Latacunga
Ecuador · Provincia de CotopaxiEC
City in Cotopaxi, Ecuador
Latacunga is a plateau city of Ecuador, capital of the Cotopaxi Province, 89 km (55 mi) south of Quito, near the confluence of the Alaquez and Cutuchi rivers to form the Patate, the headstream of the Pastaza. At the time of census 2022 Latacunga had a population of 77,267 largely mestizo and indigenous.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 77,267
- Coordinates
- -0.935, -78.616
- Timezone
- America/Guayaquil
- Elevation
- 2770 m
Overview of Latacunga
Latacunga is the kind of compact city you find in Provincia de Cotopaxi, Ecuador. It counts about 77,267 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are nature, sports and adventure. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 2,770 metres.
Things to do in Latacunga
Nature in Latacunga
(14)The nature shortlist for Latacunga: Caves, Countryside, Geological Formations, Lakes and Mountains. All of it is drawn from Latacunga's recorded activities. That is 14 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Sports in Latacunga
(12)On the sports side, Latacunga offers Biking, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Hunting and Skateboard. All of it is drawn from Latacunga's recorded activities. That is 12 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Latacunga
(9)Adventure in Latacunga covers Adventure, Adventure Parks, Climbing, Escape Room and Off Road Trails. In all, 9 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Latacunga.
Culture in Latacunga
(8)Looking for culture? Latacunga has Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Cathedrals, Churches and Historical Sites. The full list runs to 8 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Latacunga.
Nightlife in Latacunga
(6)Looking for nightlife? Latacunga has Casinos, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. In all, 6 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Latacunga.
Wellness in Latacunga
(3)The wellness shortlist for Latacunga: Hammam, Spa and Therms. Everything listed here comes from what Latacunga is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Latacunga
(2)Under family, Latacunga is tagged with Aquariums and Water Parks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Latacunga.
Shopping in Latacunga
(1)Shopping in Latacunga covers Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Latacunga.
Water Sports in Latacunga
(1)Looking for water sports? Latacunga has Water Sports. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Latacunga.
More to do in Latacunga
(1)Latacunga's other activities entries include Secret. All of it is drawn from Latacunga's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Latacunga
December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to June to August. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Reach Latacunga by regional transport from the nearest hub in Provincia de Cotopaxi; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: America/Guayaquil.
Similar destinations
Places near Latacunga that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Latacunga known for?
- Latacunga, in Provincia de Cotopaxi, Ecuador, is best known for nature, sports and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 77,267 residents.
- What can you do in Latacunga?
- Recorded activities in Latacunga include Caves, Countryside, Geological Formations, Lakes and Mountains. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Latacunga?
- December to March brings the conditions water activities need. Choose October to November and March to April for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to June to August. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Latacunga located?
- Latacunga is located in Provincia de Cotopaxi, Ecuador. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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