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Basilica of the National Vow showing a city
Basilica of the National Vow showing a city
Basilica of the National Vow showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views
Parque La Carolina which includes flowers, a garden and wild flowers
Basilica of the National Vow which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

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Quito Historic Center

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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.

Quito Historic Center
Parque La Carolina featuring a pond and a park

La Carolina

Discover local flora and fauna at the botanical gardens and reptile house, join a game of Ecuadorian soccer and enjoy the sights at this central urban park.

La Carolina
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it

Downtown Cuenca

Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.

Downtown Cuenca
It's hard to tell from its quaint city center how enormous Quito is.  On the steps of Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, you can see the colorful buildings that cover the hills surrounding the city and get an idea for how large this city is.  #lifeatexpedia

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.

Centro Histórico
Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador

Cuenca Historic Center

While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.

Cuenca Historic Center
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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.

San Juan