Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana, Quito

Name: Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana
Address: De Diciembre 794 y Patria 6, Quito, 170150, Ecuador
Telephone: +593 2 902 262

#40 among attractions in Quito

Museum, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

La Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana is a cultural organization founded by Benjamín Carrión on August 9, 1944, during the presidency of Dr Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra. It was created to stimulate, to direct and to coordinate the development of an authentic national culture. Headquartered in Quito, it maintains several museums throughout Ecuador. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 0°12'35"S, 78°29'42"W

Address

De Diciembre 794 y Patria 6Itchimbía (El Ejido)Quito 170150 Ecuador

Contact

+593 2 902 262

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Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Basílica del Voto Nacional, Quito Astronomical Observatory, Parque La Alameda, Parque El Ejido.

0.9 miW
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
17 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...
0.6 miSW
Park
Parque La Alameda, Quito
16 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.
~1530 ftW
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.
~1000 ftN
0°12'25"S • 78°29'43"W
Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal, Quito
5 min walk • Shopping, Market, Arts and crafts
0.6 miSW
Park
La Alameda Park, Quito
17 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
24 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.
~210 ftS
Museum
Benjamín Carrión Palace, Quito
1 min walk • 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.
~840 ftE
Museum
Gustavo Orcés V. Natural History Museum, Quito
5 min walk • Gustavo Orcés V. Natural History Museum is a natural history museum in Quito, Ecuador. It was established in 2005.
0.5 miNW
0°12'13"S • 78°29'58"W
Centro Comercial QUitus, Quito
14 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.9 miNE
0°11'56"S • 78°29'16"W
Museo Mindalae, Quito
23 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana?

Nearby attractions include Museo del Banco Central, Quito (1 min walk), Benjamín Carrión Palace, Quito (1 min walk), Gustavo Orcés V. Natural History Museum, Quito (5 min walk), Mercado Artesanal La Mariscal, Quito (5 min walk).

How to get to Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana:

Bus

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

Metro

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

Train

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

Trolleybus

El Ejido • Lines: C1, C4 (10 min walk)
Mariscal • Lines: C1, C4 (12 min walk)