Las Casas Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Basilica of the National Vow
Visit this magnificent neo-Gothic landmark to admire its fine architecture and Ecuador-themed gargoyles, and the panoramic views from its immense towers.
Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Discover one of the oldest churches in South America, featuring an intriguing mix of architectural styles, magnificent Catholic artworks and a fascinating history.
Things to do
Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities
Ecuadorian Adventure Quito - Galápagos Islands 8 Days 7 Nights
Cotopaxi Full-Day from Quito Including Entrances
Mindo Cloud Forest Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds & Nature
Quito City Tour Double Decker Bus
Quilotoa Lagoon and Indian Markets in One Day from Quito
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Other neighbourhoods around Las Casas
Miraflores
If you're spending some time in Miraflores, TelefériQo and Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
San Juan
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in San Juan. You might want to make time for a stop at Centro de Arte Contemporaneo or Palacio de Gobierno.
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.
Colón
While visiting Colón, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Comercial Multicentro and Mindalae Museum.
El Belén
If you're spending some time in El Belén, National Assembly of Ecuador and El Ejido Park are top sights worth seeing.
La Carolina
Visitors often come to La Carolina for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Parque La Carolina and El Jardin Mall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Iñaquito Station.