San Francisco: Children’s Book Press, 2008. I am super happy to have chosen Andean Trails for my trip and so grateful for the help of Kat, she gave me great recommendation and helped me in the best possible way with the planning of my trip.Quinito, Day and Night/ Quinito, dia y noche. The accommodation/food/guides for my day trip to the Cloud Forest were great. During my time on the cruise I talked a lot to the crew members that were all locals working for the conservation of the Islands, I got great insights on the people and culture of the country. The accommodation/food/guides on Coral 1 were amazing! The crew was super nice and we had a lot of fun! The guides had great knowledge to share and the itinerary was super exciting and interesting. The cruise on Galapagos Islands obviously was the highlight. The whole trip was just incredible the planned itinerary went smoothly, everything was perfectly organised and I could not think of any better way to have visited this beautiful country. ![]() The 18th century observatory is beautifully restored and there are night star gazing tours available. Speaking Spanish is of advantage as there are only few English explanations, but even so you can enjoy your visit and may be able to get a guide in English. Set in the park La Alameda this planetarium is a hidden gem, especially if you are interested in astronomy. Next door at the Intinan Museum you can do various experiments that relate to the equator and while rumour has it that some of them have been created with a little extra “help”, they are still fun for children old enough to have an interest in science. Visiting the Middle of the World or “Mitad del Mundo” monument is good fun with kids – even if it is quite touristy and not that authentic, there’s still a lot going on and taking the good old “one foot North and one foot South” photo at the bright yellow line is always entertaining. There is a section for littler ones, and a more educational area for slightly older kids (8/9 years). Most explanations are in Spanish so it suits best if you have a basic understanding of the language, but there are staff members around that can often help out with some English. USD 8.50/adult.Ī great interactive museum based around the sciences, inviting kids to participate and experiment. At the bottom of the teleferico there is an amusement area, which is great fun for kids – and impossible to by-pass. Younger children (and you) will still enjoy the adventure of the gondola ride. With older kids you will be able to walk along a network of paths. You will reach altitudes of almost 4000m so its best done when you are acclimatised. The Teleferico (or TeleferiQo) takes you to a viewpoint on the Eastern flank of Rucu Pichincha, high above Quito, offering a splendid view – so make sure you go in decent weather. ![]() Entry USD 3.50/ adult.Īnother great spot, also located near Parque La Carolina, is the Vivarium where kids can see snakes, lizards and other reptiles. Two greenhouses host, amongst other plants, a huge variety of beautiful orchids and there is a lovely ponds and a network of paths to take a stroll. ![]() Sat in Parque La Carolina, Quito’s Botanic Gardens are a lovely area to explore for both kids and adults alike. There is a cafe serving snacks and ice-cream, and adults can enjoy splendid views over the city and across to Panecillo hill. Children are entertained by a room full of soap bubbles, as well as an outside area with water fountains (take spare clothes!!) and a play area specifically for 2-5 year olds. It explains the history of Quito’s first water plant and while most of it is in Spanish there are some English explanations. The museum of water sits high up on the slopes of the Old Town and a taxi will take you here ($3 from the Old Town, $ 6 from the Mariscal – walking not recommended as it is very steep). Below, in no particular order, some of Kat’s tips for you and your family of what to do in Quito with kids. Entrance fees are typically low, and parks provide plenty of free fun. But Quito has a range of options that can keep little ones entertained and is well worth a visit. Visiting a big city can be daunting with children, especially when they are young.
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