Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Manabí March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Manabí ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Manabí Types of activities Where to stay [Manabí travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Manab.dx6239728) ![Tomado en el Atardecer en la playa Pedernales ,Manabí ,Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239728/33053c62-ecae-4240-b6d1-71634684ca6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Isla de la Plata is an island 40 km off the Ecuadorian coast. It's also called Galapagos for the poor, because it offers a Galapagos feel without the pricetag. It's nothing poor in terms of flora and fauna though! #ecuador #green #island #wildlife #holidays](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6356721/c39074c2-8d7b-4631-8e88-3306a2a9ff72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Isla de la Plata is an island 40 km off the Ecuadorian coast. It's also called Galapagos for the poor, because it offers a Galapagos feel without the pricetag. It's nothing poor in terms of flora and fauna though! #ecuador #birds #wildlife #island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6356721/81f5a4bb-e820-4221-99a0-e79d52d978b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Choose from the fresh catch of the day every day at the fish market on the beach of Puerto Lopez. The fishermen are up and out on the water before dawn, but most have sold all their catch before lunchtime. #market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144041/0e57338d-1bb8-4baa-97e5-92db52461ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A man cleans his fish and squid catch at the local fresh fish market on the beach of Puerto Lopez. #market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144041/f3e34f00-c49d-4e07-b6a7-768dbbe6175d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Manabí --- ### Popular places to visit #### Ayampe Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ayampe Beach during your travels in Salango? Wander the gardens and seaside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ayampe-Beach-Ecuador.d6326076.Attraction) #### Mall del Pacífico You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Pacífico during your visit to Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Del-Pacifico-Manta.d794683002800848896.Attraction) #### Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi Walk around the campus at Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi during your stay in Manta. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universidad-Laica-Eloy-Alfaro-De-Manabi-Manta.d6287358.Attraction) #### Manta Port Explore the waterfront in Manta with a trip to Manta Port. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Port-Manta.d6287354.Attraction) #### Punta Prieta Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Punta Prieta during your travels in Jama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Prieta-Jama.d553248621592064171.Attraction) #### Avenida Malecón After visiting Avenida Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Malecon-Manta.d794680721946722304.Attraction) #### Sur de Manabi State University Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sur de Manabi State University during your trip to Jipijapa. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sur-De-Manabi-State-University-Manta.d553248621593391488.Attraction) #### Jipijapa Central Square You can learn about the history of Jipijapa with a trip to Jipijapa Central Square. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jipijapa-Central-Square-Manta.d553248621593391489.Attraction) #### Machalilla National Park Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Machalilla National Park Museum during your travels in Puerto Lopez. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Machalilla-National-Park-Museum-Puerto-Lopez.d6268363.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Manabí ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Las Vegas While Las Vegas isn't home to many top sights, Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Playita Mía Fish Market are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Las-Vegas.dx553248635976396615) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Marianita When in Santa Marianita, you can plan a visit to Mall del Pacífico and Manta Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Santa-Marianita.dx553248635976399083) ![Malecón Playa el Murciélago en Manta](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953417999495655424/efa0174e-c822-4cea-9c47-a8e5441ba5d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barbasquillo While visiting Barbasquillo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza La Quadra and Umiña Tennis Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Barbasquillo.dx953417999495655424) ![Vista aerea del Faro de San Lorenzo, Manta, Ecuador, desde un dron](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976386180/ca272a22-1782-40f8-825e-e79de30239a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parroquia Tarqui While visiting Parroquia Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Playita Mía Fish Market and Manabí Fisherman Statue. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parroquia-Tarqui.dx553248635976386180) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudadela Universitaria Though Ciudadela Universitaria may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall del Pacífico and Murciélago Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Ciudadela-Universitaria.dx961888320013783040) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parroquia Los Esteros While Parroquia Los Esteros may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manta-Parroquia-Los-Esteros.dx961888773134675968) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Manabí ![Hermosa joven en el Parque La Rotonda, Portoviejo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2913/340010c2-0cb5-4dd0-9f69-abf92b380ff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portoviejo ![Camino rustico en Manglaralto, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338929/ad98984d-47d9-46a7-bbe7-44e0e75bee41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manglaralto ![Making and shaping traditional Panama hats (paja toquilla), which actually come from Ecuador.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6356721/6208a1da-bf2a-4b4c-9a1c-a59772edcde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Montecristi ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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