La Floresta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit La Floresta
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Straddle the earth’s equator and then take a trip to the site’s planetarium and museum.
Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
La Mariscal Craft Market
From Panama hats and wood carvings to musical instruments and hand-knitted items, this vibrant market offers a wide range of Ecuadorian souvenirs and crafts.
Foch Square
Join Quito’s pulsating nightlife, attend free concerts and shop at an artisanal craft fair at this square in the heart of Quito’s Mariscal district.
TelefériQo Base Station
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.
Independence Square
The site where the Old Town first sprung up in Quito is home to an inspiring 16th-century cathedral and rows of majestic colonial structures.
Activities
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
From Quito: Cable Car, Intiñan Museum, & Colonial Town Tour
Our pick of the best La Floresta Hotel Deals
NH Collection Quito Royal
Cleaning of room.good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Wyndham Quito Airport
Prompt quick shuttle to airport. Efficient front desk, staff interesting array of foods for breakfast.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
The staff is very friendly and hopefully. The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing! Great variety and very tasty food. They even have a detox fruit juice bar. It is located close to the airport and has free shuttles. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
ibis Quito
Outstanding service
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Staff was very welcoming and had the best experience. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
JW Marriott Quito
Healthy breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Floresta
La Mariscal
La Mariscal is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while in the area.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum.
Guapulo
Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sanctuary of El Guápulo and Statue of Francisco de Orellana.
Gonzalez Suarez
While Gonzalez Suarez isn't home to many top sights, El Jardin Mall and Foch Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.
