Sierra
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Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums, and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.

La Carolina
Consider a visit to El Jardin Mall and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in La Carolina. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station.

Downtown Cuenca
Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden while you're in town.

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.

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.

Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.

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Popular places to visit

Cotopaxi National Park
Visit this national park to discover an active volcano, explore mountain forests and Andean tundra, and say “hola” to a llama.

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.

Mindo Cloud Forest
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Mindo Cloud Forest, a popular green space in Mindo. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

New Cathedral of Cuenca
You can learn about the history of Cuenca with a visit to New Cathedral of Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.
Things to do

Conquer Sierra Negra Volcano! Expedition to the lava fields

Galapagos horse riding the ridges of Sierra Negra Volcano
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- Quicentro Sur Mall
- Cotopaxi National Park
- Monument to the Equator
- Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
- Parque La Carolina
- Quicentro Shopping
- General Rumiñahui Coliseum
- Sangay National Park
- Mall del Rio
- La Mariscal Craft Market
- Mindo Cloud Forest
- New Cathedral of Cuenca
- Termas de Papallacta
- Foch Square
- Quilotoa Lagoon
- Parque Bicentenario
- Independence Square
- Cotopaxi Mountain
- El Cajas National Park
- TelefériQo Base Station
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- Basilica of the National Vow
- Calderon Park
- Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium
- The Tree House
- El Panecillo
- St. Francis Catholic Church
- Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado
- Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
- Church of the Virgin of the Holy Water
- Banos Central Market
- Plaza de Ponchos