Atahualpa Olympic Stadium
Stadium Multi-use stadium in Quito named after Atahualpa
Multi‑purpose stadium in Quito used for club and international football, athletics and concerts; visitors attend Ecuadorian league matches and national team fixtures.
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Estadio Olímpico Atahualpa is a major multiuse stadium in Quito, Ecuador, named after the Inca ruler Atahualpa and opened in the mid 20th century. It is one of the city’s principal football venues with a seating capacity of roughly 35,000 spectators.
The stadium regularly hosts national team matches and club fixtures and is known for its location at high elevation, which influences the conditions of play. The venue is used for sporting events and large gatherings rather than as a tourist attraction.
Built and inaugurated in 1951, the stadium has been the home ground for many important domestic and international matches involving Ecuadorian clubs and the national team. It has undergone updates and maintenance over the decades to meet changing standards for spectators and players.
The stadium sits within the urban area of Quito in Pichincha Province at an elevation of about 2,800 meters above sea level, making it one of the higher major stadia used for international football.
- High altitude: Sits at high altitude in Quito, which affects athletic performance due to thinner air; visiting teams often arrive early to acclimatize.
How to Get to Atahualpa Olympic Stadium #
From central Quito, take a taxi or local bus toward the Atahualpa area; it is a 15-30 minute drive depending on traffic. The Mariscal Sucre metro line and bus rapid transit systems facilitate parts of the journey; on match days allow extra travel time due to crowds.
Tips for Visiting Atahualpa Olympic Stadium #
- Check the stadium schedule - it hosts club and national matches and is busiest on match days.
- If visiting Quito, combine a stadium visit with the nearby Museum of Carondelet for a varied day.
- Expect high altitude (Quito ~2,850 m); take it easy on the first day to avoid breathlessness.
Best Time to Visit Atahualpa Olympic Stadium #
Quito's drier months (June-September) are preferable for outdoor sporting events and clearer skies.
Weather & Climate near Atahualpa Olympic Stadium #
Atahualpa Olympic Stadium's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 8°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1036 mm/year), wettest in April.
January
January is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
