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Quito Adventure: 6 Days of Exploring Ecuador's Capital

Yohan Andrés Calderón Rodriguez

27 Sep 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through Quito, Ecuador's vibrant capital. Discover the wonders of Parque Bicentenario, Middle of the World City, Parque El Ejido, House of Ecuadorian Culture, Parque La Carolina, Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua, Virgin of the Panecillo, Basílica del Voto Nacional, and Independence Square. Experience the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and architectural marvels of Quito.

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Viator

Day 1

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$0

Parque Bicentenario

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 2

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$9

Middle of the World City

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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$9

Day 3

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$0

Parque El Ejido

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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House of Ecuadorian Culture

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 4

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$0

Parque La Carolina

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

Day 5

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$0

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$ 1

Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Virgin of the Panecillo

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6

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$4

Basílica del Voto Nacional

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Independence Square

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

Budget breakdown: $13 In total

Activities & Food:$13

Transport:$1