La Merced
Where to stay in La Merced
Valle de Los Chillos
While visiting Valle de Los Chillos, you might make a stop by sights like Ilaló and Chiche.
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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.
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.
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.
Basilica of the National Vow
Visit this magnificent neo-Gothic landmark to admire its fine architecture and Ecuador-themed gargoyles, and the panoramic views from its immense towers.
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.
TelefériQo
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.
Things to do
Quilotoa Lagoon: Full-Day Tour from Quito
From Quito: Otavalo Indian Market and Rose Farm Shared Tour
Quito TeleferiQo Cable Car Private Tour
- Ilaló
- Quicentro Sur Mall
- Cotopaxi National Park
- Monument to the Equator
- Quicentro Shopping
- Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
- Parque La Carolina
- General Rumiñahui Coliseum
- Foch Square
- La Mariscal Craft Market
- Termas de Papallacta
- Basilica of the National Vow
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- TelefériQo
- Parque Bicentenario
- Independence Square
- El Panecillo
- San Francisco Church
- Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado
- University of San Francisco Quito Campus
- Central University of Ecuador
- Calle La Ronda
- Government Platform for Social Development
- Paseo San Francisco
- House of Ecuadorian Culture
- Pontificia Catholic University of Educador
- Naciones Unidas Boulevard
- Iñaquito Shopping Center
- Scala Shopping Mall
- Metropolitan Hospital
- Antisana Ecological Reserve
- Santo Domingo Church