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Quito: A Journey Through Culture and Adventure

Èric Matilló

Èric Matilló

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure in Quito, Ecuador. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in authentic cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Quito

Day 1Cable Cars, Parks, and Delicious Pizza
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$38

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$ 3

Juan Valdez hospital metropolitano
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
8 - 10 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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$20
19 - 23 min

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Parque La Carolina
Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Pizzería El Hornero
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
5 - 8 min

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Parque Bicentenario
Expanse of tree-lined walkways, sports facilities & ornamental gardens across a disused airport.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
20 - 29 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 2From Salchichas to the Middle of the World
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$48

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$ 3

La Gran Salchicha de Pepe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
15 - 18 min

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Parque Metropolitano Guangüiltagua
Elevated nature area with wooded trails & viewing decks overlooking the city, plus native alpacas.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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Zoológico de Quito
Zoo with a wildlife trail of native species including monkeys, tapirs & turtles, plus night safaris.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
48 - 58 min

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Subway
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$8
7 - 10 min

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Middle of the World City
Stone monument along the equator & a plaza where visitors can stand with a foot in each hemisphere.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$18
11 - 14 min

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El Crater
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 3Botanical Gardens, Artisan Markets, and Historic Squares
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$24

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$ 3

Freshii
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
9 - 14 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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$8
13 - 16 min

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La Mariscal Artisan Market
Lively covered market with vendors selling Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other traditional crafts.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Cafeteria Fabiolita
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$4
1 - 2 min

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Independence Square
Grand plaza & park in the heart of old Quito, lined with monumental government & church buildings.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Virgin of the Panecillo
Hilltop statue of a winged Virgin Mary made of aluminum, on a pedestal & standing 30 m. tall.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 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...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 4Quesadillas, Basilicas, and Sushi Delights
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$26

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$ 3

Las Quesadillas de San Juan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
8 - 11 min

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Basílica del Voto Nacional
Monumental 19th-century church featuring ornate neo-Gothic styling & city views from its towers.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
6 - 8 min

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Parque El Ejido
Large, tree-filled park with paths, weekend art exhibitions & vendors selling food & crafts.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Hamburguesas del Sese
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
8 - 12 min

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House of Ecuadorian Culture
Part of Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, auditorium hosting diverse concerts & artistic performances.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Metropolitano La Armenia Park
Large, wooded park with picnicking & camping areas, plus a dog run, sculptures & sports fields.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Shogun Sushi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $145 In total

Activities & Food:$135
Transport:$10