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The Best Nightlife

  • Mariscal District (Quito): The 4- to 5-square-block area known as Mariscal, in the heart of Quito's New Town, is chock-full of bars, clubs, discos, and restaurants. It's busy here every night of the week, but especially Thursday through Saturday. Consider starting off on the Plaza Foch with a pub crawl, but be careful and use common sense, because crime against tourists is not unheard of here.

  • Ba?os de Agua Santa: As befits a bustling backpacker and adventure-tourist town, Ba?os has a rocking nightlife. If the rumblings of Volcan Tungurahua keep you up at nights here, stroll down Calle Eloy Alfaro, where you'll find a string of bars, clubs, discos, and pe?as.

  • Cafe Eucalyptus (Cuenca; tel. 07/2849-157): Great tapas, an excellent wine list, locally produced tap beer, and top-notch call liquors combine with a warm and welcoming ambience to make this hands-down the top after-dark gathering spot in Cuenca. I like the couch seating near the fireplace, but the bar is also a good place to settle in. Or, if you're looking for a little more privacy, head to the second floor.

  • Monta?ita (South Pacific coast): In addition to their prowess on the sea, surfers are legendary for their apres-surf sessions. Monta?ita is the top surfer town in Ecuador, and the raucous nightlife it has is fed by the flood of local and international surfers.

  • Puerto Ayora (Galapagos): Puerto Ayora has a surprisingly lively, albeit limited, nightlife and bar scene. Bongo Bar (tel. 05/2526-264) is the most happening place in town at night. It's located on a rooftop and opens at 4pm but usually doesn't get busy until after 8pm.


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