Quito
A fabulous neo-Gothic altar dominates the inside of the Iglesia de Santo Domingo. Construction of the church began in 1581 and continued until 1650.
Must-see attractions in Ecuador
Museo del Monasterio de Madres Concepcionistas
Loja
A half-block east of Parque Central, this monastery has three public rooms housing religious treasures from the 16th to 18th centuries.
Cuenca
The 19th-century Church of San Sebastián stands on beautiful Plaza de San Sebastián, on the western edge of the historical center.
Guayaquil
Behind the open-air Teatro Bogotá is the oldest church in Guayaquil. Founded in 1548 and restored in 1938, it’s worth a look.
Jardín Botánico Reinaldo Espinosa
Loja
Across the road from the Parque Universitario, 5km south of the center, this botanical garden has nearly 900 plant species.
Loja
A block north of the Parque Central, this smallish plaza is crowned by a statue of the city’s founder astride his horse.
Cuenca
If you speak Spanish, Cuenca's planetarium screens its show twice daily. Morning screenings usually require a reservation.
Museo Pictórico Edmundo Martínez
Central Highlands
Housed in a stone-faced mansion, this small museum has occasional live music and rotating exhibits from local artists.
Quito
This massive arch, built in the 18th century to give shelter to churchgoers, spans García Moreno.
Guayaquil
This tiny church sits atop Cerro Santa Ana. It's worth climbing up here for the magnificent views.
Lago Agrio
Regional museum hosting events and exhibitions with an emphasis on local and indigenous culture.
Central Highlands
This gorgeous double waterfall ('the bride's veil') is visible from the Baños to Puyo road.
Guayaquil
Perched on a hillside with magnificent city views, about a half-hour drive north of town near Cerro Colorado, this not-very-well-maintained botanical…
Guayaquil
At the southern end of the malecón stands a handsome steel structure, sometimes called the Mercado Sur. When this Belgian-designed covered market was…
Tena
If you take the snazzy footbridge partway across the river to this 27-hectare island, prepare to be disappointed. What began as a beautifully developed…
Guayaquil
Where Calle 10 de Agosto hits the malecón you’ll see this famous 30m-high Moorish-style clock tower, which was completed in 1931. It's a memorable sight…
Guayaquil
These lush gardens aren't very large, but they're still worth a peek while strolling through the malecón. For a fee, you can enter the gardens, where…
Guayaquil
Like many of Guayaquil’s colonial buildings, the original wooden church built in 1787 was destroyed by fire. The current incarnation dates from 1938 and…
Guayaquil
Guayaquil's grand municipal library was founded in 1862 and contains the usual round-up of research volumes – as well as a curious Comiteca, with an…
South Coast
Acuario Valdivia is an animal rescue center where you can get an up-close look at some of the marine life of Ecuador (sea turtles, penguins, blue footed…
Palacio de Gobierno/ Universidad de las Artes
Guayaquil
Near the malecón, this building houses key political and administrative offices in Guayaquil. The original wooden structure was destroyed in the great…
Parque La Banda/Orillas de Zamora
Loja
North of town, this nice park has a small zoo and a beautifully designed Orquideario with over 200 species of orchids from southern Ecuador.
Central Highlands
At the Church of Mercy you'll find an image of the Virgen de las Mercedes, the protector of Latacunga, who is celebrated during the Fiesta de la Mama…
Guayaquil
This monument commemorates Antonio José de Sucre, the 19th-century general who played a pivotal role in helping Ecuador gain its independence from Spain.
Cuenca
Two blocks east of Plaza de San Sebastián, this bare 19th-century church is worth a quick look if you happen to be passing by.
Guayaquil
A point of reference on the malecón, this club dates back to 1928, and has a permanent meeting spot here.
Central Highlands
At the southeast corner of Parque Vicente León stands the republican-era town hall, topped by a pair of stone condors.
Quito
Features great monthly exhibits of Mexican artists and other cultural events celebrating Mexican culture.
South Coast
Machala's three-domed catedral (cathedral) rises high above the Parque Juan Montalvo.
South Coast
This building houses key administrative offices for Machala and the surrounding region.
Quito
Beside the cathedral on García Moreno stands the 17th-century Iglesia del Sagrario.
Central Highlands
On the south side of Parque Vicente León stands the colonial-style cathedral.
Guayaquil
One of the newer churches in the city and a good point of reference.
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