Quito Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of Ecuador
About Quito
Quito stretches across valleys between two mountain ranges which are part of the Andes. At an altitude of 2,850 m (9,350 feet), it is one of the world's highest capital cities. The altitude is high enough that most individuals will experience some degree ofaltitude sicknessfor the first few days, so plan accordingly. Quito is roughly divided into three parts: the Old City at the center, with southern and northern districts to either side. It was the first city to be named aUNESCO World Heritage Sitein 1978 (along withKrakówin Poland). Old town also includes 17 squares (plazas), the most significant being Independence Plaza where the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, a hotel used primarily by diplomats and the main municipal of Quito make up the four sides. Almost always music,
Top Attractions in Quito
Explore the best things to see and do in Quito:
- ★Astronomical Observatory of Quito
- ★Basílica del Voto Nacional
- ★Botanical Gardens
- ★Calle de la Ronda
- ★Casa de la Cultura
- ★Conjunto monumental San Francisco
- ★Contemporary Art Center of Quito
- ★Go Mountain Biking
Where to Eat in Quito
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Achiote
- 🍴El Maple
- 🍴Mea Culpa
- 🍴Mongos
- 🍴Mulligan's
- 🍴Pim's
Where to Stay in Quito
- 🏨Aleida's Hostal
- 🏨Casa Helbling
- 🏨Chicago Hostel Inn
- 🏨Community Hostel
- 🏨El Cafecito Cafe & Hostel
- 🏨Hostal Backpackers Inn
Quito Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 13 sections including: