What to do and see in Pichincha Province, Ecuador: The Best Things to do

December 2, 2021 Carley Gatson

Pichincha (Spanish pronunciation: [piˈtʃintʃa]) is a province of Ecuador located in the northern sierra region; its capital and largest city is Quito. It is bordered by Imbabura and Esmeraldas to the north, Cotopaxi and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas to the south, Napo and Sucumbíos to the east, and Esmeraldas and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas to the west.
Restaurants in Pichincha Province

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. 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...

3. 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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4.5 based on 1,254 reviews

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.

4. Quito Old Town

Quito Ecuador 593-2-2528-700-1707 http://www.quito.com.ec
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4.5 based on 4,785 reviews

Quito Old Town

This historic district was the first city named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is noted for its narrow streets, Spanish colonial architecture and historic attractions.

Reviewed By LidiaK54 - Toronto, Canada

Quito Old Town is exceptionnaly beautiful with ist numerous churches, narrow streets, picturesque squares, amazing views. It's an incredible pleasure discovering it by foot.

5. Basilica del Voto Nacional

Carchi 122 y Venezuela., Quito 170150 Ecuador 099936644 http://www.facebook.com/BasilicaDelVotoNacional
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4.5 based on 3,861 reviews

Basilica del Voto Nacional

Considered the largest church in Quito, this impressive building features fine bronze doors, colorful stained glass windows and a tower with sweeping views of the city.

Reviewed By Dorito50 - Washington DC, United States

A church that reminded us of Notre Dame in Paris is the last thing we expected in Quito, but that was the magnificent Basilica del Voto Nacional. Admission is $1/pp. There is a separate $2/pp to go to the roof and the cupola over looking the grounds and the city. All well- spent. The grounds themselves are lovely and worth wandering. Besides the magnificent architecture and stained glass inside, each province has donated artwork that fill side altars and is fascinating for its variety and insights into the different parts of Ecuador. An exquisite silent chapel behind the main altar is easy to miss but shouldn’t be. We are not religious but found it easy to spend more than an hour here altogether and would have tarried longer if it had not been closing time.

6. TeleferiQo Teleferico Quito

Fulgencio Araujo Av. Occidental, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 2-222-2996 [email protected] http://www.teleferico.com.ec/index.php/es/
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4.5 based on 4,550 reviews

TeleferiQo Teleferico Quito

Reviewed By ekeav

Pick a clear day and go in the morning, before it gets busy. Beautiful views that show just how big Quito really is! Bring a jacket, its very windy at the top! The cafe is lovely with more great views.

7. La Capilla Del Hombre

E18-94 Mariano Calvache St. And Lorenzo Chavez St Barrio Bellavista, Quito 170150 Ecuador +593 2-244-8492 [email protected] http://www.capilladelhombre.com
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La Capilla Del Hombre

Reviewed By dtroppy

We didn't want to leave the museum or the artist house that was on tour. Gorgeous painting make this a must see when visiting Quito.

8. Paz de las Aves Bird Refuge

Between Nanegalito and Mindo at Km. 66, Mindo Ecuador +593 99 259 6913 [email protected] http://www.refugiopazdelasaves.com
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Paz de las Aves Bird Refuge

One of the best place for birdwatching and photography in Mindo, Ecuador. Here you can see 5 species of Antpittas, antthrus, Wood-quail, tanagers, quetzal and others, be part of our family Refugio Paz

Reviewed By Lsuch302 - Manhattan Beach, United States

We stayed for one night. This is a small, family run place that is a challenge to find but completely worth it. The lodge is on the side of a mountain with hummingbird feeders and a bird viewing platform. Even in the rain you can spot birds all day long. We had the suite with bathroom, very simple but exactly what you'd expect in a remote lodge like this. The food was also simple but very good, and the owners and guides were very friendly. The best part are the tours. We went out on several bird-watching tours. Not being birders, we were fascinated by not only the birds, but also the serious bird watchers. It was so much fun to observe the birders observing the birds. That aside, we were impressed by how many birds we saw, and how our guides were extremely knowledgeable about the birds and able to spot and find them. We saw the Cock Of The Rock, Antpittas, Tanagers, Toucans, Hummingbirds, and so many other types of birds, and went on some fun hikes and muddy drives, making for an adventurous and fun experience. There are day trips that bring visitors up to the lodge, so it can get busy when they arrive, but if you stay at the lodge, you have it all to yourself most of the day.

9. Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve

Mindo Ecuador
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Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve

Reviewed By whaleloveralways

Our drive to Mindo and The Cloud Reserve was worth every penny. It is so green and lush with rushing rivers and waterfalls. So many speices of plants and birds, you can't take your eyes off the scenery. We would definitely recommend going there and enjoying nature.

10. Mariposas de Mindo - Butterfly Garden

Mindo Sector la Yaguira a 2km del pueblo de Mindo, Mindo Ecuador +593 99 920 2124 [email protected] http://www.mariposasdemindo.com/jard-n-de-mariposas
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Mariposas de Mindo - Butterfly Garden

Reviewed By 532jons - Guayaquil, Ecuador

Great place to kill a little time, the butterflies are especially active when it's warm and sunny. Really cool to see the pupas and new butterflies emerging!

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