# Tourist Attractions in Quito ![Quito](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/places/region-64-ae8426c5fa.webp) [Home](https://super.tours/)›[South America](https://super.tours/south-america)›[Ecuador](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador)›Quito # Tourist Attractions in Quito Discover the best tourist attractions in Quito — handpicked, rated by real travellers and mapped for your next trip. **1**Cities & towns **21**Attractions ## About Quito Nestled high in the Andean foothills, Quito captivates with its dramatic altitude, colonial heart, and superb gateway to Ecuador’s diverse landscapes. The historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, unfolds in a maze of gilded churches, whitewashed courtyards, and the magnificence of La Compañía and La Catedral. Nearby, the Equator line at Mitad del Mundo offers a playful, photo-worthy moment and fascinating science exhibits. Culture thrives in lively markets, traditional paellas, and vibrant festivals, while the city’s surrounding valleys boast volcanic vistas, rainforests, and the Andean landscape that inspires adventurous day trips. Quito is a dynamic mix of history, culture, and natural beauty at altitude. Quick facts * Country Ecuador * Cities 1 * Population 2,671,691 * Attractions 21 * Average rating 4.7 / 5 * Total reviews 215,126 * Top category Museum * Top city Quito ## Cities & towns in Quito Choose a destination to see its attractions. [ ![Quito travel guide](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/places/locality-135-a9e2b04707.webp) Quito **21**Attractions **215.1k**Votes ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito) ## Most popular attractions in Quito The highest-rated places across this area right now. [ ![Basílica del Voto Nacional in Quito — Religious site](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/basilica-del-voto-nacional.webp) 1 Religious site Basílica del Voto Nacional 4.8 ★★★★★ (17,242) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-basilica-del-voto-nacional) [ ![Middle of the World in Quito — Monument](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/middle-of-the-world.webp) 2 Monument Middle of the World 4.7 ★★★★★ (34,262) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-middle-of-the-world) [ ![Virgin of the Panecillo in Quito](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/virgin-of-the-panecillo.webp) 3 Virgin of the Panecillo 4.7 ★★★★★ (19,604) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-virgin-of-the-panecillo) [ ![Independence Square in Quito — Historic site](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/independence-square.webp) 4 Historic site Independence Square 4.6 ★★★★★ (20,539) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-independence-square) [ ![Basilica and Convent of San Francisco in Quito — Religious site](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/basilica-and-convent-of-san-francisco.webp) 5 Religious site Basilica and Convent of San Francisco 4.8 ★★★★★ (5,649) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-basilica-and-convent-of-san-francisco) [ ![Quito Botanical Gardens in Quito — Garden](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/quito-botanical-gardens.webp) 6 Garden Quito Botanical Gardens 4.7 ★★★★★ (8,822) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-quito-botanical-gardens) [ ![Parque La Carolina in Quito — Park](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/parque-la-carolina.webp) 7 Park Parque La Carolina 4.5 ★★★★★ (49,524) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-parque-la-carolina) [ ![TelefériQo Cable Car in Quito](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/teleferiqo-cable-car.webp) 8 TelefériQo Cable Car 4.6 ★★★★★ (9,779) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-teleferiqo-cable-car) [ ![The Secret Garden Hostel Quito in Quito — Lodging](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/the-secret-garden-hostel-quito.webp) 9 Lodging The Secret Garden Hostel Quito 4.7 ★★★★★ (6,007) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-the-secret-garden-hostel-quito) [ ![Parque Itchimbía in Quito — Park](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/parque-itchimbia.webp) 10 Park Parque Itchimbía 4.6 ★★★★★ (9,252) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-parque-itchimbia) [ ![Church of the Society of Jesus in Quito — Religious site](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/church-of-the-society-of-jesus.webp) 11 Religious site Church of the Society of Jesus 4.8 ★★★★★ (3,934) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-church-of-the-society-of-jesus) [ ![Intiñan Equator Museum in Quito — Museum](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/intinan-equator-museum.webp) 12 Museum Intiñan Equator Museum 4.7 ★★★★★ (4,132) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-intinan-equator-museum) [ ![Historic Center of Quito in Quito — Historic site](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/historic-center-of-quito.webp) 13 Historic site Historic Center of Quito 4.8 ★★★★★ (3,050) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-historic-center-of-quito) [ ![El Mirador De Guapulo in Quito — Viewpoint](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/el-mirador-de-guapulo.webp) 14 Viewpoint El Mirador De Guapulo 4.6 ★★★★★ (5,579) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-el-mirador-de-guapulo) [ ![Museum of the City in Quito — Museum](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/museum-of-the-city.webp) 15 Museum Museum of the City 4.7 ★★★★★ (2,608) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-museum-of-the-city) [ ![Calle La Ronda in Quito](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/ecuador/quito/calle-la-ronda.webp) 16 Calle La Ronda 4.5 ★★★★★ (4,514) Quito ](https://super.tours/south-america/ecuador/quito/quito#a-calle-la-ronda) Show more Last updated 2026-06-18 Reviewed by the Super Tours editorial team Facts verified from public sources See something wrong? [Suggest an edit](https://super.tours/submit-attraction) ## Frequently asked questions about Quito How many tourist attractions are there in Quito? Quito features 21 tourist attractions on Super Tours, each listed with traveller ratings, photos, opening hours and directions to help you plan. What are the top tourist attractions in Quito? The most popular attractions in Quito right now are Basílica del Voto Nacional, Middle of the World, Virgin of the Panecillo — ranked by real traveller ratings and review counts. Where should I go in Quito? Popular destinations in Quito include Quito. Each one has its own guide with the best things to see and do. Is Quito worth visiting? Yes — Quito offers 21 hand-checked tourist attractions for every kind of traveller. Browse the full list above to plan your trip.