Tourist Attractions in Quito

Quito sits high in the Ecuadorian Andes, a city where a remarkably preserved colonial center sits beside a modern capital. Visitors wander its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Historic Center, with gilded altars in La Compañía, baroque façades, plazas, and winding cobblestone streets. Above the city, the Panecillo offers panoramic views and the emblematic Virgin of Quito. Just outside, the Andean countryside unfolds toward the Mitad del Mundo and the Equator line, Cotopaxi's snowfield, and vibrant markets in Otavalo-style crafts villages nearby. In Quito you’ll savor hearty hornado, fresh street foods, and a lively arts scene, from museums to hillside teleférico rides.