Timeline
16:57
Grab a quick bite or coffee. Pim's is a reliable local franchise with a location just 2 minutes from the hill base, open until 23:00 on weekdays.
17:27
Take a taxi up to the La Vírgen del Panecillo statue. Wait here as the light turns golden. The statue faces outward, offering a wide view of the city below as the sun sets toward the WSW.
18:57
Head down to Sonata Bar. It is an 11-minute walk from the landmark and offers a mix of national and international food, cocktails, and live music. It opens at 17:00, so it will be lively by the time you arrive after dark.
Local tip
Never walk up the hill to La Vírgen del Panecillo. The ascent can be dangerous, so always take a taxi or a bus.
Check before you go
- Pim's is open Mo-Sa 12:00-23:00 and Su 12:00-18:00.
- Sonata Bar is open daily 17:00-24:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Quito (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).