Quito City Tour & Equator Line

Quito´s Historic center is a UNESCO world heritage site and offers a whole range of interesting buildings and places that reflect the Ecuadorian People, Environment and beliefs. In the afternoon, drive 25km (16 mi) north of Quito to the Middle of the World, latitude 0º. Stand with one foot in each hemisphere, visit the Intiñan Museum which showcases the immense cultural diversity within this small South American country.

Embark on our Quito Old Town & Equator tour, a vibrant journey that not only bolsters local economies through immersive encounters with the city's rich cultural heritage but also nourishes your well-being as you straddle the hemispheres at the Middle of the World. This excursion melds the charm of ancient streets and the mystique of the equatorial line, offering a unique blend of sustainable tourism and an exhilarating sense of balance between history, science, and personal discovery.

Trip Outline

Step into the enchanting world of Quito, where history whispers around every corner and culture bursts into life. Your journey begins in the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the golden splendor of the Compañía Church, the pulsating heart of San Francisco Square, and the majestic Panecillo await, with the Virgin of Quito bestowing her blessing over panoramic city views. Then, venture 25km north to stand astride two hemispheres at the Middle of the World, latitude 0º, a geographical marvel where the Intiñan Museum unravels Ecuador's rich cultural tapestry. Feel the thrill of defying gravity on the 00°00’00” magnetic line, where science and wonder collide. Your adventure culminates at the Pululahua crater viewpoint, gazing into one of the world's only inhabited volcanic calderas, a breathtaking testament to nature's power and beauty.