La Colon Travel 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
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.
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
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.
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.
Activities
PRIVATE Tour, City tour Quito with Cable Car and Middle of the World
Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings
Quito: Mitad del Mundo, Monumento, Museodel Sol, and Cráter
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Quito: 2-Day Tour to Baños with Cotopaxi & Quilotoa
Relax in the Amazon for 3 Full Days All inclusive From Quito
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Other neighbourhoods around La Colon
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Centro Comercial Multicentro.
La Paz
Though La Paz may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foch Square and El Jardin Mall.
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.
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.
La Floresta
La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trude Sojka Cultural House and Weilbauer Museum.
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.