Tours and Tickets to Experience Church of the Society of Jesus (Iglesia La Compañía de Jesús)
Church of the Society of Jesus (Iglesia La Compañía de Jesús)
The Church of the Society of Jesus is a must-see for art and architecture lovers and history buffs.
Book a skip-the-line ticket online to save time at entry.
Admission is free on the first Sunday of the month.
Guided tours in Spanish or English, which take about one hour, are offered daily and included in the price of admission.
No photos or videos are allowed inside the church.
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Admission tickets to the Church of the Society of Jesus cost around US$6 for adults and US$3 for students. Admission is free for children under 11, and discounted rates are available to Argentine citizens. Admission is free for all on the first Sunday of every month.
The Church of the Society of Jesus is a historic Jesuit church in Quito, renowned for its ornate baroque architecture and opulent gilded interior. Dating back to the 17th century, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and among Latin America’s most impressive colonial-era churches.
Although construction began in 1605, the church wasn’t completed until 1765—a whopping 160 years! It was worth the wait: the Jesuit church is renowned as a masterpiece of Spanish baroque architecture, adorned with intricate gold leaf, wooden carvings and stuccos, and incorporating elements of Moorish, Churrigueresque, and neoclassical style.
Highlights of the Church of the Society of Jesus include the ornate gold-leaf interiors, grand carved-wood altarpiece, and pair of glittering green and gold domes. Inside, you can also admire the large collection of paintings and sculptures by Quito School artists, and climb the tower for views over Quito.
The Church of the Society of Jesus is open daily year-round, although opening hours may vary. The church is typically open Monday to Thursday from 9.30am to 6.30am, Fridays until 5.30pm, and Saturdays until 4pm. On Sundays, it’s open from 12.30pm to 4pm. No sightseeing visits are permitted during services.