Quito Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Quito Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
St. Francis Catholic Church
Dating back to the city’s inception, this church is home to breathtaking 16th-century architecture, thousands of works of art and a converted catacomb.
Calle La Ronda
Visit artisan shops, bohemian cafés and centuries-old houses as you wander this quaint cobblestone street on the edge of Quito’s historic center.
Church of the Society of Jesus
This Baroque temple is remarkable in that its façade is made from volcanic stone while the interior is packed with lavish gold leaf.
Activities
City Tour PRIVATE Quito, Centre H, Cable Car, Half the World
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings
Discover Cotopaxi: All Inclusive Hiking Tour
Quito Full Day Private Tour: Plazas, Churches, Teleférico and the Equator
Relax in the Amazon for 3 Full Days All inclusive From Quito
Our pick of the best Quito Historic Center Hotel Deals
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Hotel Casa Alquimia
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Hotel La Basílica Quito
Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center
The Street of the Seven Crosses
Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring.
Centro Histórico
While you're in Centro Histórico, take in top sights like Calle La Ronda and jump on the metro at San Francisco Station to see more of the city.
La Tola
While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and Quijos River.
San Roque
If you're spending some time in San Roque, Plaza de San Francisco and Calle La Ronda are top sights worth seeing.
San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.
El Belén
If you're spending time in El Belén, check out sights like House of Ecuadorian Culture or National Assembly of Ecuador and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.