El Tránsito
Quito
Visit El Tránsito
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at this monument to the site where the equator is marked, then spend time in the accompanying 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.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
Independence Square
Rows of stately colonial buildings and a 16th-century cathedral surround this historic civic square on the site where Quito’s Old Town made its humble beginnings.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Top hotels in El Tránsito
Wyndham Quito Airport
Food was delicious
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Also excellent location
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Colon Quito
Todo estuvo bien, en especial el personal, su amabilidad y atención
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
I love this hotel I feels like home
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Swissotel Quito
Nice location & property... Some of the Front Desk youngsters came across as immature, unprofessional... I found the amenities (bfast buffet, laundry svce) to be a ripoff; so, I found lcl options myself (bellhops, concierge were useless here)...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Quito
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Tránsito
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.
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.
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.
Miraflores
If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo Base Station and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
