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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

Spanish and Kichwa

Local currency

USD (USD)

Local time

20:43 (GMT-5)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Historic Center

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

10% for service

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Locro de papa Fanesca Empanadas de viento Ceviche Ecuatoriano

When to visit Quito

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: July, August Busiest: Jun-Sep

Jan

70

Wet, afternoon showers
Feb

70

Wet, afternoon showers
Mar

65

Wettest month
Apr

65

Wet, afternoon showers
May

70

Transition to dry
Jun

85

Dry, sunny days
Jul

90

Driest, sunniest
Aug

90

Driest, sunniest
Sept

85

Dry, sunny days
Oct

75

Transition to wet
Nov

70

Wet, afternoon showers
Dec

70

Wet, afternoon showers

70

Jan Wet, afternoon showers

70

Feb Wet, afternoon showers

65

Mar Wettest month

65

Apr Wet, afternoon showers

70

May Transition to dry

85

Jun Dry, sunny days

90

Jul Driest, sunniest

90

Aug Driest, sunniest

85

Sept Dry, sunny days

75

Oct Transition to wet

70

Nov Wet, afternoon showers

70

Dec Wet, afternoon showers

Things to do in Quito

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

3 places

Climb the Basilica del Voto Nacional

Historic Center 1.5 hrs

Ascend the neo-Gothic basilica for breathtaking panoramic views of Quito.

Indoors Good for children

Stand on the Equator at Mitad del Mundo

North of Quito 3 hrs

Visit the monument marking the equator line and explore the ethnographic museum.

Outdoors Good for children

Ride the TeleferiQo for Andean Views

Western Quito 2.5 hrs

Take a cable car up Pichincha volcano for stunning cityscapes and hiking opportunities.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Admire Views from El Panecillo

Historic Center South 1.5 hrs

See the iconic Winged Virgin of Quito statue and enjoy panoramic city views from this hill.

Outdoors Good for children

Delve into History at Museo de la Ciudad

Historic Center 2 hrs

Explore Quito's rich past from pre-Incan times to the present in a former hospital.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Experience Evening Charm at La Ronda

Historic Center 2 hrs

Stroll this historic street, enjoy traditional music, crafts, and local food in the evening.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Wander Quito's UNESCO Historic Center

Historic Center 4 hrs

Discover colonial plazas, ornate churches like La Compañía, and vibrant street life.

Outdoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Quito — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the vibrant history, stunning views, and unique culture of Ecuador's capital.

This itinerary is designed for first-time visitors to Quito, offering a comprehensive tour of its UNESCO-listed historic center, breathtaking viewpoints, and the iconic Equator Line. Experience colonial grandeur, indigenous art, and the city's lively atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a rich cultural immersion in a short timeframe.

3 Days 14 Stops

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