What's Quito Historic Center like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Quito Historic Center, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and rich culture. Take in some culture at El Centro Cultural Metropolitano and Bolivar Theatre. There's plenty more to see, including Independence Square and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito.
How to get to Quito Historic Center
Flying to:
- Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.), 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Quito Historic Center
Things to see and do in and around Quito Historic Center
What to see in Quito Historic Center
- Independence Square
- Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
- Church of the Society of Jesus
- Plaza de San Francisco
- St. Francis Catholic Church
Things to do in Quito Historic Center
- El Centro Cultural Metropolitano
- Bolivar Theatre
- City Museum
- Nayon Xtreme Valley
- Alberto Mena Caamano Museum
Other popular Quito Historic Center attractions
- Santo Domingo Church
- Calle La Ronda
- Basilica of the National Vow
- El Panecillo
- La Merced Church
When is the best time to visit Quito?
- Hottest months: August, September, July, October (average 12°C)
- Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 12°C)
- Rainiest months: April, March, November, December (average 368 mm of rainfall)