urban tour
OPTION 1
- Go all over the historic center of Ibarra and visit its parks, monuments and churches.
- Visit El Cuartel Cultural Center and the museum Ibarra Cultural Center in order to know the history of Ibarra and the northern zone through exhibits and displays.
- Enjoy the local gastronomy such as nogadas and arrope de mora (blackberry syrup) found in La Merced Park and along Olmedo Street. Also don't forget to taste the authentic ice cream (helados de paila).
- Visit La Esquina del Coco, the place where the reconstruction of Ibarra began after the earthquake of 1868. ITUR (Tourist Information Office)
- Go up to the San Miguel Arcangel viewpoint and take advantage of the magnificent view to take pictures of the city, elevations and the Yahuarcocha Lakee.
- Visit the Yahuarcocha Lagoon and take a boat to cross it, walk around the lake or try the delicious tilapia in its gastronomy patio. Also, ask for information about paragliding and lodging in tiny house.
- Visit the famous cafeteria/art gallery just outside Yahuarcocha, and enjoy the artwork while drink a delicious coffee.
OPTION 2
- Start your tour visiting Caranqui and the Sanctuary El Señor del Amor, built over an Inca temple.
- Walk around the central park and feel the peace of its surroundings trying the traditional cream ice cream and milk bread.
- Go south to the parish of La Esperanza, visit the rural tourism ventures and live an experiential and intercultural tourism.
- Look beautiful handicrafts such as hand embroidery and saddlery and try the local gastronomy.
OPTION 3
- Discover San Antonio de Ibarra Pueblo Mágico del Ecuador, located at 6Km from Ibarra downtown.
- Look the artwork in wood exhibited in workshops and galleries.
- Try the corpus sweets, humitas, quimbolitos and ice cream.
- Discover and look the techniques, styles and works of art in an experiential in each one workshops of masters and artists.
- Look the imposing Imbabura volcano and take fantastic pictures of the surroundings.
- Take the opportunity to buy souvenir made of wood, product of the work of skilled hands of artists and artisans.
Night Life
Share unforgettable moments with your friends, the entertainment options are dance halls, discos, and bars with live music, with cozy environments, where you will find fun and also enjoy a variety of snacks, drinks and cocktails.