Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in El Quinche February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in El Quinche](https://expedia.ca/El-Quinche-Hotels.d6326175.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[El Quinche Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-El-Quinche.d6326175.Car-Rental-Guide)[El Quinche Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/El-Quinche.d6326175.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in El Quinche ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit El Quinche Types of activities [El Quinche travel guide](https://expedia.ca/El-Quinche.dx6326175) ## El Quinche Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that El Quinche has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours El Quinche is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in El Quinche to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### El Quinche Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of El Quinche. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to El Quinche attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in El Quinche | Number of things to do | 30 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mitad del Mundo daily tour Hop On - hop off](/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-including-entrances.a1282334.activity-details): CA $48 | | Top 5 things to do | [Mitad del Mundo daily tour Hop On - hop off](/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-including-entrances.a1282334.activity-details)[Cultural Adventure in Otavalo: Cuicocha Market and Lagoon](/things-to-do/cultural-tour-of-otavalo-market-and-cuicocha-lagoon-visit-all-inclusive.a2874948.activity-details)[Middle of the world and Cable car Private tour](/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-and-teleferico-private-tour.a2424140.activity-details)[Private middle of the world monument tour + Pululahua volcano](/things-to-do/shared-equatorial-line-tour.a2134932.activity-details)[Let me show you Quito! Complete Private City Tour](/things-to-do/let-me-show-you-quito-complete-city-tour.a3581811.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Mitad del Mundo daily tour Hop On - hop off](/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-including-entrances.a1282334.activity-details)[Cultural Adventure in Otavalo: Cuicocha Market and Lagoon](/things-to-do/cultural-tour-of-otavalo-market-and-cuicocha-lagoon-visit-all-inclusive.a2874948.activity-details)[Middle of the world and Cable car Private tour](/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-and-teleferico-private-tour.a2424140.activity-details)[Private middle of the world monument tour + Pululahua volcano](/things-to-do/shared-equatorial-line-tour.a2134932.activity-details)[Quito city Tour and Middle of the World](/things-to-do/quito-city-tour-and-middle-of-the-world.a48943836.activity-details) | ## What to do in El Quinche --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in El Quinche ![Mitad del Mundo Monument which includes a square or plaza, a garden and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112398/ea02d9c0-24eb-4044-af72-0fecd8a45b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Monument-To-The-Equator-Quito.d6112398.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial drone view of Quito capital city of Ecuador South America Parque La Carolina Sunrise early morning traffic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532465485/027bf03d-b03d-4726-96f9-3f65d3252a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-La-Carolina-La-Carolina.d553248621532465485.Vacation-Attraction) ![Foch Square featuring a square or plaza and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6321676/d1cc58e7-42d8-463d-8005-b0eddef09981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Foch-Square-La-Mariscal.d6321676.Vacation-Attraction) ![La Mariscal Craft Market featuring street scenes, interior views and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112416/f4e03818-c764-4f98-8ac8-b2967eb63fea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/La-Mariscal-Craft-Market-La-Mariscal.d6112416.Vacation-Attraction) ![Quito Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112364/a9833824-90cb-484d-b351-9d9a7ba73ea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Catedral-Metropolitana-De-Quito-Quito-Historic-Center.d6112364.Vacation-Attraction) ![Independence Square which includes street scenes and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112362/9bc0749a-8543-43c3-b86d-f29665ce1ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Independence-Square-Quito-Historic-Center.d6112362.Vacation-Attraction) ![Quito Cable Car featuring a gondola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263867/67c8cbb1-5575-40de-a0bf-019ebbeafb10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/TeleferiQo-Miraflores.d6263867.Vacation-Attraction) ![Basilica of the National Vow showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112400/0317f59d-e4cd-46bb-b98c-214ae83b80df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Basilica-Of-The-National-Vow-Quito-Historic-Center.d6112400.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Panecillo featuring night scenes and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112378/368529b6-436e-4b6c-8f54-dedbc3972068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Panecillo-Centro-Historico.d6112378.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from El Quinche ![Quito showing landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053672/3ff1b648-2fc9-405a-9bb1-bfdb6fb4752f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Quito ![Mariscal Sucre International Airport, also called Tababela Airport, is the international airport of the city of Quito and the main airport of Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247494/1ef2d6da-b3d5-4d49-a131-1093ec19f104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tababela ![Quito from the Pichincha volcano](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353439/18d4d461-fad5-450a-9409-497f68b9360c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Guayllabamba ## Frequently asked questions ### Is El Quinche worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in El Quinche? ### What is the top tourist attraction in El Quinche? ### Is three days enough to stay in El Quinche? ### What are some activities to do in El Quinche with kids? > - [Mitad del Mundo daily tour Hop On - hop off](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-including-entrances.a1282334.activity-details) > - [Cultural Adventure in Otavalo: Cuicocha Market and Lagoon](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cultural-tour-of-otavalo-market-and-cuicocha-lagoon-visit-all-inclusive.a2874948.activity-details) > - [Middle of the world and Cable car Private tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mitad-del-mundo-and-teleferico-private-tour.a2424140.activity-details) > - [Private middle of the world monument tour + Pululahua volcano](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/shared-equatorial-line-tour.a2134932.activity-details) > - [Quito city Tour and Middle of the World](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/quito-city-tour-and-middle-of-the-world.a48943836.activity-details) ### What to do in El Quinche for adults? ### Are there free things to do in El Quinche? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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