City Tours in Quito

Enjoy a sampling of the natural, cultural and historical sights found around Quito during this comprehensive full-day tour. Take in gorgeous hilltop views of the city from Panecillo Hill and San Juan Mirador. You'll also explore Quito's historic city center by visiting several of its churches and colonial-era buildings. After lunch experience life on both sides of the earth's equator at the Middle of the World monument before finishing your day with the amazing landscapes of Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve. Your comprehensive Quito trip also includes a guide, some site entrance fees and an optional private tour upgrade.

Explore the historic sights of Quito, including its iconic 'Middle of the World' monument situated on the equator, during this full-day private tour. Start your day in the Old Town section of Quito, visiting two of its top churches, La Compañía and San Francisco, and checking out the government palace. You'll then head to the 'Mitad del Mundo' (Middle of the World) monument, marking zero degrees of latitude, where you'll explore the Intiñan museum and a number of on-site attractions dedicated to this unique geographic location. This Quito city excursion also covers round-trip hotel transport, a private guide and vehicle and entrance fees.

Travel to the Middle of the World with a stop at Mitad del Mundo after a personalized tour of Quito. First, a private guide provides insight on the capital city's historical center, including its World Heritage-listed monuments and churches. After a hike to El Panecillo, a lookout point above the city and home to La Virgen de Quito statue, you'll stand at the Equatorial monument - 0 degrees latitude.

Experience Quito's most magnificent views and freshest flavors on this half-day combo tour. First, ride a cable car to the top of the Pichincha volcano for a towering perspective over the city. Back in the historic heart of Quito, head to a local market to browse colorful stalls piled high with fresh produce, herbs and more. Learn about staples of Ecuadorian cooking from a guide, and taste it for yourself with a market lunch of regional dishes like fried pork, ceviche and fresh-squeezed juice.

With so much to see in the historical center of Quito, you'll cover more ground with a personal guide. This private half-day tour includes visits to prominent plazas, churches, and museums of this World Heritage Site, designated by UNESCO for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture. Don't miss a stop at El Panecillo, where a statue of La Virgen de Quito overlooks the city.

Spend seven hours exploring Ecuador's capital city with a bilingual guide on this small-group tour of Quito. You'll check out the exteriors of iconic Government's Palace and San Francisco's Church and get an inside look at the famous La Compania Church and Capilla del Hombre Museum, too. This comprehensive tour is capped at just 14 travelers, insuring a personalized experience for everyone!

Experience the history, culture, architecture and natural beauty of Quito on this memorable tour of Ecuador's capital city. Follow your expert guide through city streets and journey across the skies in South America's highest gondola. Explore a volcano on foot during a three-hour hike and make the most of your time in this incredible city!

See where the Equator divides the northern and southern hemispheres on this tour of the Middle of the World Monument from Quito. Follow your guide and driver to this attraction that was built to honor a French expedition and explore the on-site museum where numerous Ecuadorian crafts and items are displayed. This three-hour tour highlights one of Ecuador's most popular attractions and allows travelers plenty of time for exploring, shopping and learning, too.