Quito Adventure: 8 Days of Exploration

Ayrton Cela

25 Nov 2023

Embark on an exhilarating 8-day journey through the vibrant city of Quito, Ecuador. Discover stunning parks, immerse yourself in nature reserves, visit captivating museums, and indulge in the rich cultural heritage. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Quito

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Parks Galore - El Ejido, La Alameda, Itchimbía

Large, tree-filled park with paths, weekend art exhibitions & vendors selling food & crafts.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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City park with an astronomical observatory, a statue of Simón Bolívar & a lake with boat rentals.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

20 - 29 min

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Forested park with hiking trails & an ornate, 19th-century glasshouse full of rare trees & orchids.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Nature's Wonderland - Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve, Quito Botanical Gardens

$15

$ 2

Ecological reserve spanning across the mountainous landscape surrounding the Pululahua volcano.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

47 - 57 min

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Sprawling green space with Japanese gardens, a bonsai collection & a boating lagoon with fountains.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

Day 3Urban Oasis - La Carolina Park, Metropolitano Guangüiltagua Park

$ 2

Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Elevated nature area with wooded trails & viewing decks overlooking the city, plus native alpacas.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Cultural Delights - Intiñan Site Museum, Capilla del Hombre, Guápulo Park, Metropolitan Cathedral

$45

$ 3

Museum showcasing exhibits from places on the equator, plus equator-related science experiments.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$20

41 - 50 min

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Museum honoring Latin Americans with extensive artworks by Oswaldo Guayasamín & artifacts.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

44 - 65 min

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Sprawling green area with 2 lagoons, sports courts & a playground, plus palm & eucalyptus groves.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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16th-century domed church with neoclassical architecture & 4 colorful, dramatic chapels.

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

Day 5Modern Art Extravaganza - Bicentenario Park, Contemporary Art Center

$ 2

Expanse of tree-lined walkways, sports facilities & ornamental gardens across a disused airport.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Museum in a former military hospital featuring contemporary art exhibits & cultural programs.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Nature's Treasures - South Metropolitan Park, Alberto Mena Caamaño Museum, Yaku Water Museum

$35

$ 2

Extensive trails through sprawling parkland, with bike paths & viewpoints over surrounding hills.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

14 - 21 min

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Contemporary museum with exhibits highlighting the scientific & social significance of water.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$20

Day 7Majestic Cotopaxi - National Park Adventure

$50

Expansive national park offering sweeping mountain views, a variety of trails, campsites & lodges.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 8Sky-High Thrills - TelefériQo Cable Car, Museum of the City

$55

$ 2

Attraction with a cablecar lift to the top of a mountain for high-altitude hikes & panoramic views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$40

17 - 21 min

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Small museum in a 1565 hospital featuring exhibits about Quito's history & a tranquil courtyard.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $210 In total

Activities & Food:$200

Transport:$10