Puengasi
Quito
Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at this monument to the site where the equator is marked, then spend time in the accompanying planetarium and museum.
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.
Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? 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.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
Independence Square
Rows of stately colonial buildings and a 16th-century cathedral surround this historic civic square on the site where Quito’s Old Town made its humble beginnings.
Things to do
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Top hotels in Puengasi
Wyndham Quito Airport
Habitación agradable, camas confortables. Excelente atención del personal. Buen desayuno. Llegamos siempre con gusto en el hotel, y eso desde años.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Great breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
JW Marriott Quito
Super clean room, excellent staff, lots of little extras like coconut ice cream cones in the lobby one afternoon.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
I had a nice suite, but it was noisy. The floors in the rooms are vinyl wood instead of carpet, so you hear all the steps the people above you take
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Swissotel Quito
Clean and spacious rooms, excellent amenities, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Puengasi
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.
Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or House of Ecuadorian Culture, and hop on the metro to see more the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
El Belén
If you're spending time in El Belén, check out sights like National Assembly of Ecuador or House of Ecuadorian Culture and hop on the metro to see more the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
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.
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.
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.
