Quito Historic Center

Quito

A historic courtyard with a central fountain, white domed towers, and arched colonnades.
A historic square with a prominent church tower, stone buildings, and a pedestrian walkway.
An ornate church interior with intricate golden decorations, a central altar, and rows of pews.
A densely packed hillside town with colorful buildings and a prominent red and white structure in the background.
A cityscape with a prominent hill and a church on top.

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An ornate church interior with rows of pews, a large organ, and intricate ceiling artwork.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

9.4/10 (1,122 reviews)
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
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Things to do

Quilotoa Lagoon

Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE

€54
per adult
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Craft Market

Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Artisan Market

€56
per adult
Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Artisan Market
Night Tour in Quito with free time at La Ronda Street

Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Otavalo Shopping

Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

€64
per adult
Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch

Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch

€62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch

€68
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch
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Top hotels in Quito Historic Center

Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
The price is €173 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
€173
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with exceptional service. Terrific value"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Plaza Grande
Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

3 out of 5
0e3-33 Mejía Quito Pichincha
The price is €48 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
€48
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Quicentro Shopping and Quicentro Sur Mall are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Lovely place, lovely staff, great location. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique
Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is €56 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€56
per night
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Casa Gangotena

Casa Gangotena

4.5 out of 5
Calle Bolívar OE 6-41 & Cuenca Quito Pichincha
The price is €433 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
€433
per night
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Quicentro Shopping and Quicentro Sur Mall are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
"Highly recommended. It was the highlight of our visit to Ecuador."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Casa Gangotena
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

3 out of 5
Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y Quito
The price is €99 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€99
per night
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (177 reviews)
"It’s a great location, it’s very clean and the staff is absolutely incredible."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Hostal Viena Internacional

Hostal Viena Internacional

3 out of 5
Juan José Flores N. 5-04 & Chile Quito Pichincha
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €27 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
€27
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Quicentro Shopping and ...
Hostal Viena Internacional
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Where to stay in Quito Historic Center

Find the best Quito Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a large park in the center, surrounded by buildings and roads.

La Carolina

Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like El Jardin Mall.

A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a dome structure.
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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.

An aerial view of a large oval-shaped park with a running track, a red sports field, and a river running through the middle.

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.

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.

A colorful building with vibrant murals and a sign reading "La Carniceria".

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.

Quito Historic Center

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