Guidebook for Quito
Parks & Nature
Parc de Guápulo
Avenida de los ConquistadoresThis is one of my favorite spots for getting out of Quito and being in nature. It is a beautiful spot for light or moderate hiking and is located about 3.5 hours from Quito.
40 residents recomanen
Quilotoa Lake
This is one of my favorite spots for getting out of Quito and being in nature. It is a beautiful spot for light or moderate hiking and is located about 3.5 hours from Quito.
This is another beautiful escape to nature from Quito. It is located between 2 to 2.5 hours from Quito and is a beautiful spot for trekking or just enjoying nature.
25 residents recomanen
Mojanda Lake
This is another beautiful escape to nature from Quito. It is located between 2 to 2.5 hours from Quito and is a beautiful spot for trekking or just enjoying nature.
This is a beautiful, hidden gem with an incredible orchid garden and a quiet, meditative area nestled in the middle of Quito. Entry costs $3/person and it is most accessible via Avenida Shyris.
43 residents recomanen
Jardí Botànic de Quito
E6-264 Y Av. de los ShyrisThis is a beautiful, hidden gem with an incredible orchid garden and a quiet, meditative area nestled in the middle of Quito. Entry costs $3/person and it is most accessible via Avenida Shyris.
This area is great for those who want an incredible view of Quito and if you are lucky, lots of surrounding volcanos. If you are looking for an active day, you can get in a great hike up to the top of Ruco Pichincha at over 4.700 meters.
110 residents recomanen
Teleferico De Quito station
This area is great for those who want an incredible view of Quito and if you are lucky, lots of surrounding volcanos. If you are looking for an active day, you can get in a great hike up to the top of Ruco Pichincha at over 4.700 meters.
Food Scene
Cafe Rio Intag
Avenida Isabel la CatólicaNice spot for a good coffee and friendly service.
Great coffee and good service--a small, quaint coffee shop where you have the option to sit outside and enjoy the sun.
9 residents recomanen
Jervis Café
E14-27 GuipuzcoaGreat coffee and good service--a small, quaint coffee shop where you have the option to sit outside and enjoy the sun.
If you are looking for typical Ecuadorian food, this is not the place to go. However, if you are looking for Vietnamese and know it is hard to find in Latin America, I would recommend you check out Banh Mi.
16 residents recomanen
Banh Mi
N24-234 y Luis CorderoIf you are looking for typical Ecuadorian food, this is not the place to go. However, if you are looking for Vietnamese and know it is hard to find in Latin America, I would recommend you check out Banh Mi.
One of the best places in Quito to get an authentic French baguette and croissant.
15 residents recomanen
Hay Pan
N30-96 WhymperOne of the best places in Quito to get an authentic French baguette and croissant.
Cool semi-indoor, semi-outdoor seating with good, healthy food. The octopus and tiradito are great!
22 residents recomanen
warmi
N24-240 PontevedraCool semi-indoor, semi-outdoor seating with good, healthy food. The octopus and tiradito are great!
Great newer restaurant in the Historic Center of Quito! The plates average around $12 for a main course and the food is great!
10 residents recomanen
La Purisima
E2-27 JunínGreat newer restaurant in the Historic Center of Quito! The plates average around $12 for a main course and the food is great!
Amazing coffee and a great spot to read a book, do a bit of work or just have a good snack and an amazing cup of coffee!
Cafe Traviesa
Manuela SáenzAmazing coffee and a great spot to read a book, do a bit of work or just have a good snack and an amazing cup of coffee!
SOMOS Restaurante Ecuador
N34-421 Av. Eloy AlfaroShibumi
esquina Ruiz De CastillaDrinks & Nightlife
Abysmo
24-131 Ave 12 de OctubreThis brewery is a good spot to try some local beer and sometimes catch live music.
This is a low-key, local restaurant / bar where you can grab pizza and a beer and enjoy the re-purposed bicycle decor of the place. Good place to meet someone after work for a drink and a bite.
14 residents recomanen
La Cleta
N24-250 LugoThis is a low-key, local restaurant / bar where you can grab pizza and a beer and enjoy the re-purposed bicycle decor of the place. Good place to meet someone after work for a drink and a bite.
If you are looking for a fun night out dancing to salsa, cumbia or AfroColombian / AfroEcuadorian music, this is a great option!
14 residents recomanen
Café Democrático
E7-61 Lizardo García If you are looking for a fun night out dancing to salsa, cumbia or AfroColombian / AfroEcuadorian music, this is a great option!
This spot is a good place to grab good local brews and watch sports or go out with a group of friends.
25 residents recomanen
Bandidos del Páramo
E8-11 Lizardo GarcíaThis spot is a good place to grab good local brews and watch sports or go out with a group of friends.
Arts & Culture
If you know anything about Latin American culture, seeing Oswaldo Guayasamin's work can be quite a meaningful experience. The museum and Guayasamin's home are located at a beautiful spot that provides a scenic view of Quito and the Pichincha volcano.
150 residents recomanen
La Capella de l'Home
Lorenzo ChávezIf you know anything about Latin American culture, seeing Oswaldo Guayasamin's work can be quite a meaningful experience. The museum and Guayasamin's home are located at a beautiful spot that provides a scenic view of Quito and the Pichincha volcano.
One of the best museums I have been to in Ecuador!
70 residents recomanen
Pre-Columbian Art Museum House of Praise
N1-41 CuencaOne of the best museums I have been to in Ecuador!
Shopping
If you like supporting local artists, this is a great place to check out the work of ceramic artist, Natalia Espinosa, a personal friend.
Perro De Loza
MadridIf you like supporting local artists, this is a great place to check out the work of ceramic artist, Natalia Espinosa, a personal friend.
This is a good spot to find high-quality crafts from different regions of the country and nearby countries.
Galería Latina
N23-69 Juan León MeraThis is a good spot to find high-quality crafts from different regions of the country and nearby countries.
Did you know the "Panama" hat is not actually made in Panama? I suggest you check out this Ecuadorian family business for quality straw hats, bags and other accessories.
Homero Ortega & Hijos
Did you know the "Panama" hat is not actually made in Panama? I suggest you check out this Ecuadorian family business for quality straw hats, bags and other accessories.
Essentials
This is the closest grocery store to my house where you should be able to find just about anything you are looking for.
137 residents recomanen
Supermaxi
N16-114 Av. de la RepúblicaThis is the closest grocery store to my house where you should be able to find just about anything you are looking for.
This is one of the closer, well-equipped pharmacies near to the house.
9 residents recomanen
Fybeca Coruña
Avenida La CoruñaThis is one of the closer, well-equipped pharmacies near to the house.
Sightseeing
You can get a great, free tour of the presidential palace. Just don't forget to bring your passport!
61 residents recomanen
Carondelet Palace
García MorenoYou can get a great, free tour of the presidential palace. Just don't forget to bring your passport!
Parc Arqueològic Rumipamba
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