Quito City Tour and Equator Line: Experience Ancestral History and Cultural Heritage
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Quito
Immerse yourself in the ancestral history and cultural heritage of Quito through a city tour and a visit to the Equator line. Explore the stunning architecture, colonial churches, and art in the Historical Center. Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints and a taste of the country's best cuisine.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Basilica del Voto Nacional - Catholic church in neo-Gothic style, its construction began in 1884.
    The basilica arises to honor the consecration of Ecuador to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, made by order of the then-president Gabriel Garcia Moreno.
    In the basilica stand out its towers with high tourist potential and incredible views of the city, the National Pantheon of Heads of State, catacombs, 3 chapels, and the Oblate convent.

  • Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande) - Also known by the Quiteños as the Plaza Grande, is the main square of the Historic Center, represents a political, symbolic, and historical center of the city.
    In the surroundings of this historic square, we can find the Palace of Carondelet or Palace of Government, the Cathedral of Quito, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Municipality of the city. In addition, we can see the monument to independence in the center of the square.

  • Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania - The Society of Jesus is one of the most important Catholic temples in Latin America. Its facade carved in volcanic stone and its interior covered in gold leaf make it a representative work of baroque and syncretism. The temple belongs to the Jesuit order and its construction began in 1605. In addition, the temple treasures paintings and artistic works unique in the world.

  • La Virgen del Panecillo - The sculpture located at the top of the Loma of Panecillo corresponds to a representation of the Virgen de Legarda or Virgen Apocalyptica, a Quito work from the 18th century. It was placed in 1975, is 41 meters high, and is currently one of the tallest monuments in the world. It is made of aluminum and seated on a stone base. Likewise, the hill of Panecillo is one of the most charming natural viewpoints.

  • TelefériQo Cable Car - Enjoy the view of Quito city (closed for the moment )

  • Mitad Del Mundo - The emblematic middle of the world in San Antonio de Pichincha is an official equatorial line.

  • Intinan Museum - Intiñan is a recreational and interactive museum in which you can get to know firsthand and in a fun way the aboriginal history of Ecuador, its cultures, and its knowledge mainly related to the study of the stars, especially the sun, its effects and influence on the life of these magnificent societies.

What's Included
  • Entrance fees included
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop-off service
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Expert tour guidance
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Teleférico Quito
Additional Information

Experience the city’s origins and the embodiment of Quito’s captivating charm through its striking architecture, colonial churches, squares, and art, right at the heart of the city and the equator. Discover these gems in the Historical Center, recognized as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

From there, we will explore its periphery, offering both adventure and unparalleled views from the natural lookouts of El Panecillo and the Quito Cable Car.

Lastly, we end our journey in the city center of the world. Here, you’ll get the thrill of standing at the exact point of zero degrees latitude, zero minutes, and zero seconds. Furthermore, you’ll have an opportunity to savor the country’s top gastronomy.

Location
Basilica del Voto Nacional
Carchi 122 y Venezuela.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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M7561lmtiffanyl
Jan 12, 2024
Love Cotopaxi - David was an amazing guide. Very patient and friendly. Explained the history and facts of the places we visited! An absolutely fun time with a great guide
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Emily1633
Dec 31, 2023
Moral del mundo and quito - David was amazing guide! We were able to see so many things in a very short period of time. Knowledgeable super friendly ! Don’t miss the opportunity to take any tour with this tour guide!!
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V4476ftmaggieh
Dec 29, 2023
Ecuador Adventure - Davíd was FABULOUS! We were able to “choose our own adventure” and he provided excellent insight, history, and cultural information along the way. His energy was great and he truly makes you feel like an old friend. Thank you again David for an awesome adventure.
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Quest41568082546
Jun 27, 2023
Amazing Quito - Favourite part of the day trip was at the middle of the earth and also visiting the various churches in Quito - loved the cultural experience - Pedro shared a lot of historical and interesting facts which truly enriched the experience. He’s very knowledgeable, spoke really well in English and was fun to hang out with! Travellers, bring a jacket and wear sensible shoes as it can get quite windy and hilly.
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