Experts' Choice Award Cerro Santa Ana
What the experts agree on
Guayaquil's iconic hillside, its numbered steps lined with colorful houses, cafes, bars, and shops, rewards the climb with sweeping city views—charming, walkable, and photogenic throughout.
“One of the most charming parts of the city. Brightly painted houses, shops, and cafés climb Santa Ana Hill...there are 444 steps, thoughtfully numbered—where you can get an unparalled view of the city”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet "One of Guayaquil's most iconic sights is this hillside enclave, which is dotted with brightly painted homes, cafes, bars and souvenir shops" Full review
Frommer's "The 465 stairs leading up Cerro Santa Ana are clearly marked, so you can keep track of your progress...Along the entire length of the steps are restaurants, bars, art galleries, and shops" Full review
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Avoid the midday heat and sun, and you'll find the views worth the effort.
Afar Magazine "At the northern end of the Malecón sits Cerro Santa Ana, the site where early settlers first established the city of Guayaquil. This area is today home to the neighborhood Barrio Las..." Full review
