TOURIST PLACES

OF
GUAYAQUIL
Is Guayaquil Worth Visiting?
Guayaquil is a popular transit hub for travellers, as it’s home to Ecuador’s second
busiest international airport, is the only connection to the Galapagos Islands, and has a
major bus terminal for those traveling throughout Ecuador and into Peru. Therefore,
Guayaquil is often a place that travellers stop into when taking a trip through Ecuador.

Why is Guayaquil Worth Visiting?

Guayaquil has recently gone through a resurgence. Many successful renewal projects
have been implemented throughout the city, in addition to an assortment of new
attractions. What once may have been considered a big grimy city, now boasts upscale
dining districts and sparkling clean waterfront promenades. It’s a changed place!

In the past decade alone, Guayaquil has developed the creative architecture of
Ecuador’s tallest building, erected the largest Ferris wheel in South America, opened up
many trendy entertainment complexes, and introduced a handful of brand-new tourism
initiatives.

We found that almost all the main things to do in Guayaquil are completely free, or very
inexpensive. Guayaquil is a particularly budget-friendly city in South America and it’s
easily possible to explore Guayaquil on a budget. Know that all of the recommendations
throughout this Guayaquil travel guide come with prices listed that all budgets can
afford.
Stroll the Malecon 2000
If you were to do only one thing in Guayaquil, our suggestion is to take a leisurely stroll
along the Malecon 2000. This pleasant 2.5-kilometer riverfront promenade not only
takes in excellent views of the river Guayas, but winds its way through gardens,
monuments, museums, restaurants, and shopping complexes.

La Perla:
Take a Ride One of South America’s Largest Ferris Wheels. One of those attractions to
check out along Malecón 2000 is definitely La Perla! “The Pearl,” as it translates to in
English, was completed in 2015, becoming what was touted as the largest ferris wheel
in South America upon
opening.
Las Peñas:
Climb the 444 Steps of Cerro Santa Ana could be very funny. On the northern fringe of
Malecon 2000 is where to find what is arguably the most beautiful neighbourhoods in
Guayaquil, Las Peñas. It’s a historic neighbourhood that dates back over 400 years!

Torre de Reloj
The Torre de Reloj, or the Clock Tower, has a long history in Guayaquil. The oldest part
of the edifice is the clock face, which was purchased from England in 1842. It has
resided in many locations since, but has found its latest home in the Torre Morisca, or
the Moorish Tower, not far from the historic Palacio Municipal.
IGUANA PARK
Perhaps the most famous park in Guayaquil, Iguana Park, also known as Parque
Seminario, sits just in front of the Catedral Municipal. Though it is most famous for its
reptile residents, it is actually a memorial to Simón Bolivar, the famous South American
who helped win the independence of Gran Colombia from Spain.

BOSQUE PROTECTOR CERRO BLANCO

This small reserve just outside the Guayaquil city limits carves out a small habitat for the
endangered coastal howler monkey. The land is all tropical dry forest and is home to 53
other species of animals, including wildcats, and over 200 species of birds. They have
an extensive network of hiking trails as well as places for group picnics.

Miss: Pamela Saldarriaga

Course: 5th grade