Carcelén
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
Quito TeleferiQo Cable Car Private Tour
From Quito: Full-Day Papallacta Tour
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Other neighborhoods around Carcelén
Kennedy
Kennedy might not have many top sights, but RioCentro Shopping and Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Concepción
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Concepción and surrounding area, you can visit Bicentenario Park and Naciones Unidas Boulevard.
Financial District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.
Bellavista
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Chapel of Man.
La Carolina
Take time in La Carolina to visit attractions like Parque La Carolina and El Jardin Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Iñaquito Station to see more of the city.
Mariana de Jesus
Though Mariana de Jesus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Jardin Mall and Parque La Carolina.
- Quicentro Sur Mall
- Monument to the Equator
- Quicentro Shopping
- Parque La Carolina
- Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
- General Rumiñahui Coliseum
- Foch Square
- Mindo Cloud Forest
- La Mariscal Craft Market
- Basilica of the National Vow
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- Parque Bicentenario
- TelefériQo
- Independence Square
- El Panecillo
- San Francisco Church
- Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado
- Central University of Ecuador
- University of San Francisco Quito Campus
- Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
- Calle La Ronda
- Pontificia Catholic University of Educador
- Paseo San Francisco
- Plaza de San Francisco
- Metropolitan Hospital
- Naciones Unidas Boulevard
- House of Ecuadorian Culture
- Embassy of the United States
- Iñaquito Shopping Center
- Scala Shopping Mall
- Santo Domingo Church
- Mindo Valley