Capital
Quito
Population
17.6M
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Best Time to Visit
June–September
#50
World Tourism Rank
0.3%
of World Land Area
5
UNESCO Sites
2
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: June–September
Ecuador is named after the equator, and near Quito you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere.
The Galapagos Islands, part of Ecuador, inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection.
Snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos was the wildlife encounter of a lifetime.
- A traveler on visiting Ecuador
Ecuador packs an incredible diversity of landscapes into a compact country straddling the equator, from the Galapagos Islands and Pacific coastline to the Andean highlands and Amazon rainforest. The Galapagos Islands offer once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters with species found nowhere else on Earth, while Quito's beautifully preserved colonial center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its affordable travel, stunning Avenue of the Volcanoes, and rich indigenous cultures, Ecuador is a South American gem.
Must-see attractions, landmarks, and hidden gems
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