A cable car to 4,050 m on Pichincha, with a ridge walk towards the Rucu summit.
Related activities
Old town walking tour
Colonial churches, plazas and the Basílica towers.
Pichincha ridge acclimatisation walk
Cable car and a high ridge walk to prepare for volcano days.
How to get to TelefériQo
TelefériQo sits in Quito, Ecuador. Most visitors base themselves in Quito and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Quito historic centre, Mitad del Mundo, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
Plan about 4h for a typical visit.
Best time to visit TelefériQo
For Quito in general: June to September for clear mornings; rain most afternoons otherwise.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Old town walking tour, Pichincha ridge acclimatisation walk.
TelefériQo FAQ
How long should I spend at TelefériQo?
A typical visit takes about 4h.
Where is TelefériQo?
TelefériQo is in Quito, Ecuador.
When is the best time to visit TelefériQo?
June to September for clear mornings; rain most afternoons otherwise.
What is near TelefériQo?
Nearby places include Quito historic centre, Mitad del Mundo.
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