Rancho Bajo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
El Panecillo
Enjoy the panoramic vista of Quito and see one of the city’s most iconic statues on this pleasant hilltop in the heart of the Old Town.
Activities
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
Cotopaxi Volcano full day tour with all the entrances, every day
Our pick of the best Rancho Bajo Hotel Deals
Wyndham Quito Airport
All of the above.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Amazing staff. Clean room! Very close to the airport with 24/7 shuttle.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
The stuff was amazing. They surprised my daughter with a birthday cake, just because I mentioned we were celebrating it
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
ibis Quito
We had a wonderful stay at Ibis hotel! The room was clean and comfortable, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious, even the coffee machine made excellent cappuccinos. When the weather turned cold in the evenings, we asked the reception to unlock the thermostat so we could turn off the heating. ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
JW Marriott Quito
I stayed for a few days on business and this was a grand stay. If you’re looking for a place that has a cast amount of dinner option and where you can get your shopping done. This is it. It is classy and staff is ready to jump in and help you. It’s the perfect place for high end business travelers. ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
GO Quito Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rancho Bajo
Carcelén
While Carcelén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado and Bicentenario Park.
Kennedy
While you're in Kennedy, take in top sights like Bicentenario Park and jump on the metro at El Labrador Station to see more of the city.
Jipijapa
While you're in Jipijapa, take in top sights like RioCentro Shopping and jump on the metro at Jipijapa Station to see more of the city.
Rumipamba
If you're spending some time in Rumipamba, Vulqano Park and Naciones Unidas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
