Teatro Sucre, Quito

Name: Teatro Sucre
Address: Manabí N8-131, Quito, Ecuador

#39 among attractions in Quito

Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Theater

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Facts and practical information

The Teatro Nacional Sucre is one of the oldest opera houses in South America and in the city of Quito, as well as the most prestigious theater in Ecuador. It was built between 1879 and 1886 by order of President Ignacio de Veintimilla, following a European-inspired model, as it is an Italian-style theater. When it was inaugurated, José María Plácido Caamaño governed the Republic.

It is one of the oldest opera houses in South America, since it was inaugurated in 1886, before the Cristóbal Colón Theatre in Bogotá, the Amazonas in Manaus and the Colón in Buenos Aires.

The stage of the Sucre has witnessed not only the greatest theatrical and orchestral works that have passed through the country, but also served as a venue for events of national political life, such as the presidential inauguration of some presidents, the mayors of the capital, and other important events.

The Fundación Teatro Nacional Sucre, which depends on the capital's Cabildo, administers the theater, which although it was state-owned passed to the Municipality of Quito. The Foundation also manages the Mexico Theater, the Variedades Theater, the Mama Cuchara Cultural Center, the Foundation House and the Theater Café.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 0°13'7"S, 78°30'32"W

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Manabí N8-131Centro Histórico (González Suárez)Quito Ecuador

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Teatro Sucre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Sucre?

Nearby attractions include Plaza del Teatro, Quito (1 min walk), Museo Camilo Egas, Quito (3 min walk), Museo de San Agustín, Quito (5 min walk), Palacio Arzobispal, Quito (6 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Sucre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Sucre:

Trolleybus

Plaza del Teatro • Lines: C1, C4 (1 min walk)
Plaza Marin • Lines: C1, C4 (3 min walk)

Bus

Marin • Lines: 7 De Mayo-033, 7 De Mayo-144, Alborada-022, Catar-113, Condor Mirador-155, Juan Pablo Ii-121, Juan Pablo Ii-126, Latina-068, Monserrat-031, Paquisha-106, Quiteno Libre-118, Quiteno Libre-119, Quito-056, Quitumbe-050, Quitumbe-137, San Cristobal-018, San Cristobal-029, Setramas-059, Transheroica-049, Transheroica-146, Transplaneta-078, Transplaneta-78A, Transplaneta-78B, Transplaneta-78C, Transporsel-097, Transzeta-152, Vencedores De Pichincha-024, Vencedores De Pichincha-047 (10 min walk)
La Marín Central • Lines: E1, E3, Metro-Bus Corredor Central Norte, Metrobus-Q (6 min walk)

Train

San Francisco (11 min walk)
La Alameda (15 min walk)

Metro

San Francisco • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (11 min walk)
La Alameda • Lines: Metro Línea 1 (15 min walk)