La Colina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit La Colina
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.
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.
Activities
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
Quito Old Town & TelefériQo Tour | Small Group
From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour
Our pick of the best La Colina Hotel Deals
Wyndham Quito Airport
"Clean food"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
"El termostato estaba anclado en 19 C y hacia mucho frio. La salida del parqueo habia que esperar que te abrieran la puerta y a veces te dejaban esperando tras las puertas. El desayuno estaba fresco y variado"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
ibis Quito
"Excellent location and breakfast...close to Carolina park area"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
"Convenient location if you are laying over for a day before heading to or from the galapagos. We chose this rather than downtown Quito so we could easily and without stress get to the airport early in the morning. The property felt new and very modernized. The food was good, easy to get a guide to ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
JW Marriott Quito
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast and the gym / spa was one of the best stocked I've encountered."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Quito Airport
"Excellent!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Colina
La Paz
Though La Paz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foch Square and El Jardin Mall.
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 El Jardin Mall.
Batán Grande
While you're in Batán Grande, take in top sights like Iñaquito Shopping Center and jump on the metro at Carolina Station to see more of the city.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater.
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.
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.
