Fold and Fly Travel: Guayaquil

Guayaquil Ecuador

Guayaquil is the largest and most populous city in Ecuador. Guayaquil is situated on the west bank of the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Guayaquil. The climate is hot and generally humid. Guayaquil is a very modern city and the nation's main port. The oldest part of Guayaquil, Las Peñas, has been restored to an attractive neighbourhood with art galleries, cafés, shops, bars and restaurants. Las Peñas neighbourhood is located on Cerro Santa Anna. It is a picturesque neighbourhood full of colourful colonial houses. At the top of the hill there is a lighthouse, go to the top for outstanding views over Guayaquil. The Malecon 2000, on the Rio Guayas, is the city’s most famous landmark. Malecon 2000 is a long promenade area along the river that is beautiful and full of things to keep you entertained. Located in the middle of the Malecon, we have La Rotonda", an impressive monument that commemorates the famous meeting of Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin to discuss independence. The other places that are worth a visit are Malecon Salado, Parque Historico, Cerro Blanco and the Botanical Gardens. Guayaquil is a vibrant sprawling metropolis known for being the "Pacific Pearl" due to its natural beauty and marvellous surroundings. Don’t let Quito know, but some say that Guayaquil is Ecuador's best destination.

Recommended airport

Jose Joaquin De Olmedo Intl (GYE)

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