Puerto Quito
Ecuador · Provincia de PichinchaEC
Town and urban parish in Pichincha, Ecuador
Puerto Quito is a town and urban parish in the province of Pichincha, Ecuador. It is a developing area for ecotourism, with an abundance of wildlife, secondary jungle and waterfalls such as the Cascada Azul. It is beside a major bridge over the river Caoní on the main road from Quito to the coast. By road, Quito is 140 km away, or 3.5 hours by bus.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 3,833
- Coordinates
- 0.128, -79.213
- Timezone
- America/Guayaquil
- Elevation
- 135 m
Overview of Puerto Quito
Puerto Quito sits in Provincia de Pichincha, Ecuador and reads as a village. The population is roughly 3,833. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Travel interests covered here include nature and wellness.
Things to do in Puerto Quito
Nature in Puerto Quito
(2)Our data lists Natural Places and Nature as nature options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Puerto Quito.
Wellness in Puerto Quito
(1)Under wellness, Puerto Quito is tagged with Ranches. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Puerto Quito.
Best time to visit Puerto Quito
For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Puerto Quito is easiest with a car once you are in Provincia de Pichincha. Puerto Quito runs on America/Guayaquil time.
Similar destinations
Places near Puerto Quito that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Puerto Quito known for?
- In Provincia de Pichincha, Ecuador, Puerto Quito stands out for nature and wellness. That mix defines the typical visit to this 3,833-strong destination.
- What can you do in Puerto Quito?
- Options in Puerto Quito run to Natural Places, Nature and Ranches — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Puerto Quito?
- For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
- Where is Puerto Quito located?
- You will find Puerto Quito in Provincia de Pichincha, Ecuador. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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