Guayllabamba Zoo

Discover the magic of animal life and the secrets of nature at Quito zoo, home to more than fifty species of fauna from Ecuador's diverse bio-regions, ranging from the Andean plains to the tropical forests of the coast, from the Amazon down to the Galápagos Islands. Meet the rare Andean Spectacled Bear, the world's largest flying bird, the Andean Condor, and the enormous and ancient Galápagos Tortoise.

The Guayllabamba (Quito) Zoo is located in the small town of Guayllabamba, which is about halfway from the capital to Otavalo on the Panamerican Highway. It's an easy stop to make on the journey to and from Otavalo

Jerusalem Park

About 15 minutes west of Guayllabamba. A park where families from Quito enjoy the surrounding nature, a train ride for children and sports facilities. Great area for birdwatching with several endemics.