The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Quito, Pichincha Province

May 8, 2022 Viva Honore

With a rich pre-Colombian history, Ecuador's capital was founded on the ruins of an Incan city but offers everything a modern traveler might need. It remains the least-altered historic center in Latin America and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quito’s important sites include baroque gems like San Francisco and Santo Domingo monasteries, as well as La Compañía church and college. This huge city sprawls across a breathtaking Andean valley surrounded by volcanic peaks.
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1. Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila

Calle Eduardo Kingman Oe12-174 Av. Manuel Cordova Galarza, Mirador Volcan Pululahua, Quito 022 Ecuador [email protected]
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5.0 based on 7,730 reviews

Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila

The Temple of the Sun Temple Painter Ortega Maila is a masterpiece built by the indigenous painter and sculptor Ortega Maila after a great research of design and ancestral architecture to maintain his art and culture of the Andes. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour with a guide. The tour includes an aromatherapy session and coca leaf tea courtesy of the museum.

Reviewed By I2924GCdanielt - Prague, Czech Republic

Great place to visit, within the hour tour you can experience aromatherapy, coca tea, and view world-wide class paints.

2. Insomnia La Casa del Terror

Wilson E 6-19 Reina Victoria, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 99 393 5352 [email protected] http://insomnia.com.ec/
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Insomnia La Casa del Terror

The fearless moments in your life , adrenaline and emotions

3. Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania

Garcia Moreno N 10-43, Quito 170150 Ecuador +(593)2584175 [email protected] http://fundacioniglesiadelacompania.org.ec/portal/
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4.5 based on 4,974 reviews

Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania

This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making it one of the most ornate structures in Ecuador.

Reviewed By tomy476 - Chicago, United States

Fundación Iglesia de la Compañía is a must see visit while in Quito. The $5 entry for tourists is well worth it. From floor to ceilings the cathedral of an overload of beauty for the eyes with gold inlay everywhere, carvings, statues, murals... While there Without a guided tour I listened in on a few guided groups and would recommend doing that. If you want, this would be an ideal place for a longer silent spiritual retreat like visit to take the beauty in...

4. Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco

Cuenca 477 y Sucre, Quito 170150 Ecuador https://www.franciscanos.ec/iglesia-y-convento-de-san-francisco-quito/
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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.

5. Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo)

Santo Domingo y Puerto Rico, Quito 170150 Ecuador
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Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo)

This church is famous for its magnificent religious sculpture and the image of the Virgin, which was a gift from Charles V of Spain.

6. National Museum of Ecuador

Avenida Patria Between Avenida 6 de Diciembre and Avenida 12 de Octubre, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 93 952 0395 [email protected] http://muna.culturaypatrimonio.gob.ec
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National Museum of Ecuador

The National Museum recognizes the multiplicity of identities of Ecuadorian society, its permanent transformation and mobility, and seeks to establish itself as a space for participation, dialogue, confrontation and representation in the public sphere. For this end, the Museum establishes a new model of relationship with the public, citizens and the community, that goes beyond specialized audiences.

Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States

The National Museum - NaMu - is now open after a recent renovation and is a not to be missed visit. It is one of the museums located in the Casa de la Cultura (the circular modern building in Arbolito Park) and admission is free. It gives an oversight of the history of Ecuador from pre-Colombian to the modern era. The narratives and information are also in English and are informative. Very interesting ancient artifacts, historical timelines and a marvelous gold exhibition of relics and masks on the ground floor. On the second and third floors there are also thematic exhibits on Ecuador’s history, economy, society, and culture. Once again, nice and informative exhibits, including some modern art. I would allocate at least three hours for this visit. This is a “must see”!

7. Casa Museo Guayasamin

Mariano Calvache E18-94 y Lorenzo Chavez Barrio Bellavista, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 2-244-6455 [email protected] http://www.guayasamin.org
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Casa Museo Guayasamin

This museum features exhibits related to the Ecuadorian contemporary artist Oswaldo Guayasamín including posters, signed prints and colonial religious art.

Reviewed By tortuga1959 - Bern, Switzerland

A great museum with a very interesting history behind. Guaysamin was a very special artist with huge talent.

8. Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

Venezuela y Espejo 715, Quito 170150 Ecuador 2570-371 http://www.catedraldequito.org
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Catedral Metropolitana de Quito

The city’s main cathedral contains the tomb of Field Marshal Antonio Jose de Sucre, Quito’s liberator, and The Holy Shroud, a magnificent 18th-century sculpture by Manuel Chili Caspicara.

Reviewed By MichelDoortmont - Groningen, The Netherlands

A good example of an early Spanish colonial cathedral with local details, with added museum. Apart from the many chapels and the great exterior and interior of the building, what struck us was the friendly atmosphere inside. When we visited, a children's choir was practicing and his was a joy to attend. Friendly people too, who are quite willing to engage socially.

9. Basilica de Nuestra Senora de la Merced

Garcia Moreno N 10-43, Quito 170150 Ecuador
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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.

10. El Sagrario

Gabriel Garcia Moreno y Espejo, Quito 170150 Ecuador
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El Sagrario

Located around the corner of Plaza Independencia, this magnificent building was originally built as the Cathedral’s chapel and is considered one of the most beautiful churches in Quito.

Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States

This is a church which is literally adjacent to the Metropolitan Cathedral. I found it to be more imposing and richer in decoration than the cathedral. It’s beautiful altar stand outs along with a nice and airy dome and a blue ceiling. It feels so different from the cathedral. I would call to your attention the intricately carved massive doors in the rear of the church. Another church in Quito that you should visit.

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