Itchimbia cultural complex and park, Quito

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Itchimbia cultural complex and park (address: Calle Iquique and Jose Maria Aguirre) is a place located in Quito (Pichincha province) and belongs to the category of art gallery, museum, shopping.

It is situated at an altitude of 9482 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 0°13'12"S latitude and 78°30'6"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Itchimbia cultural complex and park is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Don Bosco (bus, 8 min walk), Banco Central (trolleybus, 9 min walk), La Alameda (train, 9 min walk), La Alameda (metro, 9 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Itchimbía (park, 6 min walk), Quito Astronomical Observatory (museum, 9 min walk), Quito Observatory (museum, 9 min walk).

Coordinates: 0°13'12"S, 78°30'6"W

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Calle Iquique and Jose Maria AguirreItchimbíaQuito 170150 Ecuador

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Nearby attractions include: Carondelet Palace, Basílica del Voto Nacional, Quito Astronomical Observatory, Cathedral of Quito.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Itchimbia cultural complex and park?

Nearby attractions include Itchimbía, Quito (6 min walk), Quito Astronomical Observatory, Quito (9 min walk), Quito Observatory, Quito (9 min walk), La Alameda Park, Quito (10 min walk).

How to get to Itchimbia cultural complex and park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Itchimbia cultural complex and park:

Bus

Don Bosco • Lines: Catar-064 (8 min walk)
Simón Bolívar • Lines: E1, E3 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Banco Central • Lines: C1, C4 (9 min walk)
Hermano Miguel • Lines: C1, C4 (9 min walk)

Train

La Alameda (9 min walk)
El Ejido (20 min walk)

Metro

La Alameda • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (9 min walk)
El Ejido • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (20 min walk)