See what the experts are saying about Quito. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
Quito is located on a horizontal strip of land running north to south between beautiful mountains. The splendor of the city's natural setting, combined with its attractive squares, parks and monuments as well as the warmth of its people, make... Continue reading »
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History
Quito: history, tradition and legend The history of this beautiful colonial city, full of legends woven over more than 400 years, is still alive in the memory of its inhabitants. To find its origin it is necessary to go back in time to the... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Quito is a tourist city par excellence. Here there are many and varied options for accommodation to suit all preferences and budgets. In recent years, the hotel infrastructure and quality has improved drastically to satisfy visitors' needs. U... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Quito, besides its tourist attractions, has a wide variety of establishments for enjoying food and drinks. We start in the north of the city, by the monument La Mitad del Mundo, one of the most interesting tourist sites. Surrounded by mou... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Quito and its surroundings offer a wide range of choices for entertainment, which guarantee you a good time either alone or in company. On Avenida 6 de Diciembre and Patria you will find an important gallery of modern art in the Casa de l... Continue reading »
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Tours
If Quito, the enchanting capital of Ecuador, is your destination, you will need to travel well-equipped and with a good dose of energy and enthusiasm to visit most of the attractive places this little city has to offer. This metropolis is a c... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: The Aeropuerto Mariscal Sucre (UIO), Quito's international airport ( +593 02 244 0080/ http://www.quitoairport.com/), provides service from the United States from Miami, Houston and New York. Flights from Europe a... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Quito Province: Pichincha Country: Ecuador Quito by the Numbers: Population: 1,390,000 Elevation: 9223 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 47.5 inches Average Annual Snowfall: 0 inches Average January Temperature: 58 degrees... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Ecuador's capital, Quito, sits on a long, level plateau in a valley between towering Andean peaks. It is a city of striking beauty and stark contrasts. Sebastián de Benalcázar founded Quito in 1534. If he were to walk the streets of Old Town... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Arriving By Plane -- All flights into Quito land at the Aeropuerto Internacional Mariscal Sucre (tel. 02/2430-555; www.quitoairport.com; airport code: UIO). The airport is about 8km (5 miles) from the heart of New Town. Right before you ex... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- In Ecuador, American Express travel services is represented by Global Tours (tel. 02/2265-222; www.globaltour.com.ec), located on Av. República El Salvador 309 and Calle Suiza. Babysitters -- Your hotel front desk is yo... Continue reading »
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Getting around
If You Want a Guide -- If you'd like ultra-personalized service, an English-speaking guide, a private car, or even a bodyguard or two to accompany you while you visit the city or the highlands, contact Turisvision, Ultimas Noticias N37-97 and... Continue reading »
Quito Travel Experiences
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Primera Noche
After getting only a few hours of sleep prior to crossing the frigid tundra between Adel and Des Moines "International" Airport I said go... Continue reading »
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We Arrive in Sunny Quito!!
After what seemed like a never ending flight and some really unfriendly customs people in Miami, we finally arrive in Quito on Friday eve... Continue reading »
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Quito
Leaving behind Peru I entered the fifth country of my Journey so far, Ecuador. Not really knowing much about the South and in need of a d... Continue reading »
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a taste of Ecuador
Here I am in Quito, Ecuador. By far the most polluted city I have lived in. It doesn’t take long to understand rules here. The first rule... Continue reading »
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Otavalo Market and Festival
After an uneventful boarder crossing, I took a bus for about 3 hours to a town called Otavalo, famous for it Saturday market. One&nb... Continue reading »
Popular Quito Hotels
- JW Marriott Quito
- Eugenia Hotel Quito
- Travellers Inn
- Best Western Plaza Hotel Casino
- The Secret Garden
- Hilton Colon Quito
- Chicago Hostal
- Mercure Grand Hotel Alameda Quito
- Swissotel Quito
- Radisson Royal Quito Hotel
