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Riobamba Travel Guide: 40 reviews and 152 photos

the start of a rail journey in Riobamba - Riobamba

Ecuador's secret...

...and the gateway to the high sierra, Riobamba is often shadowed by nearby Baños, but it's a good home base for exploring the area.

(It's more than just the Nariz del Diablo train station)

Last visit to Riobamba: Jul 2005
Intro Updated Aug 9, 2005
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I had their permission to snap a pic - Riobamba

the Indigenos are not on exhibit for... Local Customs (1)

One thing that I did see in the small towns and markets of Ecuador - tourists seeing the indigenous people (mainly the... more travel advice

derail on the Nariz del Diablo - Riobamba

Tips for the Nariz del Diablo train Transportation (1)

Some tips some might find helpful about the Nariz del Diablo train: -Make sure to purchase your tickets at least one... more travel advice

atop the Nariz del Diablo train - Riobamba

the Nariz del Diablo train Things to Do (1)

Three times a week (Wed., Fri. and Sun.), crowds of people horde the Riobamba train station at 6:00am to ride the Nariz... more travel advice

Hotel Montecarlo, Riobamba, Ecuador - Riobamba

a good home base for the Riobamba/Baños... Hotels (1)

Hotel Montecarlo is right in the center of the main street of Riobamba - complete with a restaurant and cafe. Very... more travel advice

Comments (2)

MalenaN Apr 22, 2012 at 5:29 AM Report Abuse

Looks fun to ride on the roof of the train. Unfortuanately it is not allowed anymore.
barryg23 Sep 19, 2006 at 12:38 PM Report Abuse

Very helpful tips, Riobamba looks like a nice town. I've read a lot about that train ride, it sounds interesting. Good local custom tip as well.