Ecuador South America
Postcard-pretty town centers, waves splashing white-sand beaches, Kichwa villages, Amazonian rainforest and the breathtaking Andes: a dazzling array of wonders is squeezed into compact Ecuador.
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Top Sights & Places
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León Dormido
in Isla San Cristóbal (Chatham)
El Chato Tortoise Reserve
in Isla Santa Cruz (Indefatigable)
Volcán Alcedo
in The Galápagos Islands
Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús
in Quito
Museo del Banco Central ‘Pumapungo’
in Cuenca
TelefériQo
in Quito
Casa Museo Guayasamín
in Quito
Capilla del Hombre
in Quito
Museo Antropológico y de Arte Contemporáneo
in Guayaquil
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Road Trips
The 5 best road trips in enchanting Ecuador
Feb 28, 2023 • 5 Min read
Ecuador's incredible landscapes are just waiting to be explored on four wheels. Here are our five favorite road trips in Ecuador.
Activities
The 11 best places to visit in Ecuador
Feb 23, 2023 • 7 Min read
Many of South America’s greatest hits can be found in Ecuador – from Andean peaks and the Amazon to tropical beaches. Here are the best places to visit.
Festivals & Events
When is the best time to visit Ecuador?
Feb 22, 2023 • 7 Min read
From hiking in the highlands and lazing on Pacific beaches to celebrating life at an Indigenous festival, every season in Ecuador has its unique reward.
Activities
The 16 best things to do in Ecuador
Feb 21, 2023 • 10 Min read
Ecuador offers some of the most incredible outdoor experiences on earth. From the Amazon and the Andes to the Galápagos, here are the top things to do.
Hiking
Postcard from the Andes: My trip to Ecuador in pics
Jan 10, 2023 • 3 Min read
Lonely Planet correspondent Bailey Freeman recently returned from the Ecuadorian Andes. She brought home few memories – and a few photos, too.
Destination Practicalities
Do I need a visa to visit Ecuador?
Jan 8, 2023 • 3 Min read
Most foreign visitors to Ecuador receive 90-day tourist visas on arrival, but here are guidelines for visa extensions, work visas and other situations.
Tips & Advice
What to eat and drink in Ecuador
Oct 15, 2022 • 5 Min read
From traditional restaurants to street food, the cuisine of Ecuador varies depending on where you are in the country. Here's our menu of top meals to try.
Beaches
The 9 best beaches in Ecuador are top spots to surf, party and chill
Sep 29, 2022 • 9 Min read
Visitors flock to Ecuador for the Andes, the Amazon and the Galápagos, but don't overlook the beaches. From surf hubs to secluded sands, here are the best.
Hiking
Ecuador's best national parks are wild wonderlands
Jan 4, 2022 • 7 Min read
The Galápagos Islands may steal the show, but Ecuador is blessed with a full hand of national parks and protected reserves. Here's our pick of the best.
