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Sierra Attractions

Find out what makes Sierra tick with the most popular tours & day trips. Check out our top {9 fun activities in Sierra fun activities in Sierra}, and rest easy knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees.

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Isabela Island Wonders: Sulphur Mine and Agro Tour Experience

Isabela Island Wonders Sulphur Mine and Agro Tour Experience

$150
per adult
Isabela Island Wonders Sulphur Mine and Agro Tour Experience
Rappel inside Trillizos Volcano in Isabela Island

Rappel inside Trillizos Volcano in Isabela Island

$190
per adult
Rappel inside Trillizos Volcano in Isabela Island
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horseback Riding & Hiking

Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horseback Riding & Hiking

$495
per adult
Sierra Negra Volcano Galapagos Horseback Riding & Hiking
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Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances

Activity duration is 12 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 274 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $59 per adult
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Private Day Tour of Quito and Middle of the World

Private Day Tour of Quito and Middle of the World

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 86 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $89 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds, Nature

Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds, Nature

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 176 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Route to Cotopaxi: Snow, Adventure, Altitude & Páramo Picnic

Route to Cotopaxi: Snow, Adventure, Altitude & Páramo Picnic

Activity duration is 1 day
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $90 per adult
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Private Full Day Experience at Papallacta Hot Springs

Private Full Day Experience at Papallacta Hot Springs

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 27 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $123 per adult
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What to do in Sierra

Free Things to Do in Sierra

A break in Sierra need not break the bank. You can leave your wallet behind if you go to:

Chimborazo Wildlife Reserve - If you enjoy hanging out in the garden, this place will satisfy your green thumb.

Things to Do in Sierra with Kids

There's fun for the whole family wherever you go in Sierra. Here are some family friendly experiences you can do together that promise to make your break a blast:

 

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Cotopaxi National Park

9.4/10 (220 reviews)
Visit this national park to discover an active volcano, explore mountain forests and Andean tundra, and say “hola” to a llama.
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Popular day trips from Sierra

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Cuenca

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Guayaquil

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Loja

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Tulcan

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Quito

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Macas

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Ibarra

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Otavalo

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Sierra on a sunny day?
What is Sierra famous for?
Make it a priority to visit Monument to the Equator and El Panecillo if you're into renowned attractions.
What should I not miss in Sierra?
If you want to discover the best of this place, pencil these attractions into your itinerary:

  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
  • Independence Square
  • Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
  • Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado

Are there cheap things to do in Sierra?
What can you do in Sierra for free?
Your vacation in Sierra needn't blow the budget with free things like these on offer:

  • Monument to the Equator
  • Independence Square
  • Foch Square
  • Mindo Cloud Forest

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