Casa LunaLoma Quito Guidebook
Parks & Nature within Ecuador
This urban park is right below our Casa
LunaLoma. This a fantastic addition to our
city. It used to be a bus terminal that was
removed and turned into a community space.
Here you will find a complete gym, pools,
volleyball court, soccer pitch, climbing wall,
etc. And there is a variety of classes available
for a very low cost. They even have a bike trail
that runs through the city. A space for sports
and arts that has become an ideal space for
recreational activities. It is a modern complex
where people of different ages can improve
their health. Open every day from 8 am to 9
pm.
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Cumandá Urban Park
Terminal TerrestreThis urban park is right below our Casa
LunaLoma. This a fantastic addition to our
city. It used to be a bus terminal that was
removed and turned into a community space.
Here you will find a complete gym, pools,
volleyball court, soccer pitch, climbing wall,
etc. And there is a variety of classes available
for a very low cost. They even have a bike trail
that runs through the city. A space for sports
and arts that has become an ideal space for
recreational activities. It is a modern complex
where people of different ages can improve
their health. Open every day from 8 am to 9
pm.
It's a park located along Avenue Patria in the
Old Centre part of Quito, Ecuador. It's the
third-largest park in the city. On weekends the
park hosts art exhibitions of local artists.
Beautiful paintings, sculptures and handcrafts
are sold directly from the artist.
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埃希多公園
It's a park located along Avenue Patria in the
Old Centre part of Quito, Ecuador. It's the
third-largest park in the city. On weekends the
park hosts art exhibitions of local artists.
Beautiful paintings, sculptures and handcrafts
are sold directly from the artist.
Mindo is a village in the Andes Mountains of
northern Ecuador. It's known for the many
bird species, butterflies and orchids found in
the surrounding cloud forest. A tarabita (cable
car) runs over the Nambillo River to a
mountaintop, where trails lead to several
waterfalls. Great touristic destination where
you can do rafting, tubing, trekking, mountain
biking, canoeing, horseback riding, bird
watching, etc. The butterfly garden has an
amazing and abundant population of
butterflies. It's an interesting exhibit that
takes you through the entire life of a butterfly.
Mindo Cloudforest Foundation
Mindo is a village in the Andes Mountains of
northern Ecuador. It's known for the many
bird species, butterflies and orchids found in
the surrounding cloud forest. A tarabita (cable
car) runs over the Nambillo River to a
mountaintop, where trails lead to several
waterfalls. Great touristic destination where
you can do rafting, tubing, trekking, mountain
biking, canoeing, horseback riding, bird
watching, etc. The butterfly garden has an
amazing and abundant population of
butterflies. It's an interesting exhibit that
takes you through the entire life of a butterfly.
Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area in
Ecuador situated roughly 50 km south of
Quito. The Cotopaxi volcano that lends its
name to the park is located within its
boundaries, and is among the highest active
volcanoes in the world. - Wikipedia- This is a
great touristic attraction to admire the snow
capped mountain, 5,890 mts. over sea level,
and for hiking, mountain biking and
discovering the flora and fauna of the park, in
only one day.
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科托帕希國家公園
Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area in
Ecuador situated roughly 50 km south of
Quito. The Cotopaxi volcano that lends its
name to the park is located within its
boundaries, and is among the highest active
volcanoes in the world. - Wikipedia- This is a
great touristic attraction to admire the snow
capped mountain, 5,890 mts. over sea level,
and for hiking, mountain biking and
discovering the flora and fauna of the park, in
only one day.
Quilotoa lagoon is a water-filled caldera and
the most western volcano in the Ecuadorian
Andes. The 3-kilometer (2 mi)-wide caldera
was formed by the collapse of this volcano.
The route to the "summit" (the small town of
Quilotoa) is generally traveled by hired truck
or bus. -Wikipedia- Quilotoa is a fantastic
adventure for serious hikers and people who
like the great outdoors. The view of the lake is
absolutely stunning! You can walk down into
the Volcano. it takes about an hour, and it isn't
difficult. The walk back up is pretty tough. It
may help hiring a donkey or a horse for about
$10.
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Quilotoa Lake
Quilotoa lagoon is a water-filled caldera and
the most western volcano in the Ecuadorian
Andes. The 3-kilometer (2 mi)-wide caldera
was formed by the collapse of this volcano.
The route to the "summit" (the small town of
Quilotoa) is generally traveled by hired truck
or bus. -Wikipedia- Quilotoa is a fantastic
adventure for serious hikers and people who
like the great outdoors. The view of the lake is
absolutely stunning! You can walk down into
the Volcano. it takes about an hour, and it isn't
difficult. The walk back up is pretty tough. It
may help hiring a donkey or a horse for about
$10.
Sightseeing & Must-See in Quito!
El Panecillo is a beautiful hill that hold "La
Virgen de Quito" a winged Virgen Mary,
statue by Legarda, that overlooks the city. It's
a great place to visit during the day and
spectacular at night. It offers an amazing view
of the city. It's best to get there by taxi or in a
tour bus. You will find a large variety of small
tends selling handcrafts. There is also a
restaurant, Pim's, that serves Ecuadorian
food.
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El Panecillo
El Panecillo is a beautiful hill that hold "La
Virgen de Quito" a winged Virgen Mary,
statue by Legarda, that overlooks the city. It's
a great place to visit during the day and
spectacular at night. It offers an amazing view
of the city. It's best to get there by taxi or in a
tour bus. You will find a large variety of small
tends selling handcrafts. There is also a
restaurant, Pim's, that serves Ecuadorian
food.
The TelefériQo, or TelefériQo Cruz Loma, is a
gondola lift in Quito, Ecuador, running
fromthe edge of the city centre up the east
side of Pichincha Volcano to lookout Cruz
Loma. The ascent takes about twenty
minutes. At the summit there are restaurants,
coffee bars and stores. There are hiking trails
with points where pictures can be taken of
Quito. Due to the increased altitude and the
wind on the mountain it is cooler than the city
and is susceptible to fog, especially in the
mornings. Sometimes the height of the upper
station can cause symptoms of altitude
sickness. - Wikipedia- Stunning view of the
Andes around Quito. Entry $8.50 both ways.
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Teleferico De Quito station
The TelefériQo, or TelefériQo Cruz Loma, is a
gondola lift in Quito, Ecuador, running
fromthe edge of the city centre up the east
side of Pichincha Volcano to lookout Cruz
Loma. The ascent takes about twenty
minutes. At the summit there are restaurants,
coffee bars and stores. There are hiking trails
with points where pictures can be taken of
Quito. Due to the increased altitude and the
wind on the mountain it is cooler than the city
and is susceptible to fog, especially in the
mornings. Sometimes the height of the upper
station can cause symptoms of altitude
sickness. - Wikipedia- Stunning view of the
Andes around Quito. Entry $8.50 both ways.
Loma de las Antenas, on the skirts of the
volcano Pichincha. This volacano presents
several summits. Rucu Pichincha, Cruz Loma,
Guagua Pichincha. This mountain is a
historical place. On the slopes of the volcano
took place on May 24, 1822, the bloody battle
of Pichincha that secured the independence
of the territory that today is Ecuador. The
independence army commanded by Mariscal
Antonio Jose de Sucre confronted and
defeated the Spanish army. - Wikipedia- You
can reach this Loma driving or by taxi cab and
then hiking or biking along the road. Stunning
views!
Antenas del Pichincha
Loma de las Antenas, on the skirts of the
volcano Pichincha. This volacano presents
several summits. Rucu Pichincha, Cruz Loma,
Guagua Pichincha. This mountain is a
historical place. On the slopes of the volcano
took place on May 24, 1822, the bloody battle
of Pichincha that secured the independence
of the territory that today is Ecuador. The
independence army commanded by Mariscal
Antonio Jose de Sucre confronted and
defeated the Spanish army. - Wikipedia- You
can reach this Loma driving or by taxi cab and
then hiking or biking along the road. Stunning
views!
Independence Square or Plaza Grande is the
principal and central public square of Quito,
Ecuador, and one of the symbols of the
executive power of the nation. Its main
feature is the monument to the independence
heroes of August 10, 1809, the First Cry of
Independence in America. The square is
flanked by the Carondelet Palace, the
Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's
Palace, the Municipal Palace and the Plaza
Grande Hotel. -Wikipedia-. It’s a very pleasant
and enjoyable experience, walking by the
surrounding streets, admiring the mountains
and taking some memorable pictures.
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獨立廣場
N5-16 García MorenoIndependence Square or Plaza Grande is the
principal and central public square of Quito,
Ecuador, and one of the symbols of the
executive power of the nation. Its main
feature is the monument to the independence
heroes of August 10, 1809, the First Cry of
Independence in America. The square is
flanked by the Carondelet Palace, the
Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's
Palace, the Municipal Palace and the Plaza
Grande Hotel. -Wikipedia-. It’s a very pleasant
and enjoyable experience, walking by the
surrounding streets, admiring the mountains
and taking some memorable pictures.
Itchimbía Palace is a steel and glass building located at the top of the
Itchimbia hill. It's destined for exhibitions and cultural events, and has become
one of the biggest icons of the city, whose inhabitants have baptized it as
Crystal Palace. 54 hectares were transformed into a recreational center
respecting the species of
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Centro Cultural Itchimbia
Jose Maria AguirreItchimbía Palace is a steel and glass building located at the top of the
Itchimbia hill. It's destined for exhibitions and cultural events, and has become
one of the biggest icons of the city, whose inhabitants have baptized it as
Crystal Palace. 54 hectares were transformed into a recreational center
respecting the species of
Quito's Colonial Center - Arts & Culture
These are churches, museums and sights that capture the history and uniqueness of our city. They are all within short walking distance from Casa LunaLoma
Casa del Alabado is a Precolumbian Art
Museum located in the historic downtown
area of Quito. The museum is located in a
colonial house built in the 17th century during
the Spanish Colony. It houses a collection of
over 5,000 archaeological pieces, 500 of
which are on permanent display. Casa del
Alabado is unique in the sense that its display
is organized thematically, not chronologically.
The aim of the museum is to treat objects as
works of art rather than archaeological
remnants. Open Mon to Sun, 9:00am to
5:30pm. Wikipedia- This is a stunning
museum that showcases crafts of our Inca
descendants fully focused on the days when
they praised the Sun.
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Pre-Columbian Art Museum House of Praise
N1-41 CuencaCasa del Alabado is a Precolumbian Art
Museum located in the historic downtown
area of Quito. The museum is located in a
colonial house built in the 17th century during
the Spanish Colony. It houses a collection of
over 5,000 archaeological pieces, 500 of
which are on permanent display. Casa del
Alabado is unique in the sense that its display
is organized thematically, not chronologically.
The aim of the museum is to treat objects as
works of art rather than archaeological
remnants. Open Mon to Sun, 9:00am to
5:30pm. Wikipedia- This is a stunning
museum that showcases crafts of our Inca
descendants fully focused on the days when
they praised the Sun.
The National Theater Sucre is one of the
oldest opera houses in South America and the
oldest in Quito. It was built between 1879 and
1886 following a model of European
inspiration. The National Theater Sucre is an
architectural landmark in Quito, which
expresses the neoclassical character that
prevailed at the time it was built. It was
inaugurated in 1886, before Teatro Cristóbal
Colón, Bogotá; Amazon of Manaus and the
Colon of Buenos Aires. It was officially named
in honor of the Mariscal Antonio Jose de
Sucre. -Wikipedia- Teatro Sucre regularly
presents a great variety of classic music
concerts and festivals with Ecuadorian and
foreigners artists
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蘇克雷劇院
& ManabiThe National Theater Sucre is one of the
oldest opera houses in South America and the
oldest in Quito. It was built between 1879 and
1886 following a model of European
inspiration. The National Theater Sucre is an
architectural landmark in Quito, which
expresses the neoclassical character that
prevailed at the time it was built. It was
inaugurated in 1886, before Teatro Cristóbal
Colón, Bogotá; Amazon of Manaus and the
Colon of Buenos Aires. It was officially named
in honor of the Mariscal Antonio Jose de
Sucre. -Wikipedia- Teatro Sucre regularly
presents a great variety of classic music
concerts and festivals with Ecuadorian and
foreigners artists
The Quito Astronomical Observatory is one of the oldest observatories in
South America and was founded in 1873. It is the National Observatory of
Ecuador and is located 12 minutes south of the Equator in the Historic Center of Quito in La Alameda park and gives each visitor a
vivid history of the various scienti
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Astronomical Observatory of Quito
Avenida Gran ColombiaThe Quito Astronomical Observatory is one of the oldest observatories in
South America and was founded in 1873. It is the National Observatory of
Ecuador and is located 12 minutes south of the Equator in the Historic Center of Quito in La Alameda park and gives each visitor a
vivid history of the various scienti
San Francisco, is a 16th-century Roman Catholic complex in Quito. Its
construction start soon after the founding of the city in 1534 by a Franciscan
missionary, a Flemish Friar, Jodoco Ricke. The facade of the main Church
reflects, for the first time in South America, Mannerism elements, which later
became a reference point for that style in the rest of the continent. In the
interior in an exotic golden splendor the Mudejar and Barroque style lavishly
decorated altarpieces, and columns fashioned in different styles. San Francisco houses famous works of Quito School of Art. The most celebrated is 18th century sculpture Virgen of Quito by Legarda. -Wikipedia- Free to visit
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聖方濟各教堂
477 CuencaSan Francisco, is a 16th-century Roman Catholic complex in Quito. Its
construction start soon after the founding of the city in 1534 by a Franciscan
missionary, a Flemish Friar, Jodoco Ricke. The facade of the main Church
reflects, for the first time in South America, Mannerism elements, which later
became a reference point for that style in the rest of the continent. In the
interior in an exotic golden splendor the Mudejar and Barroque style lavishly
decorated altarpieces, and columns fashioned in different styles. San Francisco houses famous works of Quito School of Art. The most celebrated is 18th century sculpture Virgen of Quito by Legarda. -Wikipedia- Free to visit
The painter Oswaldo Guayasamín´s La Capilla del Hombre occupies a site in
Bellavista overlooking the city of Quito, Ecuador. The Capilla is a purpose-built
art museum dedicated to the peoples of Latin America. The building he
designed provides an atmosphere specific to his artwork to view his paintings.
The work is a history of human suffering and violence in Latin America and the
world. It includes sculptures and murals. -Wikipedia- It's an stunning piece of
architecture that shows some of his work about the struggles of humanity. The
Guayasamín Museum that contains personal collections is located same
grounds. Open every day.
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人類教堂
Lorenzo ChávezThe painter Oswaldo Guayasamín´s La Capilla del Hombre occupies a site in
Bellavista overlooking the city of Quito, Ecuador. The Capilla is a purpose-built
art museum dedicated to the peoples of Latin America. The building he
designed provides an atmosphere specific to his artwork to view his paintings.
The work is a history of human suffering and violence in Latin America and the
world. It includes sculptures and murals. -Wikipedia- It's an stunning piece of
architecture that shows some of his work about the struggles of humanity. The
Guayasamín Museum that contains personal collections is located same
grounds. Open every day.
Modern and great design building, excellent acoustics. This theater offers and
abundant and rich variety of cultural events during the year. Different
presentations from: Nacional Symphony Orchestra, Chamber orchestra, Latin
american recitals, Contemporary music festival, Ecuadorian Nacional Ballet.
Prices $5 most of the concerts. https://casadelamusica.ec/programacion/
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Casa de la Musica station
Modern and great design building, excellent acoustics. This theater offers and
abundant and rich variety of cultural events during the year. Different
presentations from: Nacional Symphony Orchestra, Chamber orchestra, Latin
american recitals, Contemporary music festival, Ecuadorian Nacional Ballet.
Prices $5 most of the concerts. https://casadelamusica.ec/programacion/
La Compania is a Jesuit church located at the Centro Histórico de Quito. The exterior cover of the temple, is carved entirely in volcanic gray stone, is considered one of the most important expressions of Spanish Baroque architecture in the American continent. The interior is completely covered with gold leaf.
During the year there are special events. Concerts of the Sinfonica Metropolitana de Quito, etc.
Daily tours in English and Spanish.
TIP! Entry is $5, yet for an extra fee you can go to the rooftop to get great views of the San Francisco Plaza. A must see church!
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耶穌會教堂
N10-43 García MorenoLa Compania is a Jesuit church located at the Centro Histórico de Quito. The exterior cover of the temple, is carved entirely in volcanic gray stone, is considered one of the most important expressions of Spanish Baroque architecture in the American continent. The interior is completely covered with gold leaf.
During the year there are special events. Concerts of the Sinfonica Metropolitana de Quito, etc.
Daily tours in English and Spanish.
TIP! Entry is $5, yet for an extra fee you can go to the rooftop to get great views of the San Francisco Plaza. A must see church!
Shopping for Souvenirs?
If you are looking for souvenirs, handcrafts and local art, you must visit these places!
Otavalo is a town in the Andean highlands,
province of Imbabura, about 90 km. north of
Quito. On Saturdays there is an outdoor
market. The indigenous Otavaleños are
famous for weaving textiles, usually made of
wool, which are sold at this market. In the
main square hundred of artisans display their
handcrafts. It's quite an interesting place
where you can shop for souvenirs, woven
crafts textiles, tagua jewelry, musical
instruments, leather goods, and much more.
Make sure to not pay full price as it's
expected to 'regatear' which means to ask for
a lower price! If you make a large purchase
make sure to ask for a 'yapa', quechua word to
ask for something free'
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Otavalo
Otavalo is a town in the Andean highlands,
province of Imbabura, about 90 km. north of
Quito. On Saturdays there is an outdoor
market. The indigenous Otavaleños are
famous for weaving textiles, usually made of
wool, which are sold at this market. In the
main square hundred of artisans display their
handcrafts. It's quite an interesting place
where you can shop for souvenirs, woven
crafts textiles, tagua jewelry, musical
instruments, leather goods, and much more.
Make sure to not pay full price as it's
expected to 'regatear' which means to ask for
a lower price! If you make a large purchase
make sure to ask for a 'yapa', quechua word to
ask for something free'
Lively covered market with vendors selling
Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other
traditional crafts. It's one of the best markets
in Quito where you can find clothing for
yourself and souvenirs for friends an family.
It's located in La Mariscal neighborhood. You
can find Alpaca blankets and sweaters,
Ecuadorian chocolate, paintings, hats,
backpacks in different styles and materials.
Don’t be afraid to ask for a lower price than
originally they offered. Bargain is the game.
And after a large purchase ask for "yapa"
meaning a free sample of something. They
will happily give away. Open Mon-Sat- 9 am -
7 pm - Sun - 9 am - 6 pm.
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Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal
611 Jorge WashingtonLively covered market with vendors selling
Ecuadorian textiles, jewelry & other
traditional crafts. It's one of the best markets
in Quito where you can find clothing for
yourself and souvenirs for friends an family.
It's located in La Mariscal neighborhood. You
can find Alpaca blankets and sweaters,
Ecuadorian chocolate, paintings, hats,
backpacks in different styles and materials.
Don’t be afraid to ask for a lower price than
originally they offered. Bargain is the game.
And after a large purchase ask for "yapa"
meaning a free sample of something. They
will happily give away. Open Mon-Sat- 9 am -
7 pm - Sun - 9 am - 6 pm.
Essentials
On Rocafuerte street, at one block from Casa
LunaLoma, you can find convenient grocery
stores, pharmacy, laundry service, etc.
Rocafuerte street is a commercial avenue that
offer all kind of services. You can shop for
fresh vegetables, fruits, milk, fresh juice,
beers and other drinks.
Rocafuerte
Avenida Lola QuintanaOn Rocafuerte street, at one block from Casa
LunaLoma, you can find convenient grocery
stores, pharmacy, laundry service, etc.
Rocafuerte street is a commercial avenue that
offer all kind of services. You can shop for
fresh vegetables, fruits, milk, fresh juice,
beers and other drinks.
Food Scene - Quito Old Town
These are some of our recommendations of places close by to our house!
Delicious and unique Ecuadorian food or as they call "Mestizo cuisine". Great service and atmosphere.
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Casa Gangotena Posse
CuencaDelicious and unique Ecuadorian food or as they call "Mestizo cuisine". Great service and atmosphere.