Walking distance from Basilica of the National Vow to Plaza de la Independencia
Quito, EC
Distance
862 m
0.54 mi
Walking time
12 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking12 minrecommended
🚴Cycling3 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving1 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Basilica of the National Vow or Plaza de la Independencia.
- The route runs through Quito streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at the Basilica of the National Vow, the air is filled with the faint scent of incense drifting from the nearby church. You’re surrounded by the intricate stone façade of the basilica, its gothic spires reaching
Other walking distances in Quito
Cathedral of Quito → Basilica of the National Vow1.14 km · 15 minCathedral of Quito → Church of Saint Frinci260 m · 3 minCathedral of Quito → Plaza de la Independencia273 m · 4 minBasilica of the National Vow → Church of Saint Frinci1.40 km · 19 minBasilica of the National Vow → Church of the Society of Jesus1.12 km · 15 minChurch of Saint Frinci → Church of the Society of Jesus278 m · 4 min
FAQ
How far is Basilica of the National Vow from Plaza de la Independencia?
862 m (0.54 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Quito.
How long does it take to walk?
About 12 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Basilica of the National Vow and Plaza de la Independencia?
Yes - the 862 m route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.