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City Tour PRIVATE Quito, Centre H, Cable Car, Half the World
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Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds, Nature
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360° Day Tour Jungle Tour Expedition Amazonia Ecuador
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Otavalo Cultural Tour, Cotacachi, Lagunas de Cuicocha and San Pablo
What to do in Tumbaco
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
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.
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.
TelefériQo Base Station
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.
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.
Basilica of the National Vow
Visit this magnificent neo-Gothic landmark to admire its fine architecture and Ecuador-themed gargoyles, and the panoramic views from its immense towers.
El Panecillo
Admire an iconic statue and see panoramic views of Quito and its surrounding volcanoes from this green hilltop in the heart of the city’s Old Town.
Areas of Tumbaco
Hacienda Santa Rosa
While there might not be top attractions in Hacienda Santa Rosa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Scala Shopping Mall and Paseo San Francisco.
