Riobamba

Riobamba is a city in the Andean highlands of Ecuador. It is known locally as the "Sultan of the Andes". Riobamba sits in a valley surrounded by several large hills and snowcapped mountains. It's perhaps best known as the former starting point of the train ride to Nariz del Diablo, which now leaves from Alausi.

Travel to Riobamba

Travel on a Bus in Riobamba

There are connections to most major tourist destinations in Ecuador, including Quito (3 hours), Guayaquil (4 hours) and Banos (1½ hours).

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Riobamba

There are no regular scheduled passenger to Riobamba, however Tren Ecuador runs excursion trains from Quito and Guayaquil. The Naríz del Diablo train no longer runs from Riobamba. The train station Estación Riobamba GPS -1.669903,-78.653612 is centrally located at Av Daniel León Borja.

How to get around in Riobamba

A bus costs 50 cents. Taxis are plentiful; most trips within town should be $2.50. Minimum fares are $1.7 until 19:00 and $1.90 after 19:00.

What to see in Riobamba

On a clear day don't miss the view of the surrounding mountains. The best views in the city are from Parque 21 de Abril, close to the train station.

Best things to do in Riobamba

• Hike Chimborazo - 1.469167, -78.8175 $5-300 - Riobamba is the nearest city to Chimborazo, Ecuador's highest mountain at just about 6,263 m (20,548 ft). The mountain's peak is Earth's further point from its center, kilometers farther than the Everest's. This is because the Earth is not a perfect sphere but an oblate spheroid, i.e. it is a little bit "thicker" near the equator. To climb to the top of Chimborazo you will need a guide and equipment. There are several tourist agencies in Riobamba where you can get both of these services for a price of about $180 per person for a group of two or more. Climbing solo with a guide will cost closer to $250. Climbs leave at about 01:00 in order to summit at sunrise and make the descent by late morning. A round trip should take about 9-10 hr. Even if you're not a mountain climber or on a budget, you can still visit Chimborazo: buy a ticket from Riobamba's bus station to Guaranda (1 hr, $2.5, every 30 min). Ask the bus driver to drop you off at the Chimborazo entrance (free but you need to register) at 4300 m (14100 ft). Then either hike till the first refuge (3 hr if you follow the road, 1:30 hr if you go straight) at 4800 m (15750 ft) or share a taxi ($15). From there you can hike to the second refuge (Whymper at 5000 m, 16400 ft) and finally to the (very) small lake at 5100 m (16700 ft). You are not allowed to go further without a guide. There are very good chances to see vicuñas (same family as the llamas - nicknamed the "Andes damsels") between the entrance and the first refuge, so it can be a good idea to go back by foot.)

• Tours in Chiva Express Train to Devil's Nose . Metropolitan Touring's Chiva Express is a typical, old-fashioned Latin American bus, with plenty of room on the roof for bags of grain, bananas and the odd Chicken. In Quito and these buses have taken on a new lease of life as party vehicles with adapted, high-sided roofs. The Chiva idea had been adapted to the historic train ride from Quito to Guayaquil. Passengers will enjoy an exclusive and unique trip through the Andean countryside and the coastal lowlands visiting the Devil's Nose track on board of Chiva Express.

• Riobamba used to be the terminus for the most famous train route in Ecuador and the Nariz del Diablo (Devil's nose). It now operates from Alausi, a two-hour bus trip from Riobamba, to Sibambe.

• Riobamba is close to San National Park, which contains several mountains and volcanoes including Tungurahua, San and El Altar.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Riobamba

On Saturdays there is a small artesan market. It seems to be mainly aimed at local residents rather than tourists, and is certainly more authentic than Otavalo.

Between Pinchincha street and España you can find the best boutiques for people of any age. Or if you like malls, check out El Mall Del Centro locate on Leon Borja and la circumbalacion by La Plaza de Toros

Halal Restaurants in Riobamba

Riobamba does not lack for restaurants. No matter what your tastes, check out Calle 10 de Agosto/Calle Daniel Leon Borja (Riobamba's main avenue) for all your dining needs.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Riobamba

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Hotel Metro, Av. León Borja y Lavalle, 03-961-714. Next to the train station. Basic rooms have a tiny private bathroom. The shower takes ages to warm up, if at all. Rooms at the front are noisy, especially in weekends. Price: $5 per person.

• Hotel Imperial - Rocafuerte 22-15 corner of 10 de Agosto ☎ +593 3 2960 429 - $5 One of the cheapest decent hotels in town. Most rooms are shared bathrooms, balconies and large windows.

• Hostal Rincon de Castilla | Av. Leon Borja y Pasaje El Espectador $5/night This hostel has different sizes of rooms depending on the number of guests. Hot water. Cable TV. Across the street from the train station. Mirelia (an older woman who works from 12:00-19:00) is gringo friendly and willing to help any tourist find their way through the city.

• Hotel Tren Dorado Carabobo 22-35 -1.669483, -78.653131 half a block from the train station ☎ +593 3 2964890 - $12/night - Modern hotel with a variety of different rooms. Most of cable TV. Good hot water. Nice beds. Wi-Fi. On-site veggie-optional restaurant offers early breakfasts for those catching the train.

• Hotel Boutique San Pedro de Riobamba Av. Daniel León Borja 29-50 -1.669406, -78.653554 Across the street from the train station ☎ +593 3-294-0586 - Small boutique hotel in an renovated 19th century house, includes a very nice courtyard with restaurant.

• Hotel Glamour - 1ra Constituyente 37-85 y Brasil -1.665411, -78.657517 near the bus terminal ☎ +593 3 2944406, +593 3 2944407 Check-in: 12:00 / Check-out: 12:00 From $15 - More than 40 bedrooms, a restaurant, lobby and conference hall, internet, free breakfast, cable TV, bilingual front desk, online booking via eHalal Hotels, hot water. Somewhat rundown and loud.

• Hotel el Zesus sometimes hosts celebrities and athletes. On 10 de Agosto after the bus terminal and before el Parque Infantil. Rooms start from $40 a night.

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