Colón
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
Shared tour of the historic center of Quito in small groups
Quilotoa Lagoon: Full-Day Tour from Quito
From Quito: Otavalo Indian Market and Rose Farm Shared Tour
From Quito: Waterfalls of Baños de Agua Santa Guided Tour
From Quito: Cotopaxi Volcano and Colonial Hacienda Day Trip
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Other neighborhoods around Colón
La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum are top sights worth seeing.
La Paz
Though La Paz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foch Square and El Jardin Mall.
La Mariscal
La Mariscal is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while you're in town.
La Floresta
La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trude Sojka Cultural House and Weilbauer Museum.
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.
Guapulo
Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Statue of Francisco de Orellana and Sanctuary of El Guápulo.
- Centro Comercial Multicentro
- Uio Microtheater
- Mindalae Museum
- Quicentro Sur Mall
- Monument to the Equator
- Quicentro Shopping
- Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
- Parque La Carolina
- General Rumiñahui Coliseum
- Mindo Cloud Forest
- Foch Square
- La Mariscal Craft Market
- 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
- Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
- 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