La Carolina

Quito

La Carolina which includes a park and a pond
La Carolina featuring a park, wild flowers and flowers
La Carolina
La Carolina featuring a garden
La Carolina featuring flowers, bird life and a garden
Discover local flora and fauna at the botanical gardens and reptile house, join a game of Ecuadorian soccer and enjoy the sights at this central urban park.

Parque La Carolina, known as “New York’s Central Park in Quito,” is a multipurpose park in the heart of Quito’s shopping district. The park features lush green spaces with tree-lined paths and plenty of facilities for relaxation and recreation, including a botanical garden, exhibit center and sports fields. Visit this park for peaceful green scenery in the center of Quito.

Stroll along the park’s network of pathways and enjoy the sunshine with locals and other visitors. Stop by the numerous sports areas to join local Quiteños in a game, or watch a friendly competition. Bring your own equipment and play basketball, tennis or volleyball on the park’s courts. Soccer is the country’s most popular sport, and locals can often be seen playing here.

Pack a picnic and enjoy lunch on the wide, flat lawns, which are also ideal for flying kites. Walk to the small pond on the park’s southern side. Here, you can rent a paddleboat to enjoy views of the park from the water.

While in the park’s southern quarter, visit the Jardín Botánico de Quito (Botanical Garden of Quito), a lush garden dedicated to native plants from the Andes and Ecuadorian highlands. This immense garden also includes an orchid collection featuring more than 1,200 species, educational studies on local ecosystems and a small café.

Find the La Carolina Vivarium located to the west of the park and meet some of the country’s local snakes and lizards. Visit the nearby Ecuadorian Museum of Natural Science to learn about the country’s fascinating natural past, present and future.

Parque La Carolina is centrally located in Quito’s business district, close to several shopping malls, cafés and restaurants. The park is open daily. There's no fee to enter, but the park’s attractions have individual admission costs and opening times. The park is easily accessible via the city’s public transportation system and street parking is available for a fee.


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Le Parc Hotel, Beyond Stars
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4.5 out of 5
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Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Hotel Finlandia
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3.5 out of 5
Finlandia 35-129 & Suecia St., Quito, Pichincha
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Quito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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5 out of 5
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The price is S$126 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
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3.5 out of 5
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The price is S$108 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
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3 out of 5
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The price is S$106 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
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3.5 out of 5
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The price is S$76 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
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Other neighbourhoods around La Carolina

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Financial District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Financial District. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.

Financial District
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Mariana de Jesus

Though Mariana de Jesus may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Jardin Mall and Foch Square.

Mariana de Jesus
Bellavista which includes forest scenes and rainforest

Bellavista

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Bellavista. You might want to make time for a stop at Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Guangüiltagua Metropolitan Park.

Bellavista
Guapulo which includes street scenes

Guapulo

Guapulo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sanctuary of El Guápulo and Statue of Francisco de Orellana.

Guapulo
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Iñaquito

If you're spending time in Iñaquito, check out sights like Atahualpa Olympic Stadium or Quicentro Shopping and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Iñaquito Station or Carolina Station.

Iñaquito
Foch Square showing dining out, street scenes and modern architecture

La Mariscal

4/5(16 area reviews)

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.

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