Santa Elena Region · Best Landmarks · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Landmarks in Santa Elena Region

Discover the best landmarks in Santa Elena Region. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best landmarks in Santa Elena Region

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Malecon 2000

Experience Guayaquil's heart at Malecón 2000: a vibrant blend of history, culture, and stunning riverfront views along the Guayas River.

Simon Bolivar Palacios, Guayaquil 090313
4.6 Excellent 77,679 reviews
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Middle of the World City

Experience the thrill of standing in two hemispheres at once at this iconic equatorial landmark near Quito, Ecuador.

Av. Manuel Córdova Galarza SN, Quito 170311
4.7 Excellent 30,095 reviews
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Guayaquil Historical Park

Discover Guayaquil's rich history, culture, and biodiversity in this expansive park with wildlife, architecture, and traditions zones.

Av. Rio Esmeraldas, Samborondón 092301
4.6 Excellent 10,671 reviews
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Independence Square

Discover Quito's heart at Independence Square: a historic landmark surrounded by colonial architecture and vibrant Ecuadorian culture.

and Chile St Venezuela, García Moreno N5-16, Quito 170401
4.6 Excellent 18,196 reviews
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La Chocolatera

Discover La Chocolatera in Salinas: Where powerful waves meet dramatic cliffs, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of nature's beauty and marine life.

Salinas
4.8 Excellent 7,895 reviews
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Parque Nacional Cotopaxi

Discover the majestic Cotopaxi Volcano and its surrounding national park: hiking, wildlife, and breathtaking Andean scenery await!

Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
4.8 Excellent 2,479 reviews
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Reserva de Produccion Faunistica Chimborazo

Discover Ecuador's highlands: witness vicuñas roam free beneath the majestic Chimborazo volcano in this protected Andean reserve.

Km 32 en la Vía Riobamba, Riobamba
4.7 Excellent 2,676 reviews
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Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

Experience the beauty of Ecuador's coast at Royal Decameron Punta Centinela: all-inclusive beachfront relaxation and adventure await!

Km. 10.5 vía Santa Elena, Santa Elena
4.4 Very Good 5,858 reviews
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Parque El Ejido

Experience Quito's vibrant culture and natural beauty in this lively park, a hub for art, recreation, and local traditions.

QGR2+8GX, Quito 170136
4.2 Very Good 24,174 reviews
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Pumapungo Museum

Discover Ecuador's heritage at Pumapungo Museum in Cuenca: Incan ruins, ethnographic exhibits, and vibrant gardens await!

Calle Larga 182, Cuenca 010107
4.7 Excellent 4,208 reviews

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