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Top 51 Things To Do in Quito

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#1Middle of the World Tour

Visit a monument built to mark the exact location of the Earth's equator, the imaginary line that divides our planet into northern and southern halves. Step ...

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$19
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Middle of the World Tour

#27-Day Quito & Surroundings Tour

Spend a week exploring the wonders of central Ecuador with a guided tour through Quito and into the surrounding wilderness of the Andes. With visits to the M...

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$1,398
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7-Day Quito & Surroundings Tour

#3Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour

The breathtaking sights of central Ecuador await you on this day trip along the Avenue of the Volcanoes. Visit the spectacular high country of the Andean pár...

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$108
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Quilotoa Lagoon Full-Day Tour

#4Cotopaxi National Park & Quilotoa Volcano Tour

Set out for a mountain adventure, reaching the high-altitude scenery of the Andes to Cotopaxi National Park. Take in views of the snow-capped peak, before vi...

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$45
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Cotopaxi National Park & Quilotoa Volcano Tour

#5Historic Quito Tour

Board the comfortable City Explorer trolley—a replica of the 20th-century trollies—to discover Quito’s vast historical heritage. See the intricate Basilica d...

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Historic Quito Tour

#62-Day Baños de Agua Santa Village

Set out for 2 days of adventure in the beauty of central Ecuador, filled with waterfalls, volcanoes, and a night at a romantic hotel. This tour pairs you wit...

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$346
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2-Day Baños de Agua Santa Village

#7City Sightseeing Tour with Cable Car Ride & Pichincha Volcano Hike

Uncover the secrets of Quito, the capital of Ecuador, and delve into its colonial architecture, rich history, and thriving culture. This full-day experience ...

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$135
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City Sightseeing Tour with Cable Car Ride & Pichincha Volcano Hike

#8Bellavista Cloud Forest 2-Day Birding Tour

Spend 2 days exploring the Bellavista Cloud Forest on the lookout for rare and endemic species of birds. Discover the beauty of the dense rainforest just a s...

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$41
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Bellavista Cloud Forest 2-Day Birding Tour

#9Full-Day Quito City Tour + Mitad del Mundo Small-Group Tour

Spend a full day exploring the cultural riches of Ecuador on this tour of Quito city and Mitad del Mundo. In a small group, venture through the UNESCO-listed...

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$120
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Full-Day Quito City Tour + Mitad del Mundo Small-Group Tour

#10Small-Group Condors & Culture in Otavalo Tour

From exotic birds to enticing spices—this guided walk through Otavalo covers the city’s brightest, boldest claims to fame. Marvel the magnificent Andes from ...

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$156
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Small-Group Condors & Culture in Otavalo Tour

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Things To Do in Quito

As the capital of Ecuador, Quito's past extends for centuries beyond its founding in 1534 to its status as a kingdom of the Incan Empire. Known by nicknames such as the Light of America, the City of the Heavens, and God's Face, Quito attained UNESCO World Heritage status in 1978 in recognition of the superb Spanish Colonial buildings in its ancient heart.

Most of the attractions in Quito are centered around the Old Town, where nearly 500 years of history are played out in the ancient buildings and winding streets. There are excellent Quito tours, which provide sights of the Old Town, but visitors will find the sheer number of must-see places requires them to allow more than one day to properly enjoy them all. Top highlights include the Iglesia de la Compañia de Jesus, one of the most beautiful churches in the Americas. And one of the most popular spots in the city for tourists is the hill where La Vírgen del Panecillo is located. This famous statue depicts the winged Virgin and provides a stunning focal point above the city.

Another local tourist favorite is the Museo de la Ciudad, or City Museum. With interactive displays detailing Quito's history, it's popular with children and adults alike. Quito also offers visitors a veritable shoppers' paradise of well-made goods crafted by artisans and sold right from their workshops on the street. There are also several malls dotted around the city giving visitors the opportunity to purchase familiar brands at reasonable prices.

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