Palacio Arzobispal, Quito

Name: Palacio Arzobispal
Address: Calle Chile, Quito, 170150, Ecuador

#42 among attractions in Quito

Museum, Architecture, Historical place

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Palacio Arzobispal (address: Calle Chile) is a place located in Quito (Pichincha province) and belongs to the category of museum, architecture, historical place.

It is situated at an altitude of 9272 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 0°13'11"S latitude and 78°30'42"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Palacio Arzobispal is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Plaza Chica (trolleybus, 3 min walk), San Francisco (train, 6 min walk), San Francisco (metro, 6 min walk), Marin (bus, 6 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Plaza de la Independencia (park, 2 min walk), Municipality of Quito (city hall, 2 min walk), Carondelet Palace (palace, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 0°13'11"S, 78°30'42"W

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Calle ChileCentro Histórico (González Suárez)Quito 170150 Ecuador

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Palacio Arzobispal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Palacio Arzobispal open?

Palacio Arzobispal is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Palacio Arzobispal?

Nearby attractions include Plaza de la Independencia, Quito (2 min walk), Municipality of Quito, Quito (2 min walk), Carondelet Palace, Quito (2 min walk), Cathedral of Quito, Quito (3 min walk).

How to get to Palacio Arzobispal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palacio Arzobispal:

Trolleybus

Plaza Chica • Lines: C1, C4 (3 min walk)
Plaza del Teatro • Lines: C1, C4 (6 min walk)

Train

San Francisco (6 min walk)
La Alameda (20 min walk)

Metro

San Francisco • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (6 min walk)
La Alameda • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (20 min walk)

Bus

Marin • Lines: Condor Mirador-155, Latina-068, Transporsel-097, Transzeta-152 (6 min walk)
La Marín Central • Lines: E1, E3, Metro-Bus Corredor Central Norte, Metrobus-Q (7 min walk)