El Transito
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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.
Parque La Carolina
Explore the great outdoors at Parque La Carolina, a lovely green space in Quito. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
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
PRIVATE Tour, City tour Quito with Cable Car and Middle of the World
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances
Quilotoa Lagoon: Full-Day Tour from Quito
Quito: Mitad del Mundo, Monumento, Museodel Sol, and Cráter
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around El Transito
Centro Histórico
While visiting Centro Histórico, you might make a stop by sights like Calle La Ronda and Santo Domingo Church.
Quito Historic Center
Churches, museums, and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Quito Historic Center. Make a stop by Independence Square or Catedral Metropolitana de Quito while you're exploring the neighborhood.
San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.
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 Trude Sojka Cultural House and Weilbauer Museum.
La Colon
If you're spending some time in La Colon, Mindalae Museum and Uio Microtheater are top sights worth seeing.