I suggest starting your tour or the historic district there since it is the highest point and makes the rest easy to get to. The church is quite extraordinary. You CAN take pictures inside so take advantage of that opportunity as you can't in many of the churches.

If we had to choose just one site in Quito, Basilica del Voto would be it. Its beautiful architecture, the gargoyles in a shape of iguanas and turtles, steep iron stairs to the towers, the views unobstructed by any other buildings, all of those are the pluses of the visit. We have spent here good couple of hours just exploring... More

This is a must see church if you are in Quito. May 1st was also their Labor Day do the streets were filled with people marching in a parade. Pay the extra $2 to go to the top of the church. Great views of the city.

I am obsessed with this church. Stunning gothic architecture, breathtaking stained glass... different little rooms to go into to see the virgin of Guadalupe and other saints. Also so cool to walk up to the top of the spire and look down on Quito!

At the basis of Pichincha Volcano, close to the down town, the basilica was buildt for more than 100 years! In it, you'll see a fusion of architecture in the mixture of typical symbols of the andean culture with catholic images. You can go to the highest part and take the most beautiful pictures of Quito. It has also a... More

This massive basilica with detailed, ornate architecture stands out from any view within range. Such a classic landmark it is pretty much a must see to complete the Quito tour.

We spent a good hour exploring this Gothic style church, looking at the stained glass windows. Climbing to the top of the towers is a must. There is a spectacular view of Quito from many different vantage points. They had so many flowers in the actual church section which all smelt beautiful. The church took many decades to build so... More

I loved this church. Looked like the childhood church I attended when I was little and just brought me back great memories. The stained glass was wonderful and the flowers left over from the Easter holiday smelled the whole place up. Go here and spend some time.

You don't need a long time to stop here and we didn't even go inside but you have to see the uniquely done architecture. The church took over 100 years to build and is truly special in that it is adorned with locally inspired gargoyles. You will have a good view of Old Town as well from the site.