By Deb Pati
Introduction
If you only have a short time to spend exploring Quito, then 3 days in...
Day 1
Quito is the second-highest capital city in the world, located in a high mountain valley...
Day 1 - Stop 1
Begin your day with a free walking tour. A free walking tour is the best...
Day 1 - Stop 2
If you love getting to know the local flora and fauna, then Quito's Botanical Garden...
Day 1 - Stop 3
The Basílica del Voto Nacional is the largest neo-Gothic basilica in the Americas. It's probably...
Day 1 - Stop 4
Although you would have already seen a bit of La Ronda during the walking tour...
Day 2
On the second day of your trip, I recommend you visit the Middle of the...
Day 2 - Stop 1
Did you know that Ecuador means equator in English? The equatorial line passes through Quito...
Day 2 - Stop 2
If museums are your thing, then you'll love Museo del Banco Central. It has a...
Day 2 - Stop 3
No matter which country I travel to, I make it a point to visit the...
Day 2 - Stop 4
After exploring for the whole day, your last stop should be Plaza Foch. It's the...
Day 3
On your last day in Quito, I recommend you continue your journey a little farther...
Day 3 - Stop 1
Lake Quilotoa is one of three crater lakes in Ecuador and is only 2.5 hours...
Conclusion
Three days in Quito are plenty to explore the city and its surroundings. Many of...