2. Best parts of the historic center
• Ecuador has in its historic center one of the
most important places of the country and the
South American continent from the point of
view of culture.
• There are a lot of restaurants that people
recommend you to visit that could show you
the real gastronomy of Ecuador and where
you could try new flavors and experiences
4. Activities you can
do
Walking through the historic
center of Quito is one of the
best activities to develop
during your Vacations in
Ecuador.
There are diferrent night
tours in the historic center.
One of them is called the
Qutio Bus which is a bus
tour. It cost aproximately 12
american dolars by adult
and 6 dolars for kids.
6. Gastronomy
Gourmet
➢ Q RESTAURANT-BAR-LOUNGE . This
restaurant offers a menu which specializes
in Latin fusion flavors. In addition to its
food, the Q offers music including rock,
electronica and deep house, and around
20 varieties of martinis that allow you to
enjoy some quality time in one of the
restaurants with the most provocative of
Quito environment.
➢ El Escondite de CantuñaIn our prestigious
restaurant we offer one of the best views of
the city of Quito, accompanied by delicious
a la carte dishes that will delight your
palate. We have a great atmosphere with
live music that will make your visit
unforgettable, for sure want to go back!
➢ Hasta la vuelta señor at the heart of the
historic center of Quito was born a place
inspired by the rescue of the roots and
traditions in Quito exquisite morsels of
yesteryear, with the mysterious charm of
the legends. The menu offers the best of
Ecuadorian cuisine in a cozy and relaxed
atmosphere.
Typical food
There are a lot of typical that you can find
every where in the streets, or easy places
that you definitely are going to enjoy like:
➔ Guinea pig, "cuy", is a famous and
traditional dish in the highlands
➔ Locro is a filling potato and cheese soup.
➔ Ceviche, raw seafood (or boiled, in the
case of prawns)
8. “La Basilica”
With almost 100
meters high, is one
of the most
impressive churches
in the country,
especially for its
viewpoint and cafe
on the top floor,
allowing a
panoramic and
breathtaking view of
Quito.