{"id":40898,"date":"2024-06-30T14:09:27","date_gmt":"2024-06-30T17:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=40898"},"modified":"2026-03-28T14:32:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T17:32:13","slug":"que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Guayaquil, Ecuador: a city that didn't convince"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"translation-block\">Guayaquil wasn't a city I was too impressed with. Aside from its famous <strong>Malec\u00f3n<\/strong>, which is well-maintained and offers a pleasant space for strolling, and the path to the top of <strong>Cerro Santa Ana<\/strong>, which is very picturesque, the rest of the city gave me a very different feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I found myself in an environment that didn't quite convince me, and where insecurity was easily felt on the streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, the dirt and neglect in several areas take away much of its charm, especially if you've been touring other Ecuadorian cities with more history, colonial architecture, or nearby nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, I think it's a destination that many of us end up visiting because it's an important connection point, and that's why I'm going to tell you about my experience in this city in Ecuador.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-800x450.webp\" alt=\"Malec\u00f3n 2000 de Guayaquil - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-40989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-600x337.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil01.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Guayaquil's Malec\u00f3n 2000 \u2013 Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eaf5e8a0852\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eaf5e8a0852\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Donde_esta_ubicado_Guayaquil\" >Where is Guayaquil located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#%C2%BFEs_Guayaquil_inseguro\" >Is Guayaquil unsafe?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Algunos_consejos_practicos_de_seguridad_en_Guayaquil\" >Some practical safety tips in Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Encuentro_entre_San_Martin_y_Bolivar_en_Guayaquil\" >Meeting between San Mart\u00edn and Bol\u00edvar in Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Mapa_con_las_mejores_atracciones_para_ver_en_Guayaquil\" >Map with the best attractions to see in Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Mejores_cosas_para_hacer_en_Guayaquil\" >Best things to do in Guayaquil<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Pasear_por_el_Malecon_2000\" >Stroll along the Malec\u00f3n 2000<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Paseo_en_catamaran_por_el_rio_Guayas\" >Catamaran ride along the Guayas River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Subir_al_Cerro_Santa_Ana\" >Climb Santa Ana Hill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Recorrer_Las_Penas\" >Walk through the Las Pe\u00f1as<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Visitar_el_Parque_Seminario_Parque_de_las_Iguanas\" >Visit Seminario Park (Iguana Park)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Actividades_organizadas_en_Guayaquil\" >Activities organized in Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Como_ir_de_Guayaquil_a_Cuenca_la_costa_y_Galapagos\" >How to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, the coast, and the Galapagos<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#De_Guayaquil_a_Cuenca\" >From Guayaquil to Cuenca<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#De_Guayaquil_a_Montanita_Puerto_Lopez_y_la_costa\" >From Guayaquil to Monta\u00f1ita, Puerto Lopez and the coast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Como_ir_a_Galapagos_desde_Guayaquil\" >How to get to the Galapagos from Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Como_llegar_del_aeropuerto_al_centro_de_Guayaquil\" >How to get from the airport to downtown Guayaquil<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Uber_taxi_transporte_privado\" >Uber, taxi, transporte privado<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Bus\" >Bus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Mix_entre_Uber_y_Bus\" >Mix between Uber and Bus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Donde_hospedarse_en_Guayaquil\" >Where to stay in Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Reflexiones_finales_sobre_Guayaquil\" >Final thoughts on Guayaquil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/#Guarda_este_post_en_Pinterest\" >Save this post on Pinterest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_esta_ubicado_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Where is Guayaquil located?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Guayaquil is located on Ecuador's Pacific coast, within the region known as the Ecuadorian Coast. It sits on the banks of the Guayas River, which historically made it a strategic port and the main gateway for goods entering and exiting the country.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil02.jpg\" alt=\"Cartel de Guayaquil en el Malec\u00f3n\" class=\"wp-image-40990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil02-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil02-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Guayaquil sign on the Malecon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It is the largest city in Ecuador and also one of its main economic centers, although it does not have the same tourist appeal as Quito or Cuenca. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its proximity to the ocean and international routes has established it as a key connection point, both for those arriving by plane and for those traveling to the coastal region or the Galapagos Islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-ecuador-playas-volcanes-y-selva\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laguna de Quilotoa - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-3303 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/blog06-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-ecuador-playas-volcanes-y-selva\/\">My visit to Guayaquil is part of a 2-week itinerary traveling through Ecuador.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFEs_Guayaquil_inseguro\"><\/span>Is Guayaquil unsafe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the cities I visited in Ecuador, Guayaquil was the only one where I truly felt unsafe on the streets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I spent a couple of days walking around it, and beyond the tourist spots like the Malec\u00f3n and Cerro Santa Ana, I found it uncomfortable to move around in other areas. Several times I felt like some people were looking at me strangely, and on more than one occasion I even felt like someone was following me a few steps behind, as if to see where I was going.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil14.jpg\" alt=\"Centro de Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-41002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil14.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil14-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil14-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Downtown Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>That perception stayed with me throughout my visit and made a difference compared to Quito, Cuenca, or other cities in the country, where I never experienced that discomfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, my recommendation is not to walk alone in Guayaquil outside of the tourist areas, especially at night. The safest option is to stay within the controlled circuit of the Malec\u00f3n, Las Pe\u00f1as, and Cerro Santa Ana, and to get around, use Uber or safe taxis instead of walking long distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-banos-de-agua-santa-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador29-600x352.jpg\" alt=\"Ba\u00f1os - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-2997 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador29-600x352.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador29-800x469.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador29-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador29.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-banos-de-agua-santa-ecuador\/\">Ba\u00f1os de Agua Santa, waterfalls, volcanoes and a paradise for adventure tourism<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Algunos_consejos_practicos_de_seguridad_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Some practical safety tips in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Avoid displaying valuables<\/strong> such as cameras, expensive watches, or large phones on the street.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Keep your money in different places<\/strong>, not all in the same wallet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Use backpacks or closed bags<\/strong> and, if possible, carry them forward in crowded areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Always check with locals or accommodation providers<\/strong> to see which areas to avoid, as the security situation may vary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>At night, I always preferred Uber or reliable taxis<\/strong> instead of walking, even for short distances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encuentro_entre_San_Martin_y_Bolivar_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Meeting between San Mart\u00edn and Bol\u00edvar in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Guayaquil, on July 26 and 27, 1822, the famous \"Guayaquil Interview\" took place between the liberators Jos\u00e9 de San Mart\u00edn and Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar, a decisive moment in the process of Latin American independence. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"518\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil03-518x800.jpg\" alt=\"Monumento del encuentro entre San Mart\u00edn y Bolivar en Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil03-518x800.jpg 518w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil03-259x400.jpg 259w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil03.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 518px) 100vw, 518px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Monument to the meeting between San Mart\u00edn and Bol\u00edvar in Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Although there are no official records or reliable witnesses of what exactly was discussed, it is known that the two leaders discussed the strategy for ending the war against Spanish rule and the political future of the newly free states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>San Mart\u00edn proposed unifying the commands and achieving more effective coordination, but Bol\u00edvar, although respectful of San Mart\u00edn's military genius, did not accept this subordination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the interview, San Mart\u00edn resigned from his posts in Peru and gradually withdrew from public life, leaving Bol\u00edvar to act as the main leader in future campaigns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This event symbolizes the convergence and divergence between two different visions for Latin America, and Guayaquil was chosen as a neutral point for this exchange of views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/tour-por-la-reserva-de-cuyabeno-de-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador32.jpg\" alt=\"Reserva Cuyabeno - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-3000 size-medium\"\/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/tour-por-la-reserva-de-cuyabeno-de-ecuador\/\">Cuyabeno Reserve, the gateway to the Amazon from Ecuador<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mapa_con_las_mejores_atracciones_para_ver_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Map with the best attractions to see in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Map with the best attractions to see in Guayaquil\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=163eDdMFSMsftpZaU9zK6tzKcOtL5fYs&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mejores_cosas_para_hacer_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Best things to do in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although my overall impression of Guayaquil wasn't very positive, the city has some interesting spots worth exploring if you're already there, especially in the more controlled tourist areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"779\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador01.jpg\" alt=\"Volcan Cotopaxi - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-2969 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador01.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador01-800x519.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador01-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ecuador01-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You may be interested in reading about <a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/un-dia-en-el-parque-nacional-cotopaxi-en-ecuador\/\" target=\"_self\">how to visit the Cotopaxi Volcano<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pasear_por_el_Malecon_2000\"><\/span>Stroll along the Malec\u00f3n 2000<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Malec\u00f3n 2000 is, without a doubt, the city's most attractive space. It's a pedestrian promenade that runs along much of the Guayas Riverbank, featuring green areas, museums, restaurants, and monuments. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil12.jpg\" alt=\"Malec\u00f3n 200\" class=\"wp-image-41000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil12.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil12-568x400.jpg 568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Malec\u00f3n 2000<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It's one of the safest places to walk and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet amidst the urban chaos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Along the walk you will find interesting points such as the <strong>Moorish Tower or the Anthropological Museum<\/strong>, as well as viewpoints with good views of the river.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil10-450x800.jpg\" alt=\"Torre Morisca en el Malec\u00f3n de Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil10-450x800.jpg 450w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil10-225x400.jpg 225w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil10.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Moorish Tower on the Malec\u00f3n in Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paseo_en_catamaran_por_el_rio_Guayas\"><\/span>Catamaran ride along the Guayas River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the most enjoyable activities in Guayaquil is sailing down the Guayas River on a catamaran. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/guayaquil\/guayas-river-boat-ride\/?aid=8195&amp;cmp=guayaquil_catamaran\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Various tours depart from the Malec\u00f3n 2000<\/a> (daytime and evening) that allow you to appreciate the city from another perspective, with views of the urban skyline, the Las Pe\u00f1as neighborhood, and Santa Ana Hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subir_al_Cerro_Santa_Ana\"><\/span>Climb Santa Ana Hill<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa Ana Hill is one of the city's classics, with its colorful staircase leading to the summit, where a small lighthouse and chapel are located. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The route passes through squares and colorful houses, creating a picturesque postcard that is often the most promoted in travel guides. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil05.jpg\" alt=\"Escaleras de ascenso a la cima del Cerro Santa Ana - Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil05-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil05-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stairs to the top of Cerro Santa Ana \u2013 Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>From above, the views of the city and the river are quite good, although the level of security and the fences that limit walking are also striking.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil09.jpg\" alt=\"Atardecer en la cima del Cerro Santa Ana - Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil09.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil09-533x400.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sunset at the top of Cerro Santa Ana \u2013 Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Something curious happened to me when I was looking for the path to the summit. At first, without realizing it, I started climbing on an unofficial path, the one used by locals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was afternoon, still daylight, and I was carrying my camera. A few steps away, some neighbors approached me and warned me not to continue there because there was a high probability of being robbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They recommended I continue along the tourist trail ahead. I thanked them for their honesty and changed course. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"502\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil11-502x800.jpg\" alt=\"Subiendo el cerro Santa Ana - Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil11-502x800.jpg 502w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil11-251x400.jpg 251w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil11.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Climbing Santa Ana Hill \u2013 Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I finally found the right entrance: a long, colorful flight of stairs that, while much more picturesque and safe, also feels too tightly controlled to prevent anyone from straying from what's allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recorrer_Las_Penas\"><\/span>Walk through the Las Pe\u00f1as<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Very close to Cerro Santa Ana is the Las Pe\u00f1as neighborhood, one of the oldest areas of Guayaquil. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil06.jpg\" alt=\"Barrio Las Pe\u00f1as - Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil06-600x331.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Las Pe\u00f1as Neighborhood \u2013 Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Its cobblestone streets and colorful wooden houses give it a colonial feel that contrasts with the rest of the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, many of these houses have been converted into art galleries, bars, or restaurants, giving them a bohemian atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil00.jpg\" alt=\"Arquitectura colonial en Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil00-600x364.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colonial architecture in Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Walking through Las Pe\u00f1as can be pleasant during the day, but as in other areas of the city, it's best to be cautious at night and avoid lonely areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It's a good place to take photographs and get an idea of \u200b\u200bwhat Guayaquil was like before it became the great city it is today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitar_el_Parque_Seminario_Parque_de_las_Iguanas\"><\/span>Visit Seminario Park (Iguana Park)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the heart of Guayaquil is this park, which, at first glance, seems like any other. However, what makes it special is the number of iguanas that live there in complete freedom. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil07.jpg\" alt=\"Parque de las Iguanas en Guayaquil - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-40995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil07.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil07-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil07-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iguana Park in Guayaquil, Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>They wander among people, climb trees, and even come close to looking for food. It's a curious and fun place to spend some time, especially if you've never seen these animals up close.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil08.jpg\" alt=\"Las iguanas tomando sol en el Parque Centenario - Guayaquil\" class=\"wp-image-40997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil08.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil08-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil08-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iguanas sunbathing in Centenario Park \u2013 Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Since the green iguana is a species native to the Ecuadorian coastal region and already lived in the surrounding area, they found a refuge in this park that partially mimics their natural habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Actividades_organizadas_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Activities organized in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you prefer to explore the city with a guide and without worrying about logistics, there are several <strong>organized tours of Guayaquil<\/strong> that are worthwhile. You can choose from panoramic walks through the main tourist spots, night tours, or even excursions that combine the city with visits to the surrounding areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/ZM0AS8Gt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guided tour of Guayaquil<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/guayaquil\/night-tour\/?aid=8195&amp;cmp=guayaquil_nocturno\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guayaquil Night Tour<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/guayaquil\/panoramic-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Panoramic tour of Guayaquil<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/guayaquil\/manglares-churute-trip\/?aid=8195&amp;cmp=guayaquil_manglares\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Excursion to the Churute Mangrove Reserve<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-41062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/banner-divisorio-ecuador-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_ir_de_Guayaquil_a_Cuenca_la_costa_y_Galapagos\"><\/span>How to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, the coast, and the Galapagos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Guayaquil serves as a major hub within Ecuador, and from here you can reach both the Andean mountains and the coast with relative ease. While the city itself didn't impress me much, it's a good place to travel to worthwhile destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"De_Guayaquil_a_Cuenca\"><\/span>From Guayaquil to Cuenca<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most common way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca is by bus. The journey takes between 4 and 5 hours, depending on traffic and the company chosen. Buses usually depart from the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/v2y91aScNgMvvYbd8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guayaquil Bus Terminal<\/a><\/strong>, which is large and well-organized.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cajas_00.jpg\" alt=\"En uno de los miradores del Parque Nacional Cajas\" class=\"wp-image-15559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cajas_00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cajas_00-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cajas_00-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cajas_00-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At one of the viewpoints in Cajas National Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The trip crosses part of Cajas National Park, making it very picturesque. You go from the humidity and heat of the coast to mountain landscapes and a much cooler climate in a matter of hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/cuenca-y-parque-nacional-cajas-historia-y-naturaleza-en-ecuador\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-600x338.jpg\" alt=\"C\u00fapulas en la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador \" class=\"wp-image-15557 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_cuenca_00.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/cuenca-y-parque-nacional-cajas-historia-y-naturaleza-en-ecuador\/\">Cuenca and Cajas National Park: history and nature in Ecuador<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There's also the option of hiring private transportation or traveling by car, although the bus is the most economical and popular option among backpackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"De_Guayaquil_a_Montanita_Puerto_Lopez_y_la_costa\"><\/span>From Guayaquil to Monta\u00f1ita, Puerto Lopez and the coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're looking for a beach and a more relaxed atmosphere, Guayaquil is also easily connected to the coast. To get to <strong>Monta\u00f1ita<\/strong>, the most famous town in the area for its surfing and party vibe, the bus ride takes approximately 3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_01.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Puerto Lopez\" class=\"wp-image-15561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_01.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_01-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Puerto Lopez Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are frequent departures from the <strong>Terminal Terrestre<\/strong> to Santa Elena, and from there you can continue to Monta\u00f1ita. The fares are affordable and the journey is easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/puerto-lopez-la-puerta-de-entrada-al-parque-nacional-machalilla\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_00.jpg\" alt=\"Playa de Puerto Lopez\" class=\"wp-image-15556 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_00.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_00-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_00-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/blog_puerto-lopez_00-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/puerto-lopez-la-puerta-de-entrada-al-parque-nacional-machalilla\/\">Puerto L\u00f3pez, the gateway to Machalilla National Park<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_ir_a_Galapagos_desde_Guayaquil\"><\/span>How to get to the Galapagos from Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The only practical way to reach the Galapagos Islands is by air: direct flights to the Galapagos Islands depart from the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Joaqu\u00edn de Olmedo International Airport (GYE)<\/strong> in Guayaquil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The flight lasts approximately <strong>1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours<\/strong> depending on the exact route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning your trip, you should consider the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are no direct international flights to the Galapagos; you must first arrive on mainland Ecuador (Guayaquil or Quito) and then board a domestic flight to the islands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before boarding the domestic flight, immigration and biosecurity checks are carried out in Guayaquil to ensure the protection of the island ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_llegar_del_aeropuerto_al_centro_de_Guayaquil\"><\/span>How to get from the airport to downtown Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I arrived in Guayaquil on a flight from Cusco, landing at the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Joaqu\u00edn de Olmedo International Airport<\/strong>, which is quite close to the city center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The location is convenient, as you can reach the Malec\u00f3n 2000 area or tourist neighborhoods like Las Pe\u00f1as and Cerro Santa Ana in less than 20 minutes by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uber_taxi_transporte_privado\"><\/span>Uber, taxi, transporte privado<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best option is to take an <strong>Uber, an authorized taxi, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/guayaquil\/transfers\/?aid=8195&amp;cmp=guayaquil_traslado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">private transportation<\/a><\/strong> directly from the airport. It's not an expensive ride, and considering the perception of insecurity I had in the city, I think it's worth prioritizing comfort and safety from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bus\"><\/span>Bus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're looking for something more affordable, you can also take a <strong>city bus<\/strong> from the airport that connects to the city center. Several lines pass right in front of the airport terminal, serving different parts of the city, including the Malec\u00f3n and the bus terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fare is very cheap and can be a valid alternative for those traveling on a backpacker's budget, although it should be noted that the buses are usually crowded, make many stops, and offer little security if you have luggage or valuables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mix_entre_Uber_y_Bus\"><\/span>Mix between Uber and Bus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another intermediate option is to first take a taxi or Uber to the <strong>Guayaquil Land Terminal<\/strong> (which is very close to the airport, less than 5 minutes away) and from there take a city bus to the center or even medium-distance buses to other destinations in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This terminal is large, organized, and much safer than taking a direct bus from the street in front of the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, the transfer is quick and easy, but if you arrive at night or with a lot of things on you, my advice is to go straight to Uber or a taxi and skip the buses to get around the city once you're settled in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_hospedarse_en_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Where to stay in Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike other cities in Ecuador, it's important to be very careful in your surroundings here. Not all neighborhoods are recommended for walking, especially at night, and it's common to hear warnings about robberies and scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most recommended areas to stay are those close to <strong>Malec\u00f3n 2000<\/strong>, <strong>Cerro Santa Ana<\/strong> or <strong>Las Pe\u00f1as neighborhood<\/strong>. There, the police presence is much stronger, and there's a sense of greater control, allowing for more peace of mind. Of course, prices tend to be a bit higher than in other areas of the city, but you'll gain in safety and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil13.jpg\" alt=\"Iglesia Cat\u00f3lica San Agust\u00edn de Guayaquil - Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-41001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil13.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil13-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil13-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The San Agust\u00edn Catholic Church in downtown Guayaquil, Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another option is to stay near the <strong>Jos\u00e9 Joaqu\u00edn de Olmedo Airport<\/strong> or in the <strong>Urdesa<\/strong> area, which is more residential and quiet. Many tourists who only pass through Guayaquil as a connecting point to the Galapagos Islands or the coast choose to stay there, avoiding having to venture too far into the city center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflexiones_finales_sobre_Guayaquil\"><\/span>Final thoughts on Guayaquil<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The two days I spent in Guayaquil were more than enough to explore what the city had to offer, and my overall impression wasn't the best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the tourist attractions like the Malec\u00f3n 2000, Cerro Santa Ana, and Las Pe\u00f1as, I felt the city was chaotic, dirty, and had a sense of insecurity that I hadn't experienced anywhere else in Ecuador.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil15.jpg\" alt=\"En la cima del Cerro Santa Ana\" class=\"wp-image-41003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil15.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blog_guayaquil15-559x400.jpg 559w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The view I liked the most of Guayaquil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Compared to Quito, Cuenca, or even the towns in the mountains and on the coast, Guayaquil is clearly not a place I would return to out of pleasure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, there is one practical aspect that makes it relevant for any traveler: its <strong>excellent connectivity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From here, it's easy to travel to the Andean region, to destinations like Cuenca, or to the coast and famous beaches like Monta\u00f1ita, making the city a strategic transit point rather than a destination for stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guarda_este_post_en_Pinterest\"><\/span>Save this post on Pinterest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-guayaquil-ecuador-una-ciudad-que-no-convencio\/&amp;media=https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Guayaquil-Ecuador.jpg&amp;description=Best Things to Do in Guayaquil, Ecuador\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Guayaquil-Ecuador-267x400.jpg\" alt=\"Best Things to Do in Guayaquil, Ecuador\" class=\"wp-image-43289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Guayaquil-Ecuador-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Guayaquil-Ecuador-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Best-Things-to-Do-in-Guayaquil-Ecuador.jpg 736w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Best Things to Do in Guayaquil, Ecuador<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Guayaquil fue una ciudad que no me convencio demasiado. 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