Quito and Middle of the World City Full-Day Tour
Pichincha, Ecuador
See the sights of Quito on a full-day tour and visit the famous monument that marks the precise location of the equator at the Middle of the World City.
Highlights
- Explore Quito's landmark monuments on a guided city tour
- Visit the Middle of the World City at the equator's precise location
- Stand on the line dividing the northern and southern hemispheres
Description
After morning hotel pick-up in Quito, explore the city's main attractions with a professional guide. Travel along Gran Colombia Avenue to the Basilica del Voto Nacional and view its impressive neo-Gothic façade.
Continue to Plaza de la Independencia in the colonial center to visit the white cathedral and Government Palace. See the ornate gold altars of the Jesuit church La Compañía de Jesús and the 16th-century Church of San Francisco. Then, ascend El Panecillo hill to see the Virgin Mary statue and panoramic city views.
Finish the tour at the Middle of the World City and the Intiñan Solar Museum. Learn about the equator and visit the monument marking the division between the northern and southern hemispheres.
Includes
- Professional guide
- Hotel or port pick-up and drop-off
Excludes
- Entrance fees ($10 per person)
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Confirmation received at time of booking
- Dress code is smart casual
- Tour may be led by a multi-lingual guide
- Minimum 2 people per booking
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Destinations may change due to weather or availability
Cancelation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a light jacket. Morning tours are recommended to avoid afternoon rain showers and crowds.
