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Ranked #1 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Beautiful architecture” 17/06/2013
- “No pictures” 07/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making...
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This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making it one of the most ornate structures in Ecuador.
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Ranked #2 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Do not miss this gem of a museum” 06/06/2013
- “Excellent Collection” 24/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #3 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Must-do in Quito if you like art” 28/05/2013
- “fantastic chapel to humanity” 22/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #4 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Amazing view” 16/06/2013
- “Another fascinating church in Quito” 15/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Considered the largest church in Quito, this impressive building features fine bronze doors, colorful stained glass windows...
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Considered the largest church in Quito, this impressive building features fine bronze doors, colorful stained glass windows and a tower with sweeping views of the city.
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Ranked #5 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Can't miss it.” 17/06/2013
- “Daughter and I felt very safe and were...” 17/06/2013
Category: Historic Walking Areas
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This historic district was the first city named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is noted for its narrow streets, Spanish...
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This historic district was the first city named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is noted for its narrow streets, Spanish colonial architecture and historic attractions.
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Ranked #6 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Quito was declared by United Nations p...” 14/06/2013
- “amazing!” 08/06/2013
Category: Tours
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First, we’ll go to the "Inti-Nan" In-Situ Museum (at about 2400 meters above sea level, about 7800 feet), where you can see...
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First, we’ll go to the "Inti-Nan" In-Situ Museum (at about 2400 meters above sea level, about 7800 feet), where you can see replicas of the Ecuadorian Highlands and Amazon and, of course, to learn about the Quitu-Cara culture, their comprehension, long before the Geodesic Mission, on the stars, and, therefore, the empowerment of the term "Center of the World"; this visit takes about 45 minutes (entrance not included). After this, we’ll head to the Old-Town; our first stop is the Basilica, an impressive Gothic style temple, where we’ll also appreciate the 2 other viewpoints of the downtown; from here, our tour will continue on foot. We’ll make an easy down-hill walk through Garcia Moreno Street (a.k.a. the Seven crosses street), up to the Plaza Grande and the surrounding buildings (the Presidential and Archbishop's Palaces, the City-hall and the Cathedral) Then, we’ll continue to visit the Jesuits’ church ("La Campania de Jesus"), a beautiful temple built early in the 17th century (entrance not included)
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Ranked #7 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Absolutely see this church!” 17/06/2013
- “Iglesia de San Fransisco - Beautifully...” 15/06/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
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Established in 1536 by Franciscan monks, this magnificent architectural masterpiece features a museum in its convent with art...
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Established in 1536 by Franciscan monks, this magnificent architectural masterpiece features a museum in its convent with art from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
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Ranked #8 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Hokey” 10/06/2013
- “Spectacular” 07/06/2013
Category: Science Museums; History Museums
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Located close to the Equator Monument, this onsite museum features interactive exhibits on how the Incas determined the...
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Located close to the Equator Monument, this onsite museum features interactive exhibits on how the Incas determined the middle of the earth, plus interesting science experiments such as balancing an egg on a nail and the affects of the Coriolis force on earth.
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Ranked #9 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “From NV Winemaker to Ecuadorian Caffet...” 14/05/2013
- “Cannot miss this if you are coming to...” 21/03/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveler Description: Spectacled Bear season 2012 lasted untill the third week of December. Looking forward to 2013 season... towards the end of the year! Spectacled bear watching... more »
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Ranked #10 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Was here for Ecuador's Independance Da...” 15/06/2013
- “Nothing special” 07/06/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Located in the heart of the Old City, this busy plaza honors those heroes who started the movement toward independence from...
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Located in the heart of the Old City, this busy plaza honors those heroes who started the movement toward independence from Spain.
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Ranked #11 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Must see” 17/06/2013
- “A museum unlike you have seen anywhere” 01/06/2013
Category: Art Museums
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This museum features exhibits related to the Ecuadorian contemporary artist Oswaldo Guayasamín including posters, signed...
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This museum features exhibits related to the Ecuadorian contemporary artist Oswaldo Guayasamín including posters, signed prints and colonial religious art.
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Ranked #12 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Quito's main museum (and it's free)” 06/06/2013
- “OMG! The BEST experience” 30/05/2013
Category: History Museums; Art Museums
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This unique museum combines the science of archaeology, cultural diversity and high technology through innovate slide shows...
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This unique museum combines the science of archaeology, cultural diversity and high technology through innovate slide shows and permanent exhibits including gold artifacts, colonial paintings and sculptures.
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Ranked #13 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Very tranquil and relaxing” 17/06/2013
- “Nice place to sit and watch the world...” 15/06/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Once serving as a lively commercial center during pre-Columbian times, this large cobbled square is dominated by the enormous...
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Once serving as a lively commercial center during pre-Columbian times, this large cobbled square is dominated by the enormous Iglesia de San Francisco and the monastery of the same name.
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Ranked #14 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Good food” 07/06/2013
- “Quaint, but that's about it” 06/06/2013
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #15 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Llamas and a Dog Park” 23/04/2013
- “Fun way to get out of the city while b...” 09/04/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #16 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Nice place” 10/06/2013
- “A truly remarkable experience my famil...” 10/04/2013
Category: Horseback Riding Stables
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Built in 1911, historic Hacienda and 135-hectare Alegria Farm are in the verdant heart of the Avenida de los Volcanoes. These...
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Built in 1911, historic Hacienda and 135-hectare Alegria Farm are in the verdant heart of the Avenida de los Volcanoes. These beautiful pasturelands are home to more than 200 cows and calves, 48 horses and foals, dozens of llamas and alpacas, and more. It’s the perfect place to learn about hacienda life, which includes milking cows, riding horses, animal care, and taking carriage and hay rides. Visit us for a few hours or a day.
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Ranked #17 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Beautiful” 23/02/2013
- “GREAT CONCERT” 10/11/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #18 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Great Experience” 16/06/2013
- “Galápagos Islands Tour” 04/06/2013
Category: National Parks
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Ranked #19 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Thank you Trip Advisor reviewers” 12/08/2012
- “its an ok place for someone like me wh...” 26/05/2012
Category: Speciality Museums
This museum contains her history, paintings, stamps and personal effects of Manuela Saenz.
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Ranked #20 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Long ride, short hike, but still beaut...” 10/05/2013
- “Incredible vista” 05/05/2013
Category: Waterfalls
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Ranked #21 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “A close encounter with Mother Nature” 30/04/2013
- “Botanical reserve near Quito” 03/12/2012
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Forests
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Located on the slopes of an extinct volcano, this 1,000-acre park features a vast range of trees, orchids, bromelias, ferns...
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Located on the slopes of an extinct volcano, this 1,000-acre park features a vast range of trees, orchids, bromelias, ferns and more than one hundred species of birds.
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Ranked #22 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Tren del Ecuador to parque Cotopaxi...” 09/06/2013
- “Poor organization !” 23/05/2013
Category: Scenic Railroads
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Tren Ecuador, offers a wealth of tourist use train. He is projected as the largest train Latin America. Offering a first...
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Tren Ecuador, offers a wealth of tourist use train. He is projected as the largest train Latin America. Offering a first class service, which not only contributes to the development of local economies but is a significant economic contribution to the country under a tourist equity approach that affects the valuation and recognition historical heritage, which then places between tourist trains in the world.
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Ranked #23 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Casa del ALABADO” 06/04/2013
- “One of the best of the best” 17/11/2012
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #24 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Nice place” 10/06/2013
- “old aristocratic family house in quito” 22/05/2013
Category: History Museums
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This impressive museum houses paintings by Victor Mideros and fine displays of French porcelain, silver dinnerware and...
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This impressive museum houses paintings by Victor Mideros and fine displays of French porcelain, silver dinnerware and colonial art.
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Ranked #25 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “interesting to be allowed to visit the...” 22/05/2013
- “Part of Quito's History” 29/04/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #26 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Very good exposition” 27/05/2013
- “interesting, well-displayed” 12/05/2013
Category: History Museums; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #27 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Lovely but strange ticketing” 19/02/2012
- “The Stage” 08/02/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #28 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “One of the best views of the city of Q...” 15/06/2013
- “It's a Virgin NOT an angel!!!” 20/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Resembling a type of small bread (panecillo), this hill makes an excellent observation point over Quito and features La...
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Resembling a type of small bread (panecillo), this hill makes an excellent observation point over Quito and features La Virgen del Panecillo, a majestic sculpture that can be seen from any location in the city.
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Ranked #29 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Great for families” 03/06/2013
- “botanical gardens!” 12/05/2013
Category: Parks
Largest park in the Quito
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Ranked #30 of 87 attractions in Quito
- “Quito day tour - private guide” 28/05/2013
- “EXCELLENT service & tours” 29/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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We specialise in custom made tours on mainland Ecuador and to the Galapagos Islands. We also offer numerous, ready made tours...
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We specialise in custom made tours on mainland Ecuador and to the Galapagos Islands. We also offer numerous, ready made tours from day tours to areas in and around Quito, Cuenca and Guayaquil, to multiple day trips taking in an array of areas in this megadiverse country.
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