La Colon Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Quito's Cultural Tour & Indigenous Perspectives of Old Town
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour
Quito Old Town & TelefériQo Tour | Small Group
Our pick of the best La Colon Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Quito by IHG
Rooms always clean
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Vieja Cuba Hotel
A fabulous place to stay! Quaint, yet it has everything you need. The breakfast is great! The staff is wonderful! I highly recommend this hotel!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Wyndham Quito Airport
24-7 shuttle to the airport leaving every 30 min was very convenient. Included buffet breakfast also made it easy to grab a bite before flying.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Breakfast wasn’t great, but everything else was perfect!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Fabulous stay! Everything was perfect, the room was large and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was extensive with everything g fresh. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Colon
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
