Nightlife in Quito
Quito has a good sprinkling of atmospheric bars and clubs, most of them in the New Town. La Mariscal is a favourite with foreign visitors, especially Varadero and the Turtle's Head. Locals prefer jazz bar El Pobre Diablo, themed clubs and salsatecas. The Old Town is more cultural with an arty vibe in Cafelibro and classical music and ballet at the Sucre National Theatre. Most establishments close by 2am.
Bars
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1. Turtle's Head - Bars
Show moreIf in need of a good draft beer and the company of Europeans and Americans, head to the Turtle's Head, a lively Scottish pub in La Mariscal. It has its own micro-brewery and quality fish and chips. A dart board and pool table encourage travellers to make friends in casual surrounds.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
626, La Niña & Amazonas (between Amazonas and Juan León Mera), La Mariscal, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 256 5544
Transport
Taxi
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2. Varadero - Bars
Show moreVaradero in La Mariscal might be a small bar but it's popular with both young locals and foreigners. Come for the Cuban and Caribbean rhythms, live bands two nights a week - and the refreshing and zingy mojito cocktails.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1751, Reina Victoria and La Pinta, La Mariscal, New Town, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 254 2575
Transport
Taxi
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3. La Boca del Lobo - Bars
Show moreA gay-friendly bar and restaurant in a grand old house in the Mariscal district, La Boca del Lobo is vibrant and colourful place with dim lighting, imaginative decor and electronic music. Order an equally multi-coloured cocktail from the extensive list.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
284, Calama y Reina Victoria, Quito
Telephone
+583 (0) 2 2234 083
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4. El Pobre Diablo - Bars
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El Pobre Diablo in the New Town bathes in low lights and wall art, making a popular place for intimate, relaxed drinks or dinner. Choose from the extensive drinks menu or enjoy good-value, bistro-style food. There's also live jazz and alternative sounds every Wednesday and Thursday.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
E12-06 , Isabel La Católica & Galavis, New Town, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 223 5194
Clubs
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5. Seseribó - Clubs
Show moreThis is the club for salsa lovers. Probably the best and most popular salsoteca in Quito, Seseribó pumps out infectious Latino beats in a packed party atmosphere. A cover charge of $8 (£5) is common after 10pm.
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6. Retro Bar - Clubs
Show moreThe uniquely-themed and very fashionable red-lit Retro Bar in the New Town specialises in cocktails and music video-clips from the 1980s. Expect everything from Meatloaf and The Cure to covers played by the house band. There are various themed nights.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Oe3-414, Avenida República (between Mañosca and América), New Town, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 99 469 917
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7. Sucre National Theatre - Entertainment
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The renovated Belle-Epoque Sucre National Theatre in the Old Town is worth visiting just for the grand decor. It also has a full and varied programme of concerts, ballet and theatre. Linger at Cafe del Teatro for live jazz.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
N8-131, Calle Manabí (between Guayaquil & Flores), Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 257 2823
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8. La Naranjilla Mecánica - Entertainment
Show moreLa Naranjilla Mecánica (Clockwork Orange), in Quito's Mariscal district is lavishly decorated and has a busy agenda of temporary art exhibitions and cinema screenings. Indulge in the delicious cocktails and lounge on comfortable sofas to the sound of ambient grooves.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
N22-43, Tamayo y Veintimilla, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 2526 468
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9. Cafelibro - Entertainment
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Cafelibro is a relaxed New Town café that comes to life at night with Quito's artistic elite, along with plenty of wannabes. There are evenings dedicated to salsa and tango dancing, live music from rock 'n' roll to pasodoble, as well as poetry readings, discussions and exhibitions.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
N23-56 , Calle Leonidas Plaza (between Wilson & Ventimilla), New Town, Quito
Telephone
+593 (0) 2 250 3214
