La Paleta

Guayaquil


La Paleta is a great little lounge to while away an evening, with cave-like nooks, a hipster crowd and good ambient grooves. Serves beers and high-end cocktails, as well as tapas.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Guayaquil attractions

1. Numa Pompilio Llona

0.06 MILES

This historic street, named after the well-known guayaquileño poet (1832–1907), begins at the northern end of the malecón, to the right of the stairs that…

4. Museo de los Equipos del Astillero

0.12 MILES

A photo- and trophy-filled tribute to Guayaquil's great rival soccer teams, Barcelona and Emelec, this museum is divided neatly into two colors: the…

5. Lighthouse

0.14 MILES

You can climb the spiral staircase inside the lighthouse for spectacular 360-degree views of the city and its rivers. It's 444 taxing steps up through…

6. Cerro Santa Ana

0.14 MILES

One of Guayaquil's most iconic sights is this hillside enclave, which is dotted with brightly painted homes, cafes, bars and souvenir shops. Follow the…

7. Fortín del Cerro

0.15 MILES

This hilltop fort played a critical role in defending the city against pirate attacks during Guayaquil's early days. The cannons are sometimes fired…

8. Capilla Santa Ana

0.16 MILES

This tiny church sits atop Cerro Santa Ana. It's worth climbing up here for the magnificent views.