Quito Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Quito Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carondelet Palace
Discover centuries of Ecuadorian presidential history and an interesting art display as you explore the rooms of this 17th-century palace.
Plaza de San Francisco
Take a break and learn about the culture and history of the Old Town in this spacious public square where the San Francisco Church resides.
Activities
Small-Group Quito Legends & Culture Tour
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Quito Old Town & TelefériQo Tour | Small Group
From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour
Our pick of the best Quito Historic Center Hotel Deals
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
"A beautiful place, next to the centro histórico and major landmarks of Quito, staff very helpful and very friendly"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Plaza Grande
"The hotel was beautiful and the staff super helpful. The exterior walls are very thin and we had trouble sleeping because of all of the outside noise. The bed is also very hard."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique
"Staff were nice and helpful. Location is convenient."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
"Staff really helpful with helping us to figure out the must do’s in Quito. Breakfast was great, service was the best."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
"Yale and the staff were great! Lots of help!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
"Stayed here 2 nights, not a particularly friendly reception greeting or general service, good location, restaurant was a bit disappointing (costly and bang average. Would not go back to be honest"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center
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.
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.
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 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.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Centro Comercial Multicentro.
La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum are top sights worth seeing.
