardin Mall.
Belisario Quevedo
While Belisario Quevedo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casa De la Musica and TelefériQo.
Bellavista
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.