Centro Histórico

Quito

A historic street with ornate buildings, flags, and a prominent church with a bell tower.
A domed building with a cross on top, surrounded by other buildings and a hilly cityscape in the background.
A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a dome structure.
A narrow street with colorful kites and flags, historic buildings, and a hilly background.
A public square with palm trees, a central monument, and surrounding buildings.

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A grand entrance with a large archway, steps leading up to it, and statues on either side.

Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

9.4/10 (1,122 reviews)
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
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Things to do

Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus

Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus

P936
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Otavalo Shopping

Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour

P4,626
per adult
Full-Day Otavalo and Cotacachi Market Tour
Mindo Waterfalls

Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE

P4,064
per adult
Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE
Quilotoa Lagoon

Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE

P3,868
per adult
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at La Ronda Street

Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town

P936
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Craft Market

Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Artisan Market

P4,056
per adult
Quito: Middle of the World, Intiñan Museum, Cable Car, Artisan Market
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Top hotels in Centro Histórico

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique

3 out of 5
0e3-33 Mejía Quito Pichincha
The price is P3,184 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
P3,184
P3,498 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and San Agustin Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Staff was lovely"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Rossa Mia Hotel Boutique
Hotel San Francisco de Quito

Hotel San Francisco de Quito

3 out of 5
Sucre Oe 3-17 y Guayaquil Quito
The price is P4,651 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P4,651
P4,745 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Book a stay at this 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. ...
Hotel San Francisco de Quito
Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums

3 out of 5
Calle Junin OE1 - 61 y Quito
The price is P7,209 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
P7,209
P7,209 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
"The loveliest one night stay at Friends Hotel. Checked me in as soon as I arrived even though it was many hours before check in time (greatly appreciated as I was so tired!) Clean, comfy room with a balcony giving views up the mountain. Delicious breakfast with great views from the rooftop. Couldn't ..."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Friends Hotel & Rooftop - Historic Center & Museums
Hotel Plaza Grande

Hotel Plaza Grande

5 out of 5
Garcia Moreno N5-16 Y Chile Quito Pichincha
The price is P10,189 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P10,189
P11,380 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
"Location amazing. had a lovely room overlooking the square"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Hotel Plaza Grande
La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
La Ronda Quito
Fully refundable
The price is P7,313 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
P7,313
P8,139 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
"Staff were brilliant, really helpful"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

La Casona de la Ronda Boutique Hotel
Casa Gangotena

Casa Gangotena

4.5 out of 5
Calle Bolívar OE 6-41 & Cuenca Quito Pichincha
The price is P28,558 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
P28,558
P31,574 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Quicentro Sur Mall and Plaza de San Francisco ...
Casa Gangotena
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Where to stay in Centro Histórico

Find the best Centro Histórico areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A grand cathedral with two bell towers, a large arched entrance, and a crowd of people at the base.

Quito Historic Center

Churches, museums, and shopping are just a few things travelers like about Quito Historic Center. Sights like Carondelet Palace and Independence Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Quito area at San Francisco Station.

A cityscape with a large park in the center, surrounded by buildings and roads.

La Carolina

Consider a visit to Botanical Garden of Quito and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in La Carolina. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station.

An aerial view of a large oval-shaped park with a running track, a red sports field, and a river running through the middle.

Batán Grande

While you're in Batán Grande, take in top sights like Botanical Garden of Quito and jump on the metro at Carolina Station to see more of the city.

A mural on a building with the text 'Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal' and a date 'Desde 1999'.

La Mariscal

La Mariscal is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while you're in town.

La Floresta

La Floresta is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abya Yala Museum and Trude Sojka Cultural House.

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