Pelagallo Travel Guide
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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
Explore the great outdoors at Parque La Carolina, a lovely green space in Quito. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
See acclaimed spiritual works of art and a blend of architectural designs as you learn about the intriguing past of one of the continent’s oldest churches.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
PRIVATE Tour, City tour Quito with Cable Car and Middle of the World
Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances
Quilotoa Lagoon: Full-Day Tour from Quito
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
Baños Tour, Private and Shared with Access to Attractions
Quito: Mitad del Mundo, Monumento, Museodel Sol, and Cráter
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Other neighbourhoods around Pelagallo
Carcelén
While Carcelén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado and Rumicucho Ruins.
Kennedy
While there might not be top attractions in Kennedy, you can explore the larger area and discover places like RioCentro Shopping and Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado.
Jipijapa
Though Jipijapa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like RioCentro Shopping and Atahualpa Olympic Stadium.
Rumipamba
If you're spending some time in Rumipamba, Casa De la Musica and Naciones Unidas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
Financial District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.
La Carolina
Visitors often come to La Carolina for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parque La Carolina and El Jardin Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.