Quito Unleashed

Angie Lorena Hernandez Morantes

20 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Quito, Ecuador. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, explore breathtaking parks, and witness awe-inspiring landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Quito

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Day 1Cultural Delights and Urban Oasis

Part of Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, auditorium hosting diverse concerts & artistic performances.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 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.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Stargazing and Nature's Retreat

$32

$ 4

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$31

19 - 23 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Wildlife Encounters and Serene Escapes

$32

$ 2

Zoo with a wildlife trail of native species including monkeys, tapirs & turtles, plus night safaris.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$31

66 - 80 min

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Large, wooded park with picnicking & camping areas, plus a dog run, sculptures & sports fields.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Conquer the Majestic Cotopaxi

$63

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$63

Day 5Artisan Treasures and Aerial Wonders

$50

$ 4

Lively covered market with vendors selling Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other traditional crafts.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 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

13 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$50

Day 6Thrills at Vulqano Park and Architectural Marvels

$63

$ 2

Amusement park with kiddie & family rides as well as a roller coaster, bumper cars & haunted house.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$31

14 - 17 min

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Grand plaza & park in the heart of old Quito, lined with monumental government & church buildings.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Iconic baroque church, built from 1605–1765, known for its elaborately carved, gilded interior.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$31

Day 7Iconic Views and Spiritual Grandeur

$19

$ 4

Hilltop statue of a winged Virgin Mary made of aluminum, on a pedestal & standing 30 m. tall.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Monumental 19th-century church featuring ornate neo-Gothic styling & city views from its towers.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$19

14 - 17 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Water Wonders and Botanical Beauty

$69

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

21 - 26 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$19

44 - 53 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$25

Day 9Urban Oasis and Geobotanical Marvels

$ 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

51 - 62 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Standing at the Middle of the World

$44

$ 2

Stone monument along the equator & a plaza where visitors can stand with a foot in each hemisphere.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$44

34 - 41 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $390 In total

Activities & Food:$369

Transport:$21