Pelagallo Travel Guide
Quito
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Popular places to visit
Monument to the Equator
Stand with one foot in each hemisphere at this monument to the site where the equator is marked, then spend time in the accompanying planetarium and museum.
Parque La Carolina
Parque La Carolina is just one of the places to see in Quito, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
La Mariscal Craft Market
From Panama hats and wood carvings to musical instruments and hand-knitted items, this vibrant market offers a wide range of Ecuadorian souvenirs and crafts.
Foch Square
Join Quito’s pulsating nightlife, attend free concerts and shop at an artisanal craft fair at this square in the heart of Quito’s Mariscal district.
TelefériQo Base Station
Travel through the clouds to the slopes of an active volcano to enjoy spectacular views of Quito’s city center, the surrounding countryside and Andes mountain range.
Independence Square
Rows of stately colonial buildings and a 16th-century cathedral surround this historic civic square on the site where Quito’s Old Town made its humble beginnings.
Top hotels in Pelagallo
Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve & Lodge
One of the most magical places we have ever visited offering unparalleled access to the cloud forests. Exceptional attention to detail, very friendly and helpful staff, delicious and fresh meals. Seriously heaven on earth and a birders paradise.
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Hotel El Crater
Clean room, nice breakfast, good view
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Hostería Sumak Pakari
My staying was Absolutely wonderful. The property is beautiful and the staff is very friendly. I highly recommend if you're looking for a nice and quiet stay.
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Hostal Davinci Mitad del Mundo
The owner & the staff was very gracious, helpful and highly recommended this establishment. friendly. I will definitely stay here again & highly recommend testablishment
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025
Sachatamia Lodge
Great for relaxing, birding and nature tripping. Lodging is clean and comfortable, food is excellent, and trails are clean. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025
Hotel Doña Esther
The staff are so welcoming and friendly, like You are staying with family. The hotel is so well looked after, with so many personal touches and thought, it’s really a gem
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pelagallo
Carcelén
While Carcelén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado and Bicentenario Park.
Kennedy
While you're in Kennedy, take in top sights like Bicentenario Park and jump on the metro at El Labrador Station to see more of the city.
Jipijapa
While you're in Jipijapa, take in top sights like RioCentro Shopping and jump on the metro at Jipijapa Station to see more of the city.
Rumipamba
If you're spending some time in Rumipamba, Vulqano Park and Naciones Unidas Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
Financial District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.
Iñaquito
If you're spending time in Iñaquito, check out sights like Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Quicentro Shopping and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Iñaquito Station or Carolina Station.
