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9 Days in Quito: A Journey Through History and Culture

Monika Ruiz

Monika Ruiz

2 Oct 2023

Embark on a 9-day adventure in Quito, Ecuador, exploring its rich history and vibrant culture. Visit iconic landmarks like Parque Itchimbía and the National Museum of Ecuador, immerse yourself in local art at the Museo de Arte Colonial, and experience the bustling La Mariscal Artisan Market. Discover the Middle of the World City and marvel at the Pichincha Volcano. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Quito

Day 1
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$0

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$ 1

Parque Itchimbía
Forested park with hiking trails & an ornate, 19th-century glasshouse full of rare trees & orchids.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Florida Museum Site
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$4

Museum Of Maria Augusta Urrutia
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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Ecuador Hop
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$4

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$ 1

House of Ecuadorian Culture
Part of Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, auditorium hosting diverse concerts & artistic performances.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Museo de Arte Colonial
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$4
Day 4
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$5

National Museum of Ecuador
Art & cultural artifacts tracing national history, including pre-Columbian gold & ancient ceramics.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
Day 5
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$0

La Mariscal Artisan Market
Lively covered market with vendors selling Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other traditional crafts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 6
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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 7
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$4

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$ 1

Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Cristobal Ortega Maila
Exhibits on Andean indigenous culture in an imposing stone building designed by artist Ortega Maila.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$4
45 - 54 min

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Parque La Carolina
Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

Centro Cultural Metropolitano
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
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$0

Pichincha Volcano
Active stratovolcano with hiking & climbing, plus the panoramic TelefériQo gondola at its foothills.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$25
Transport:$2