Quitumbe 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.
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.
TelefériQo Base Station
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.
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.
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
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
Quito Old Town & TelefériQo Tour | Small Group
Our pick of the best Quitumbe Hotel Deals
Wyndham Quito Airport
"We typically stay at the Wyndham when traveling to Ecuador because its airport location is very convenient, especially for early departures or late arrivals. The staff is consistently welcoming, friendly, and helpful, and the service is excellent. I also enjoyed a wonderful spa treatment during our ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
"Very slow check in. But great hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
"Room was very clean and staff was nice and accommodating."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Dann Carlton Quito
"Nice hotel close to park & restaurants"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
ibis Quito
"Good experience nice room excelent location"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Quito Airport
"Excelente opción en Quito. La atención en el restaurante fue particularmente agradable de parte de Paul y Jessica y la comida deliciosa."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quitumbe
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.
Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Carondelet Palace and Independence Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.
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 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 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.
