Carcelén Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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
Quito: Mitad del Mundo, Monumento, Museodel Sol, and Cráter
Relax in the Amazon for 3 Full Days All inclusive From Quito
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Quito: 2-Day Tour to Baños with Cotopaxi & Quilotoa
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Other neighbourhoods around Carcelén
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.
Rumipamba
If you're spending some time in Rumipamba, Vulqano Park and Casa De la Musica are top sights worth seeing.
Iñaquito
While you're in Iñaquito, take in top sights like Atahualpa Olympic Stadium and jump on the metro at Iñaquito Station to see more of the city.
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.
Bellavista
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. 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 El Jardin Mall and Iñaquito Shopping Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.