Quito Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Merced Church which includes a church or cathedral and a square or plaza
Quito Cathedral showing night scenes and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Quito showing heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Basilica of the National Vow showing a city
Basilica of the National Vow featuring a city

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Quito Historic Center Hotel Deals

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil, Centro Histórico, Quito
The price is AU$110 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$110
26 June - 27 June
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
"The Good - location, location, location, In the heart of central Quito with a nice grocery store two doors up the street and a decent one across the street, and plenty of good restaurants close by, Room was spacious, had a mini-fridge, an outside patio area, and a central courtyard with seats, tables, ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Hotel Patio Andaluz
Hotel Patio Andaluz
4 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N6-52, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (419 reviews)
"Great location, nice patio style colonial building."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Hotel Patio Andaluz
Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Hotel Plaza del Teatro
3 out of 5
Guayaquil, N8-75 y Esmeraldas, Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Museo Casa de Sucre ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (85 reviews)
"Great service in a cute place! The top floor had an amazing terrace with great views. The location was good to be in a central area of old historic Quito , but I didn't like the vibe after dark. I would definitely stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2025

Hotel Plaza del Teatro
Casa Gangotena
Casa Gangotena
4.5 out of 5
Calle Bolívar OE 6-41 & Cuenca, Quito, Pichincha
The price is AU$688 per night from 13 June to 14 June
AU$688
13 June - 14 June
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Plaza de San Francisco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"Location, service and the rooms."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Casa Gangotena
Hotel Casa Alquimia
Hotel Casa Alquimia
3 out of 5
Rocafuerte Oe3-13 y Guayaquil, Quito
The price is AU$78 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$78
4 July - 5 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"Wonderful stay in a quaint hotel! Perfect location ❤️"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Hotel Casa Alquimia
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
4 out of 5
Cotopaxi N 9- 17 y Esmeraldas, Quito
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
"cute little hotel perched on a steep hill with great views of the city. Very steep sidewalks and street. Very friendly staff and a nice breakfast. My only negative insight is the the young hotel staff who arrange tours don't have any firsthand knowledge of the tour guides or locations."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Vista del Angel Hotel Boutique
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Quito Historic Center

Independence Square which includes street scenes and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

The Street of the Seven Crosses

Shopping, churches and restaurants are some highlights of The Street of the Seven Crosses. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring.

The Street of the Seven Crosses
Quito which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and interior views

Centro Histórico

While you're in Centro Histórico, take in top sights like Calle La Ronda and jump on the metro at San Francisco Station to see more of the city.

Centro Histórico
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La Tola

While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and Quijos River.

La Tola
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San Roque

If you're spending some time in San Roque, Plaza de San Francisco and Calle La Ronda are top sights worth seeing.

San Roque
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San Juan

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Palacio de Gobierno or Centro de Arte Contemporaneo.

San Juan
Foch Square showing dining out, street scenes and modern architecture

La Mariscal

4/5(1 area review)

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.

La Mariscal

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