La Floresta 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.
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.
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.
El Panecillo
Admire an iconic statue and see panoramic views of Quito and its surrounding volcanoes from this green hilltop in the heart of the city’s Old Town.
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.
Things to do
Quilotoa, Culture and Hiking from Quito !!!! ALL DAYS !!! BY ECUADORTREASURE
Full-Day Tour to Quilotoa Lagoon From Quito with Lunch
Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town
Full Day Hike and Bike Experience Cotopaxi Volcano with Lunch
Full Day Middle of the World, Cable Car and Quito City Shared Tour
Quilotoa Lagoon and Indian Markets in One Day from Quito
Top hotels in La Floresta
NH Collection Quito Royal
Well located hotel. Easy check in, spacious room and good experience overall. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Wyndham Quito Airport
Room spotless and functional. Front desk staff and food service outstanding. Shuttle great. Web perfect. A bit strange: hotel brags about being anti-plastic; so there is no bottled water in rooms in spite of a coffee-maker and nice glasses. This presumes that tap water is OK. It seems to be. Time ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
From the beginning, the rooms were amazing. The front entrance was spotless. The breakfast was awesome. The location can’t be any better.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hampton By Hilton Quito La Carolina Park
Quick check-in, great location, close to many things in the business district
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Quito
The stay was excellent.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Quito Airport by IHG
The location is convenient with the shuttle service. Rooms are great and clean.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Floresta
La Mariscal
La Mariscal is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Foch Square and La Mariscal Craft Market while in the area.
Itchimbia
While you're in Itchimbia, take in top sights like General Rumiñahui Coliseum or Concentración Deportiva de Pichincha, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Uio Microtheater and Mindalae Museum.
El Belén
If you're spending time in El Belén, check out sights like National Assembly of Ecuador or House of Ecuadorian Culture and hop on the metro to see more of the city at El Ejido Station or La Alameda Station.
Gonzalez Suarez
While Gonzalez Suarez isn't home to many top sights, El Jardin Mall and Foch Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Carolina
Travellers choose La Carolina for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Carolina Station or Iñaquito Station and check out top sights like Botanical Garden of Quito.
