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8-Day Adventure in Quito: Exploring the Best of Ecuador

Sebastian Bernal Franco

Sebastian Bernal Franco

1 Oct 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Quito, Ecuador's vibrant capital city. Discover stunning architecture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this South American gem.

Trip to Quito

Day 1
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$26

Las Quesadillas de San Juan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
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 - 9 min

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Govinda Restaurante Vegetariano
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
4 - 6 min

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En Dulce
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 2
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$18

Sweet & Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
2 - 3 min

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La Mariscal Artisan Market
Lively covered market with vendors selling Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other traditional crafts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Suvlaki
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Spicy Bistro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 3
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$16

Cassave
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
4 - 6 min

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Parque La Carolina
Biking, soccer & basketball are popular in this vast park featuring a pond with paddle boats.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Big Joe Burger Factory
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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Shawarma Riadh
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 4
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$18

Café Colón
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
6 - 9 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
7 - 10 min

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House of Ecuadorian Culture
Part of Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, auditorium hosting diverse concerts & artistic performances.
10:30 AM - 12:00 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
4 - 5 min

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Los Arrieros
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 5
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$20

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$ 3

La Gran Salchicha de Pepe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
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
10 - 12 min

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La Vecindad de Los Cuates
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
5 - 6 min

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Cyrano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6
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$20

King Chicken
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
13 - 20 min

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Parque Bicentenario
Expanse of tree-lined walkways, sports facilities & ornamental gardens across a disused airport.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Pizzería El Hornero
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
24 - 36 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 7
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$16

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$ 2

Cafeteria Modelo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
10 - 12 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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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
1 - 2 min

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Cafeteria Fabiolita
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Café Plaza Grande
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 8
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$0

Budget breakdown: $137 In total

Activities & Food:$134
Transport:$4