Quevedo City Guide
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Ecuador

Quevedo City Guide

Los Rios Province

Quevedo is a growing city in Ecuador's Los Ríos Province, known for its agriculture and banana exports. It's a key transit point between the coast and Andes. The city has a notable Chinese community that shapes its culture. It's not a typical tourist spot but offers an authentic Ecuadorian coastal city feel with various places to stay and eat.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Poor
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The city is known for Chinese restaurants called chifas and typical Ecuadorian food. Options include Mexican, seafood, Spanish, and barbecue. Vegan and late-night options are unclear.

Local Dishes:
comida típica (soup and main with meat, rice, salad)
International Cuisine:
Chinese chifa dishes, Mexican, Seafood, Spanish, Barbecue
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Nightlife
Poor
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There are several bars and pubs offering local drinks and salsa clubs. The variety and late-night scene are unclear.

Coffee Culture
Poor
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Some cafes serve Ecuadorian coffee, including Cafe Kimo. Specialty coffee details are limited.

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Tipping
Not Required

Tipping is optional but appreciated. A 10% service charge is common in restaurants or tip around 10%. Taxi tips can be rounded up or 10% for longer rides.

Top Attractions
Central Park
Park
Main city park suitable for walks and relaxation.
Quevedo Bridge
Landmark
Key city landmark and crossing point.
Crystal Palace
Landmark
Local architectural site.
Quevedo boardwalk
Recreation
Waterfront walkway with market access.
October 7 avenue
Street
Main city avenue with shops and cafes.
Humberto Alvarado bridge
Landmark
Another important city bridge.
Catedral San Camilo
Religious
Main cathedral downtown.
Quevedo City Museum
Museum
Museum featuring local history.
El Paseo Shopping Quevedo
Shopping
Local shopping center.
Parque de la Madre
Park
Park with flora and walking paths.
Los Guayacanes Park
Park
Green space with native trees.
Monument to the Heroes of the Cenepa
Monument
Historical monument.
Estadio 7 de Octubre
Sports
Local stadium for sports events.
Magarden
Market
Farmers market nearby.
Finca Experimental La Represa
Nature
Nature and wildlife area outside the city.
Iglesia San José de Quevedo
Religious
Historic church.
SIM Cards

Main providers are Claro, Movistar, and CNT. SIM cards require a national ID except traveler SIMs which can be bought at phone shops.

Available at:
Claro
Movistar
CNT
Recommended Apps
Easy Taxi(Transport)
Cabify(Transport)
Google Translate(Utilities)
Maps.me(Navigation)
Waze(Navigation)
WhatsApp(Communication)
TripAdvisor(Travel)
Duolingo(Education)
Salud SA(Health)
ECU 911(Emergency)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Poor
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Cleanliness details are not available.

24/7 Services
Poor
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No information on 24/7 services or businesses.

Groceries
Available

Local markets sell fresh fish and produce. Agro-industrial products are available but info on supermarkets and schedules is limited.

Cashless Payments
Cash preferred

Ecuador uses the US dollar. Card acceptance varies, some places may prefer cash. Ride-hailing apps like Cabify accept credit cards.

ATMs

ATMs are available but specifics on fees or best spots are unknown. Carry small bills for tips.

Schools
Local only

Information on schools is not available.

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Poor
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
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Information on digital nomad community is not known.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Poor
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Several parks offer green space options including Central Park and Parque de la Madre.

Running
Poor
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Parks like Central Park and Parque de la Madre are suitable for running. Safety and routes are unclear.

Gyms
Available

Sports complexes and synthetic courts are available; private gyms information is limited.

Available Gyms:
Municipal Sports complex Quevedo (Agrilsa)
Wembley (Bar & synthetic court)
Tennis
Poor
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No specific information on tennis courts.

Padel
Poor
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No padel court information available.

Yoga
Poor
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Yoga and wellness offerings unknown.

Martial Arts
Poor
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No information about martial arts schools or activities.

Skiing
Poor
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No skiing available.

Water Sports
Poor
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Located near the Vinces River but water sports info is limited.

Surfing
Poor
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No surfing opportunities in Quevedo.

Diving
Poor
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No diving or snorkeling opportunities here.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Poor
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Emergency numbers are 911 or 112. Salud SA app helps with virtual care. Hospital specifics and English-speaking staff are unknown.

Tap Water Safety
Not recommended

Information on tap water safety is not known; better to use bottled water.

Common Scams
Be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded places., Avoid showing phones or valuables in public.

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Poor
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Parks like Parque de la Madre and Familia Park offer green spaces and kid-friendly areas. Pool at Hotel Olímpico has slides.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Poor
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No information on LGBTQ+ acceptance or safety.

Pet Friendly
Poor
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Pet friendliness details are unknown.

Communities
Local Chinese Community (Cultural)
Agricultural Workers (Professional)

Quick Facts

Population
177,792
Power Reliability
Missing Info

Power reliability information is not available.

Mountains
Available

Located west of the Andes Mountains, offering nearby natural landscapes. Hike details are unknown.

Languages
Spanish(100%)
Emergency
911
All Emergency Services
101
Police
911
Paramedics/Ambulance
102
Fire Department
593-2-600-9191
National Mental Health Hotline

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Very Low Risk
0

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Wet season flooding
December, January, February, March, April, May
The city is prone to flooding during the wet season, especially from February to April.
High UV radiation
January, March, April
UV levels can be high early in the year; sun protection is advised.

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