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Yunguilla, the ultimate community-based tourism destination in Quito
With 82 spots for visitors, this area has become one of the country’s top destinations for this type of tourism, allowing visitors to connect with and discover local authenticity, heritage and traditions.
Quito Turismo stands out for its participation in World Travel Market 2023
The Middle of the World’s stand and sampling made for a fair packed with opportunities to position the destination before the main agents in the sector.
Ecuador’s Oyacachi Recognised as One of the Best Tourism Villages of 2023
Ecuador’s Oyacachi has been recognised as one of the Best Tourism Villages of 2023, according to The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
Quito’s cable car, a passport to the clouds
The cable car opens the doors to a world of adventure and natural beauty, an Ecuadorian treasure that takes visitors up to the breathtaking heights.
Quito exhibits its appealing tourist attractions at World Travel Market
From 6-8 November, the Capital of the Middle of the World will take part in the WTM with its own stand, where it will exhibit its culture and gastronomy at one of the world’s most important tourism events.
FITUR 2024 positions itself as the leading trade fair for the tourism sector
FITUR 2024 anticipates occupying more than 140,000 m2 of space across 9 halls and will bring together more than 9,000 companies and 150,000 professional visitors from the world tourism industry from 145 countries.
Quito set to exceed 700,000 visits in 2023, trends suggest
A number of indicators reflect the tourist sector’s continued strengthening and recovery. Figures gathered by Quito Turismo are evidence of the sector’s sustainable development.
Quito celebrates World Tourism Day with a month full of activities highlighting its culture
The Capital of the Middle of the World marks the occasion as the recently-named leading city for tourism in South America
Four viewpoints that will take your breath away from the dizzying heights of Quito
The Capital of the Centre of the World is home to an array of fabulous viewpoints, offering visitors breathtaking experiences with unbeatable panoramic views of the Ecuadorian city.
Quito’s 45 years of stunning the world as a World Heritage Site
Quito was founded in the 16th century on the ruins of an ancient Inca city, located 2,850 metres above sea level, and is the city with the most extensive, best preserved and least altered historic centre in Latin America. These attributes led to it being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 8 September 1978, as well as National Heritage of Ecuador.
The Virgin of El Panecillo, one of the tallest statues in the world
High up on El Panecillo hill, the Capital of the Centre of the World accommodates the tallest aluminium sculpture in the world.
Quito, your story starts here!
This is the new slogan which will accompany a revamped city branding which aims to enhance Quito’s image on the local, national and international market