The 10 Best Churches & Cathedrals in Ecuador, Ecuador

January 17, 2022 Renato Branum

Coordinates: 2°00′S 77°30′W / 2.000°S 77.500°W / -2.000; -77.500
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1. Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Chilla

Machala Ecuador http://iglesiasmachala.blogspot.com/2013/02/5.html
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 4 reviews

Iglesia Nuestra Senora de Chilla

2. Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

Cuenca 477 y Sucre, Quito 170150 Ecuador https://www.franciscanos.ec/iglesia-y-convento-de-san-francisco-quito/
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,677 reviews

Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

Established in 1536 by Franciscan monks, this magnificent architectural masterpiece features a museum in its convent with art from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.

Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States

This is the oldest church in Quito (from the 16th century) and one of the most beautiful. Though one can argue that the Jesuit one is more “uber” than this church, it, nevertheless is “uber-magnificent” also. It is relatively plain from the outside, but its baroque inside explodes and takes your breath away. The main altar and the side altars are beautifully gilded and carved. Its decorated ceilings remind me of a Moorish design, probably coming from Spain. Every inch of the interior is covered with gilt or art. A site that cannot be missed. The admission to the church is free and photos during services are prohibited. The convent and museum next door however, charges a $4 admission fee and has a separate entrance.

3. La Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Cuenca

Padre Aguirre 8-27 In front of Parque Calderon, Cuenca 010150 Ecuador +593 98 333 5238 http://iglesiadecuenca.ec
Excellent
68%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,086 reviews

La Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Cuenca

This large cathedral (circa 1885) features a series of sky-blue cupolas; the interior contains a magnificent altar and a famous crowned image of the Virgin Mary.

Reviewed By 68olivers

Our hotel sits on a hilltop about a mile and a half from the city center. We had a grand view of the city center of which the blue domes of this church stood out. The church is even more striking up close. Beautiful gothic arches, stained glass windows, very ornate altars that speak of days gone will greet you inside the church. For $2, you can access the stairs to the roof. The stairs are winding, narrow and at times steep. If you are fit enough, I recommend it strongly. The views are magnificent from atop the church. There are 52 churches in Cuenca- 1 for each week as our guide told us. The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is one of three churches that I would recommend as a "Do Not Miss" when visiting Cuenca.

4. Catedral de Emperatriz de Santa Elena

Plaza Central, Santa Elena 241702 Ecuador
Excellent
38%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Catedral de Emperatriz de Santa Elena

5. Catedral de Santo Domingo de los Colorados

Santo Domingo de los Colorados Ecuador
Excellent
67%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Catedral de Santo Domingo de los Colorados

6. Iglesia San Jacinto del Morro

Guayaquil Ecuador
Excellent
65%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Iglesia San Jacinto del Morro

7. Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Merced

Garcia Moreno N 10-43, Quito 170150 Ecuador
Excellent
48%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 101 reviews

Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Merced

Located in Quito’s historical neighborhood, this small and cozy church was built during the 16th century by the priests of La Merced.

8. Mirador de Turi

D. Gonzalez del Barco, Cuenca 010150 Ecuador +593 98 756 0290 http://www.ecuador360.travel/index.php/ciudades-de-ecuador/guia-de-atractivos-de-cuenca/el-turi-mirador-cuenca
Excellent
46%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,174 reviews

Mirador de Turi

Reviewed By susansJ9674OJ

The view of Cuenca is spectacular! I would strongly suggest that you take the city bus tour, during the day, which stops at the top of Tui. Then go back by taxi at nighttime! Both views are great and well worth the time.

9. Iglesia de Balbanera

Pan American Hwy, Riobamba 060150 Ecuador
Excellent
52%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 151 reviews

Iglesia de Balbanera

Reviewed By vjv2007 - Tampa, United States

Our travel guide insisted that we leave our B&B in Riobamba at 5:30 AM to see this beautiful church. He was right!

10. La Catedral de Ambato

Calles Bolivar y Montalvo, Ambato 180150 Ecuador
Excellent
58%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

La Catedral de Ambato

Reviewed By vanessavK8037BS - Cotacachi, Ecuador

I have been a tourist in the city of Ambato for 4 days. The city is known as a "City of Flowers, Fruits and Bread", the people who live in the city are very kind, friendly and respectful, the in Ambato I have felt very happy because I have enjoyed all the natural places they are very beautiful and fun as a its parks and the Cathedral, it is mild climate is very relaxing. In the city of Ambato you can find different products and typical foods very delicious. It also has hotels with neat and clean rooms.

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