Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit worth booking?
Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit is a 8-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $67 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $67 per person
This full day tour will take you around Quito and to the famous Middle of the World monument, this is the best place to visit to know all about Quito. Note: In coordination with your guide, you can request a change in t
What you get
- Hotel pick up and drop-off ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Quito)
- Professional guide
- Private Tour
About this experience
This full day tour will take you around Quito and to the famous Middle of the World monument, this is the best place to visit to know all about Quito. Note: In coordination with your guide, you can request a change in the visit from the Middle of the World City to the Intiñan Museum.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop-off ( Hotel pick up inside the Urban perimeter of Quito)
- Professional guide
- Private Tour
Not included
- Gratuities
- Nothing non specified in the program
- Food and Drinks
What you'll see and do
Quito Old Town
In the morning our guide will pick you up at your hotel to accompany you to visit the city of Light of America, internationally recognized for having the largest and best preserved historic center in Latin America. We begin with an interesting tour of the most traditional market in Quito, we will observe flowers, fruits, typical foods and the daily life of the people who come to this market to make their purchases. We continue to the Basilica of the National Vote, considered the most important work of neo-Gothic architecture in our country and where we can climb its towers, observe its gargoyles and walk through its interiors that have not yet been finished according to legend.
120 minutes here
Quito Old Town
We move towards the Plaza Grande or Plaza de la Independencia, where the Government Palace or Carondelet Palace is located, the Municipal Building and the City Cathedral, after a few steps we will arrive at La Compañía de Jesús Church, a jewel of Baroque architecture and an impressive sample of Quito's colonial art, we continue to the Church of San Francisco where we will learn about the interesting myths and legends that took place during its construction. In this square we will have the opportunity to savor one of the best chocolates made with fine Ecuadorian aroma cocoa, after this delicious stop we will walk until we reach Morales street, or better known as Ronda, a place full of colorful houses that have been preserved since the colonial and republican times, here our guide will make recommendations and give you the necessary time to have lunch (not included).
60 minutes here
El Panecillo
We continue to the Panecillo viewpoint located at the top of the hill of the same name at 3,035 masl, and which was formerly known as "shungoloma" or heart hill, here is a large-scale aluminum replica (45mts.) of the Virgin of Quito, sculpted by Quito artist Bernardo de Legarda and whose original is displayed on the main altar of the Church of San Francisco.
60 minutes here
Pululahua Volcano & Geobotanical Reserve
We head north of the city until we reach the viewpoint of the Pululahua volcano from where we can see one of the few inhabited craters in the world.
60 minutes here
then we will move to the Middle of the World City Complex (admission not included), here our guide will take you to visit replicas of the ancestral houses of the inhabitants of Ecuador, our guide will also demonstrate through interactive games the physical phenomena that only occur in the middle of the world, then we will be able to observe the monument built in honor of the French scientific expedition that located the exact position geographic location of the equator line that divides the world and take an original and fun photograph in both hemispheres, our guide will take you inside the monument to visit the ethnographic museum and learn about Ecuadorian indigenous cultures and nationalities. Please take into account that the pass included in your tour gives you unlimited access to all the attractions of the Complex so you can organize with your guide the tour that is most interesting for you. Finally, our guide will take you back to your hotel.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
Meeting spot given by the operator (near the hotel of the passenger)
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meeting spot given by the operator (near the hotel of the passenger)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Perfect Destiny
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- We provide Multilingual guide
- We recommend taking a hat and block sun
- Any extra payment like entrance to the national park or taxes must be paid by each customer in person
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We had a great one day...
We had a great one day city tour . Covered all the places except the cable car. Our guide Roberto was good .
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $67 to $221
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
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Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit cost?
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Prices start at $67 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full day Quito City Tour and Middle of the world visit start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities, Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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