Historic Center of Quito — Attraction in Centro Histórico

Our local tour guide was excellent! She kept us informed and entertained on our bus and walking day tour around Quito. We learned that the entire city of Quito was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site city in 1978. It was selected for its well-preserved clusters of churches, homes, businesses and other historical buildings.Amazingly, most structures survived damage from a major 1917 earthquake. The city is noted for its narrow streets and mix of Spanish, Baroque and Moorish architecture. The Center has many religious and historic attractions to explore. Sections of Old Town are open only to pedestrian traffic, and we saw steady crowds of locals and school children enjoying a stroll through the piazzas...

Centro Historico Quito is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the heart of Ecuador's capital city. This historic neighborhood is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture, cultural attractions, and delicious cuisine. Visitors can explore museums, churches, plazas, and markets, and enjoy traditional Ecuadorian food at the many restaurants in the area. The centerpiece of Centro Historico Quito is the Plaza de la Independencia, surrounded by government buildings, historic monuments, and cafes. It's a must-see destination for anyone interested in history, culture, or just soaking up the atmosphere of a beautiful and lively...

Honestly we were really disappointed with our trip to Quito. It’s not tourist friendly, neighbourhoods and places to visit are scattered all over the place with steep hills separating everything, but no good, simple public transport system to help us get around so you rely on taxis. The historic centre was underwhelming and easily beaten in atmosphere and architecture by Cuenca. We didn’t even bother to take photos - nothing inspired us. In addition, we were told by multiple locals not to go out after 8pm because it wasn’t safe. This was corroborated by lots of restaurants closing at 7 or 7:30pm even...