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Quito 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Quito. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $30 to $220 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
June to September (dry season)
Budget Cost
$90
Mid-Range
$225
1
Day 1
Old Town walking tour
Old Town walking tour, La Compañía church, Plaza Grande, Panecillo viewpoint
Estimated cost: $75 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
TelefériQo to Pichincha
TelefériQo to Pichincha, Mitad del Mundo + Intiñan equator museum, Mariscal nightlife
Estimated cost: $75 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Otavalo Saturday market day trip
Otavalo Saturday market day trip, Cotopaxi National Park views, La Floresta cafés
Estimated cost: $75 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$90
$30/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$225
$75/day x 3 days
Luxury
$660
$220/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- Acclimate for a day before any activity — the altitude hits harder than people expect
- Stay in La Mariscal or La Floresta for safety and walkability; avoid the Old Town after dark
- Mitad del Mundo equator monument is a tourist trap; the actual GPS equator is at Museo Intiñan next door
- TelefériQo cable car up Pichincha gives the best city + volcano view at 4,100m
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