Guayaquil Holidays

Guayaquil is an enchantingseaside town that's hot and humid. It's a pleasure to explore, perfectly blending natural and architectural elements.

Visit Guayaquil

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Place or Historical Monument
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Guayaquil: How to get there?

30min flight from Quito

Guayaquil: See when to go?

From June to September

Guayaquil: For how long?

One day

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Guayaquil: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Anonymous

Travel writer

Guayaquil is an enchantingseaside town that's hot and humid. It's a pleasure to explore, perfectly blending natural and architectural elements.

My suggestion

The walk along the 'Malecon 2000' is fabulous. The park lines the banks of the Guayas River, a haven that's home to several species of trees and magnificent tropical flowers. It was one of my favourite memories of Guayaquil!

David Debrincat

Travel writer

Lying 420 kilometres from the capital Quito, Guayaquil is the sprawling economic capital of Ecuador.

My suggestion

Though the Malecón down by the ocean is a safe place to visit, Guayaquil does have problems with crime and security in general. There's no need to worry excessively, but do make sure you don't have any valuables or signs of wealth on show, and don't walk around after dark.

Anonymous

Travel writer

The country's second largest town, beside the Pacific, Guyaquil doesn't have a great reputation but is nonetheless worth visiting for a day if you are staying in Ecuador.

My suggestion

Be careful in the evening, the centre of town empties out and the deserted streets don't feel very safe.

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