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Historic City of Quito and The Middle of the World
Quito, Ecuador
9 hours (Approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
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Explore Quito’s UNESCO-listed historic center and visit the famous Equator Line on this full-day tour from Quito. Admire landmarks such as the Basilica del Voto Nacional and Independence Plaza on a walking tour of Quito; take in the views from the Mirador del Panecillo viewpoint; then walk along the Equator Line at the Mitad del Mundo. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.
- Full-day private Quito and Equator line tour from Quito
- Explore the UNESCO-listed center of Quito, including the Basilica of the National Vow
- Enjoy spectacular views of Quito from Panecillo Hill
- Visit the ‘Mitad del Mundo’ on the Equator Line
- Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Live commentary on board
Professional guide
Starting point pickup and drop-off
Entrance to the Middle of the World
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entry fees to churches
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Your tour begins with pickup from your Quito hotel, or the Galería Ecuador, in time for an 8.30am departure and a short drive into the historic center of Quito. Set out to explore the UNESCO-listed district on a guided walking tour, stopping to admire the magnificent neo-gothic Basilica of the National Vow. Then head to the top of Panecillo hill to see the famous statue of the Virgin Mary and enjoy views spanning the entire city.
Continue through the main square of Independence Plaza, then follow your guide to landmarks such as the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and Church of the Jesuits. Finally, stop at La Ronda street for a quick look at artisan workshops and traditional homes.
After a break for lunch (own expense), meet back up with your guide for the around 45-minute drive to the Mitad del Mundo monument – the ‘Middle of the World’ – to see the famous Equator line (entrance included). While you’re there, you’ll also have the option to visit the Intiñan Museum (entrance not included), where you can pose for photos on the ‘equator line’, learn more about Ecuador’s indigenous tribes, and watch a demonstration of the Coriolis Effect.
On return to Quito, your tour ends with drop-off at your original departure point.
Continue through the main square of Independence Plaza, then follow your guide to landmarks such as the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace, and Church of the Jesuits. Finally, stop at La Ronda street for a quick look at artisan workshops and traditional homes.
After a break for lunch (own expense), meet back up with your guide for the around 45-minute drive to the Mitad del Mundo monument – the ‘Middle of the World’ – to see the famous Equator line (entrance included). While you’re there, you’ll also have the option to visit the Intiñan Museum (entrance not included), where you can pose for photos on the ‘equator line’, learn more about Ecuador’s indigenous tribes, and watch a demonstration of the Coriolis Effect.
On return to Quito, your tour ends with drop-off at your original departure point.
Itinerary
Considered to be the largest neo-gothic temple in America
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
An iconic place in the city, renowned for its beauty, and where is a giant statue of the "Winged Virgin", where you can admire a beautiful landscape of colonial and modern Quito.
Duration: 25 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
It's the main square of the city of Quito where the Government Palace is located the Absobispal Palace, the municipality and the Independence's monument.
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
One of Quito's best-known Jesuit churches due to its large central nave, which is deeply decorated with gold leaves, gilded plaster and wood carvings.
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
It is one of the most traditional streets that are in Quito, in the old houses, workshops and galleries of artisans have been arranged.
Duration: 40 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
You can see the monument that divides the northern hemisphere from the southern hemisphere of the planet. Here you can live experiences that defy the laws of physics and occur only in this part of the world.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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