When you’re visiting somewhere new, it’s always good to do a little research first, to find out the best things to see and do, so you can focus your time on the things that interest you the most. If you have ever been to Ecuador then you’re in for a treat; full of nature, culture, history, and scenes like they’re out of a travel brochure. Dreaming of this wonderful, exotic destination? You can find affordable flights to Guayaquil with LAN .
If you’re heading to Guayaquil then you have more than enough things to keep you occupied, with some amazing sights to see. If you need a little inspiration, here are ten ideas of must-see things.
Parque Historico Guayaquil
Great for nature lovers, here you can see some of Ecuador’s native wildlife, right in the heart of the city. This is a zoo and botanical garden all within one.
Malecon 2000
A great place to sit and watch the world go by, this is an urban renewal project which gives you a good blend of history and nature. Great for a coffee and people watching, this area stretches along the Rio Guayas and is a great place for foodies.
Cerro Santa Ana
This particular region used to be a very poor area of the city, but it has been regenerated into a beautiful area of the city, containing a 465ft stairway, surrounded by pastel coloured houses, restaurants and galleries. Historic but modern at the same time, basically very pretty.
Head to the Galapagos
A day trip out to the natural wonders of the Galapagos should certainly be done whilst you’re so close. You can see those famous giant turtles, check out the wonder of nature, and basically bask in the fact that you’re in one of the most unspoilt places left on earth.
Hacienda La Danesa
A great place to experience Ecuador’s unique culture, right in the heart of nature. Ecuador is great for outdoor activities, and here you can enjoy horseback riding, traditional cuisine, and culture.
Parque de las Iguanas
Obviously the large lizard known as the iguana is famed in Ecuador, and the chance to touch and feed them in their own habitat is something you shouldn’t be missing out on.
Catedral Metropolitana de Guayaquil
Great for fans of architecture, this is a beautiful building you shouldn’t be missing the chance to explore.
Churute Mangroves Ecological Reserve
Another for fans of nature; basically the area around Guayaquil is stunning, so you should be checking it out.
Iglesia San Jacinto del Morro
The buildings are beautiful around Guayaquil and you should certainly be checking this one out, in traditional colonial style.
Santay Island
A castaway destination which is part of a protected area, you can expect something amazing here. Surrounded by the Guayas River, wildlife is here in abundance, and this is a great place to sit back
and relax.
