La Floresta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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.

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.

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.

Independence Square
The site where the Old Town first sprung up in Quito is home to an inspiring 16th-century cathedral and rows of majestic colonial structures.
Activities

Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE

Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town

From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour

Quito: Guided Street Art Tour with local cocktails
Our pick of the best La Floresta Hotel Deals

NH Collection Quito Royal
Staff was excellent! Beds were very comfy and room was clean. I do wish they had Smart TV/Netflix access..
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Wyndham Quito Airport
Didnt stay and couldn't move the reservation
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Hotel location is very convenient, close to everything, restaurants, metro station, and most of all safe location. Staff members are helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

JW Marriott Quito
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Also excellent location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Todo excelente ! Principalmente la atencion
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Floresta

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.

Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.

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.

Gonzalez Suarez
While Gonzalez Suarez isn't home to many top sights, El Jardin Mall and Foch Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Guapulo
Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sanctuary of El Guápulo and Statue of Francisco de Orellana.

La Carolina
Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like Botanical Garden of Quito.


