Benjamín Carrión Palace, Quito

Name: Benjamín Carrión Palace
Address: Quito, Ecuador

#30 among attractions in Quito

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Benjamín Carrión Palace is a palace and museum in Quito, Ecuador. Named after Benjamín Carrión, a diplomat, cultural promoter, and an Ecuadorian writer. The palace was built in 1946–8. The building is located in the district of Itchimbía, near the border with La Mariscal. Its south side is adjacent to El Arbolito and was one of the first structures completed in the complex of buildings which create the Cultural Center of Ecuador. ()

Local name: Palacio Benjamín Carrión Architectural style: Classical architectureCoordinates: 0°12'37"S, 78°29'42"W

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Itchimbía (El Ejido)Quito Ecuador

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Benjamín Carrión Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Basílica del Voto Nacional, Quito Astronomical Observatory, Itchimbía, Municipality of Quito.

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Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Basílica del Voto Nacional, Quito
24 min walk • Rising majestically above the historic streets of Quito, Ecuador, the Basílica del Voto Nacional is a marvel of neo-Gothic architecture and a deeply revered religious site. Constructed in the late 19th century, this grand church stands as a testament to Ecuador's...
0.6 miSW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums, Science museum
Quito Astronomical Observatory, Quito
16 min walk • The Quito Astronomical Observatory, nestled in the bustling capital city of Ecuador, is a beacon of scientific heritage and education. As one of the earliest observatories in South America, it stands as a testament to the region's historical commitment to astronomy...
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Park
Itchimbía, Quito
24 min walk • Itchimbía Park is a green oasis located on a hill in the heart of Quito, Ecuador, offering visitors not only solace in the shade of trees but also unforgettable views of the historic city center. This urban park stretches over an area of about 54 hectares and is one...
1.3 miSW
City hall
Municipality of Quito, Quito
35 min walk • Nestled within the heart of the Andean capital, the Municipality of Quito serves as the administrative and political hub of this vibrant city, which is also the capital of Ecuador. This city hall is not just a place of governance but an emblem of Quito's rich history...
1.3 miW
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
La Merced, Quito
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Quito, Ecuador, La Merced stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and colonial history. This magnificent church, a jewel of Baroque architecture, has been a beacon of faith and culture since its consecration in the early 18th...
1.4 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Bolívar, Quito
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Quito, Ecuador, Teatro Bolívar stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and performing arts in the bustling capital city. This venerable theatre, with its rich history and architectural charm, has been a centerpiece of Quito's cultural life for...
0.6 miSW
Park
Parque La Alameda, Quito
15 min walk • Parque La Alameda is a park in the Old Centre part of Quito, Ecuador. It is located southeast of Parque Julio Montevelle and east of Parque de La Basílica.
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Park
Parque El Ejido, Quito
8 min walk • Parque El Ejido is a park located along Avenue Patria in the Old Centre part of Quito, Ecuador. It is the third-largest park in the city. Estadio El Ejido is located nearby. The park hosts exhibitions on the weekend.
0.6 miSW
Park
La Alameda Park, Quito
16 min walk • La Alameda Park is a park in Quito. This park is shaped like a triangle bounded by the streets Gran Colombia, Sodiro and 10 de Agosto. It is the oldest park in the city, its composition dates from 1596 with an area of 6.3 hectares. The park is also known as 'Chuquihuada'.
0.9 miSW
Park, Church, Historical place
Parque de La Basílica, Quito
23 min walk • Parque de La Basílica is a park in the Old Centre part of Quito, Ecuador. It is located south of Parque Julio Montevelle and west of Parque La Alameda.
1.1 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Museo Camilo Egas, Quito
29 min walk • The Museo Camilo Egas is an Ecuadorian art museum about the modernist painter Camilo Egas. It was established in 1980 and located in Quito, Ecuador.

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Which popular attractions are close to Benjamín Carrión Palace?

Nearby attractions include Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Quito (1 min walk), Museo del Banco Central, Quito (2 min walk), Gustavo Orcés V. Natural History Museum, Quito (4 min walk), Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador, Quito (6 min walk).

How to get to Benjamín Carrión Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Benjamín Carrión Palace:

Bus

Casa de la Cultura • Lines: E1, E3 (3 min walk)
Patria-6 de diciembre O-E • Lines: Transplaneta-040 (4 min walk)

Train

El Ejido (4 min walk)
La Alameda (15 min walk)

Metro

El Ejido • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (4 min walk)
La Alameda • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (15 min walk)

Trolleybus

El Ejido • Lines: C1, C4 (10 min walk)
Mariscal • Lines: C1, C4 (13 min walk)