San Agustin Church

The Church of San Agustín, in Quito

The church and the convent of San Agustín are a high religious and historic place of Quito. The Quito audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this colonial ensemble, a witness of decisive moments of the history of the country.

A colonial ensemble full of history

The Church of San Agustín, accompanied by its convent, is one of the great colonial religious ensembles of Quito. A fine building blending stone and careful decoration, it holds works of the Quito school. The convent is also famous for having been the scene of decisive moments of the history of Ecuador, notably during the beginnings of the independence movement. A place of worship and memory, it testifies to the rich past of the city.

What to see

You admire the church and the convent, their careful decoration and the works of the Quito school, in an atmosphere of contemplation. San Agustín is a colonial ensemble full of history, linked to the independence of the country. It is a stop to be discovered with respect, in the heart of Quito.

Practical information

The Church of San Agustín lies in the heart of the historic centre of Quito, reachable on foot. A place of worship, the visit of the church and the convent may have a fee and follows its own hours, which vary. It is best to check the arrangements before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Why is the Church of San Agustín important?

Because this colonial religious ensemble holds works of the Quito school and was the scene of decisive moments of the history of the independence of Ecuador.

Where is the Church of San Agustín?

In the heart of the historic centre of Quito, in Ecuador.