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Botanical Gardens

Jardin Botanico

It's a wonderful escape from the city, with all of Ecuador's ecosystems represented with a wide variety of flora. You can take a guided tour or just wander. The highlight for many people are the two glassed-in orchidariums.

outdoors

Address: Pasaje # 34 Interior Parque de Rumipamba E6-264
Getting there: on the south side of Parque La Carolina
Hours: Fri-Sun 10ː00-15ː00
Price: $10 for adults, $5 students
Website: jardinbotanicoquito.com (opens in a new tab)

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