San Juan
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.
Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve, a lovely green space in Quito. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Things to do
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Mindo Cloudforest and Birdwatching from Quito BY ECUADORTREASURE
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Top hotels in San Juan
Wyndham Quito Airport
Wonderful experience here. This hotel is inviting comfortable and beautiful. The staff is great and the food is fantastic.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Rude front desk staff on arrival. Put me into a mobility room when I had booked a higher level room. When asked to change it was a long discussion but in the end I was given the room I paid for. Check out is 11am. Wouldn’t consider a later check out. When I took a shower at 8:30am there was no hot ...
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
Great spacious room, handy airport shuttle and good range of options at the hotel restaurant.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
Everything was great personal very warming
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Hilton Colon Quito
The dinner served was terrible. No tea or coffee in the room. The refuses not plugged in. The bathroom needs an renovation
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Hotel Dann Carlton Quito
I got a suite and it was clean but very dated. Breakfast was outstanding.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Juan
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.
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.
La Tola
While visiting La Tola, you might make a stop by sights like Nayon Xtreme Valley and San Blas Square.
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.
La Paz
Though La Paz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foch Square and El Jardin Mall.
