This small downtown plaza, officially Parque Seminario but known to everyone as the Parque de las Iguanas, is home to several hundred land iguanas that roam the lawns, paths and trees freely. It is a genuinely unusual, completely free wildlife encounter right in the city center, facing the cathedral.
10 hand-picked things to do in Guayaquil, Ecuador — 6 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated June 2026.
Stroll the Malecón 2000 Riverfront, Climb Cerro Santa Ana & Barrio Las Peñas, Meet the Iguanas at Parque Seminario are among the 6 completely free activities in our Guayaquil list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 10 hand-picked Guayaquil activities range from free up to about $17 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated June 2026.
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