- Mariscal District (Quito): The 4- to 5-square-block area known as Mariscal, in the heart of Quito's New Town, is chock-full of bars, clubs, discos, and restaurants. It's busy here every night of the week, but especially Thursday through Saturday. Consider starting off on the Plaza Foch with a pub crawl, but be careful and use common sense, because crime against tourists is not unheard of here.
- Ba?os de Agua Santa: As befits a bustling backpacker and adventure-tourist town, Ba?os has a rocking nightlife. If the rumblings of Volcan Tungurahua keep you up at nights here, stroll down Calle Eloy Alfaro, where you'll find a string of bars, clubs, discos, and pe?as.
- Cafe Eucalyptus (Cuenca; tel. 07/2849-157): Great tapas, an excellent wine list, locally produced tap beer, and top-notch call liquors combine with a warm and welcoming ambience to make this hands-down the top after-dark gathering spot in Cuenca. I like the couch seating near the fireplace, but the bar is also a good place to settle in. Or, if you're looking for a little more privacy, head to the second floor.
- Monta?ita (South Pacific coast): In addition to their prowess on the sea, surfers are legendary for their apres-surf sessions. Monta?ita is the top surfer town in Ecuador, and the raucous nightlife it has is fed by the flood of local and international surfers.
- Puerto Ayora (Galapagos): Puerto Ayora has a surprisingly lively, albeit limited, nightlife and bar scene. Bongo Bar (tel. 05/2526-264) is the most happening place in town at night. It's located on a rooftop and opens at 4pm but usually doesn't get busy until after 8pm.
Ecuador Travel Experiences
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The Biking Dutchman: Cotopaxi and Quilotoa
So it would seem that Lyndi and I have the unique ability to harness the power of bad weather, and take it with us wherever we go. I thin... Continue reading »
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Ecuador Vacation-Quito
Nov. 18, Friday: Melissa had arranged a tour with a guide. The first thing we had to see was the middle of the world, the equator. It... Continue reading »
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On top of the World, literally
I realize it most when I am in the bus. The huge city passing by me, seeing hundreds of people in one ride and this is when I think to my... Continue reading »
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My Cotopaxi climb!
Last weekend I braved Cotopaxi, which is the highest active volcano in the world at 5897 metres to the summit. It last blew its top in 18... Continue reading »
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Cotopaxi
Having found our land-legs after the fantastic Galapagos trip, we were adjusting back to city life in Quito. We decided it would be... Continue reading »
