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Things to Do in Quito, Ecuador

I spent three weeks in Quito studying Spanish. I did a lot of sightseeing as I wanted to make the most of my time and see as much of Quito as possible. Here are a few things to do in Quito that I enjoyed a lot. If you’re considering visiting Quito, there’s plenty to do. There’s also some pretty cool day trips you can take from Quito as well.

Study Spanish at Yanapuma Spanish School

Taking Spanish classes was my main focus while in Quito. I studied at Yanapuma Spanish School in the historic district of Quito. Here you can take individual classes or small group classes. You can study for a week or months, depending on you preference. They also offer a cultural program that allows you to practice Spanish while visiting different places in the city with a teacher.

Things to do in Quito

Visit the Churches

There are so many beautiful churches to visit in Quito, especially in the Historic Center. My favorites were La Basilica and La Compania. The architecture and decor is beautiful in all three. When you visit La Basilica, you can climb the towers to get a great view of Quito. I was a little afraid at first, but happy I decided to go up. La Compania is beautifully decorated in gold. You will be amazed as soon as you enter the door.

 

Things to do in QuitoEl Teleferico

Take the 18 minute cable car ride up to get an amazing view of the city. There’s even a swing for you to ride while looking out over the city. Here you’ll want to get some pictures!

 

 

 

Things to do in Quito

El Panecillo

On this hill, you can get up close to the Virgin of Quito and have an amazing view over the city. While ascending to the top, you can read about the construction of the statue and learn about some of the famous churches in Quito.

 

 

Things to do in QuitoVisit the Museums

Ecuador has a very interesting history from the indigineous cultures to the influence of Spain. While I went to many museums, my top two were Museo Nacional del Ecuador (Casa de Cultura) and the Guayasamin Museum and Capilla del Hombre. The Museio Nacional has artwork, artifacts, and representations of the Ecuadorian culture. I visited this museum with my teacher, which was very helpful because she explained the history and importance of the items in the museum. The Guayasamin Museum and Capilla del Hombre showcases the home and artwork of the famour Ecuadorian painter Oswaldo Guayasamin. Here they have tour guides to tell you about the artist’s life, his paintings, and the message he conveyed through art.

Things to do in Quito

Mitad del Mundo

One of the most popular things to do in Quito is to visit the equator at Mitad del Mundo. Here you can put one foot in the Northern Hemisphere and one foot in the Southern Hemisphere. Another photo worthy trip! Near the main attraction, there’s also the Intinan Museum where you can see different experiments about the equator.

 

 

Things to do in QuitoWalk the Old Town

There’s many plazas, shops, and churches to visit in the Old Town. The President’s Palace is also in the location as well as the famous street La Ronda.

 

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Hi! My name is Tia and I am an educator and advocate for children. I love reading and I'm passionate about including multicultural literature in the classroom. I love to travel and learn about other cultures. I live under the theme of "extending beyond borders" as I encourage others, as well as myself, to live and learn without limits. It is my hope that you'll find resources for your classroom and inspiration for your personal growth. Read More About Extend Beyond Borders

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