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Full Day Tour of Quito City and Middle of the World Site
San Antonio de Pichincha
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Quito hosts a very variable climate. We highly recommended that travelers take a small back pack to carry all needed. Wear a light waterproof jacket (dress in layers), warm clothes, walking shoes, and sun block for sunny days.
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Money: We recommend you bring small bills to pay for the entrances and tips (USD).
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• Visit the idyllic Quito Colonia City (Independence Plaza, The Cathedra, Plaza San Francisco). • Step into South America’s best example of Spanish Baroque architecture church, La Compañia De Jesus • Step right in the middle of the world visiting the Equatorial Monument. • Catch a great 360 sight of Quito from the Virgen del Panecillo viewpoint (depends on time). • Get acquainted with Quito’s culinary delicacies during this classic-style Quito City Tour
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bilingual Guide during the tour
Pick up and Drop off at your hotel in Quito (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY)
Meals
Hotel in Quito
Entrances Fee to Mitad del Mundo, and some churches in the Historical Center
Cost of extra activities not listed
Tips & Gratuities (optional)
Full Day Tour of Quito City and Middle of the World Site
San Antonio de Pichincha
About
• Visit the idyllic Quito Colonia City (Independence Plaza, The Cathedra, Plaza San Francisco). • Step into South America’s best example of Spanish Baroque architecture church, La Compañia De Jesus • Step right in the middle of the world visiting the Equatorial Monument. • Catch a great 360 sight of Quito from the Virgen del Panecillo viewpoint (depends on time). • Get acquainted with Quito’s culinary delicacies during this classic-style Quito City Tour
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bilingual Guide during the tour
Pick up and Drop off at your hotel in Quito (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY)
Meals
Hotel in Quito
Entrances Fee to Mitad del Mundo, and some churches in the Historical Center
Cost of extra activities not listed
Tips & Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Mitad Del Mundo
An early pick up form your hotel (8h00 approximately) to take a ride to the northern part of the city towards Middle of the World Site. On the small Mitad del Mundo citadel you will visit the Middle of the World Monument, built in honor to the French Scientific Expedition (XVIII century) that tried to defin the location of the equator for the first time. Afterwards, you will visit the Inti Ñan Museum, a scientific and cultural museum located in the real location of the Equator Line. We will hit the road again heading back to the city to step into the past wondering around Quito Historical Center.
The trip takes a brake here for lunch, your guide will give you some great options to introduce you to a bit of the Andean cuisine (lunch not included).
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Plaza San Francisco
Continue the tour in the UNESCO World Patrimony Old Town Quito, step into the beautiful colonial churches and submerge into its history and classic art. A rich colonial legacy with European and pre-Spanish roots fill the old city. You will start by visiting San Francisco Square and Church, the Independence Square and the main Cathedral, Presidential Palace Building, and one of the best examples of the baroque movement in South America, the iconic La Compañía de Jesus church. Most of the religious buildings here date 500 years old – it will dazzle your senses. Afterwards, enjoy an amazing 360- degree view from Panecillo Hill before riding back to your hotel of stay in Quito.
* The activities and timing will depend on your preferences *