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Quito: A Journey through History and Adventure

Yeboah Solomon

Yeboah Solomon

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Quito, Ecuador. Explore ancient marvels, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Quito

Day 1Delight in Local Delicacies and Marvel at Quito's Landmarks
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$38

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
11 - 14 min

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TelefériQo Cable Car
Attraction with a cablecar lift to the top of a mountain for high-altitude hikes & panoramic views.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
11 - 14 min

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Carondelet Palace
1801 palace housing government offices & presidential quarters, with areas open to the public.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Cafeteria Fabiolita
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
16th-century domed church with neoclassical architecture & 4 colorful, dramatic chapels.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Colmena
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
Day 2Discover Hidden Gems and Uncover Quito's Archaeological Past
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$34

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$ 1

Centro Martin Pescador - CCONDEM
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Parque Arqueológico Rumipamba
Stone walls, ceramics & the remains of tombs from ancient villages dating back to 1500 BC.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Vulqano Park
Amusement park with kiddie & family rides as well as a roller coaster, bumper cars & haunted house.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Casa Los Geranios
Estrecha y tortuosa calle aparentemente españolísima por su nombre y por el estilo característico de sus viejas casas, es de puro origen indígena donde el caminar de sus primeros habitantes, los cuales acudían a sus vertientes para proveer del líquido vital y que posteriormente, formó parte de la...
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
4 - 5 min

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Iglesia de Santo Domingo
Place of worship including a neo-Gothic altarpiece, with 16th & 17th-century paintings & sculptures.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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La Sonata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 3Celebrate Tradition and Soak in Breathtaking Views
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$43

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$ 1

Octava de Corpus
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
13 - 16 min

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Parque Itchimbía
Forested park with hiking trails & an ornate, 19th-century glasshouse full of rare trees & orchids.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Church of the Society of Jesus
Iconic baroque church, built from 1605–1765, known for its elaborately carved, gilded interior.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
16 - 23 min

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Yaku Water Museum
Contemporary museum with exhibits highlighting the scientific & social significance of water.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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La Colmena
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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El Patio Plaza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 4Savor Culinary Delights and Stargaze at Quito's Observatory
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$39

Pedro Y Pablo ceviches
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
5 - 8 min

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Parque El Ejido
Large, tree-filled park with paths, weekend art exhibitions & vendors selling food & crafts.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Parque La Alameda
City park with an astronomical observatory, a statue of Simón Bolívar & a lake with boat rentals.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Café Mosaico
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$9
9 - 14 min

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Astronomical Observatory of Quito
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
10 - 15 min

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Govinda Restaurante Vegetariano
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
Day 5Enjoy Nature's Beauty and Satisfy Your Taste Buds
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$28

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$ 2

Metro Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
15 - 18 min

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South Metropolitan Park
Extensive trails through sprawling parkland, with bike paths & viewpoints over surrounding hills.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
44 - 53 min

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Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua
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
10 - 12 min

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La Vecindad de Los Cuates
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
13 - 20 min

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AK-Sushi
Delivery Express
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6Immerse Yourself in Art, Wildlife, and Stunning Views
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$43

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$ 1

Marujita
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
22 - 33 min

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Zoológico de Quito
Zoo with a wildlife trail of native species including monkeys, tapirs & turtles, plus night safaris.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
49 - 59 min

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Capilla del Hombre
Museum honoring Latin Americans with extensive artworks by Oswaldo Guayasamín & artifacts.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Terraza De Guapulo
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
9 - 14 min

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Parque Guápulo
Sprawling green area with 2 lagoons, sports courts & a playground, plus palm & eucalyptus groves.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Ananke
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 7Embark on an Excursion to Cotopaxi National Park
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$35

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$ 1

Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
Expansive national park offering sweeping mountain views, a variety of trails, campsites & lodges.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
69 - 83 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$14
11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 8Unwind in Parks, Museums, and Vegetarian Delights
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$36

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$7
7 - 9 min

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Metropolitano La Armenia Park
Large, wooded park with picnicking & camping areas, plus a dog run, sculptures & sports fields.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Contemporary Art Center of Quito
Museum in a former military hospital featuring contemporary art exhibits & cultural programs.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Govinda Restaurante Vegetariano
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
5 - 8 min

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El Patio Plaza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 9Explore Gardens, Parks, and International Flavors
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$31

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
7 - 10 min

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Quito Botanical Gardens
Sprawling green space with Japanese gardens, a bonsai collection & a boating lagoon with fountains.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
6 - 9 min

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Parque La Carolina
Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Shawarma Riadh
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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Jurgen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 10Witness Natural Wonders and Indulge in Local Cuisine
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$32

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$ 1

El Crater
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
Ecological reserve spanning across the mountainous landscape surrounding the Pululahua volcano.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Intiñan Site Museum
Museum showcasing exhibits from places on the equator, plus equator-related science experiments.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
33 - 40 min

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Conchitas Y Cazuelas
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Parque Bicentenario
Expanse of tree-lined walkways, sports facilities & ornamental gardens across a disused airport.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Parrilladas Uruguay
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9

Budget breakdown: $362 In total

Activities & Food:$356
Transport:$6