Tours & Sightseeing in Quito

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.

When the French Geodesic Mission surveyed the equator in 1739, they declared the spot of this monument outside Qutio as the Middle of the World. With this full-day tour from Quito, enjoy a day away from the city as you visit the Middle of the World monument, as well as the real Latitude Zero 787 feet away. You'll have time to visit the Ethnographic Museum and the Inti Nan Museum.

Combine a city tour of downtown Quito with a ride on the Telef erico on this 6-hour experience. Get panoramic views of the area around Quito from the cable car and learn about the city's history through visits to the historic center's squares, churches, and significant buildings. Round-trip transportation from select Quito hotels included.

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.

Discover indigenous arts and local markets during this cultural tour of Otavalo Market and Laguna Cuicocha from Quito. Escape the city and journey into Ecuador's more rural hillsides as you follow your guide through some of the area's top cultural attractions.

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!

Enjoy the best of Quito on this 3-hour guided sightseeing tour. Navigate the narrow city streets that wind through colonial and contemporary Quito. Make stops at Independence Plaza and the Presidential Palace. Check out the impressive views from one of the world's highest capital cities and gain insider knowledge about the culture and history of this Ecuadorian city.

Traveling between Quito and the dispersed monuments that surround it can often be a hassle. Eliminate the stress of public transport with an organized ride between the Middle of the World Monument (La Mitad del Mundo), Intinan Museum, and Teleferico Quito, South America's highest aerial lift. Watch the sunset from Teleferico Quito, where the tour concludes. Please note, entrance fees are not included.

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.

Discover the rich culture and history of Old Town Quito on this 4-hour guided walking tour. Hear the stories and legends behind the Ecuadorian capital's most iconic landmarks that you visit, including Independence Plaza, Government Palace, the Independence Monument, and the Archbishop's palace. On this tour, you don't just sightsee - try your hand at making traditional chocolate, too. Plus top off this fantastic day with a stop at an old-school ice cream shop, and sample delightful flavors.

What better way is there to get to know a new place and sustainably get around than by bike? With Mindo BIking, you will be able to rent a bike for a day (from 8:30 am up to 6:00 pm) and take a cruise around the beautiful cloud forest and surrounding area.

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!

Spend an entire day exploring the city of Quito with an expert guide. Learn about local cultures and traditions as you make your way through scenic landscapes and urban streets. Visit Teleferico and relax on a picturesque horseback ride to Pichincha Volcano, where you'll find incredible views of Quito.

Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed historic center and visit the famous Equator Line on this full-day tour from Quito. Admire landmarks such as the Basilica del Voto Nacional and the San Fransisco Monastery on a walking tour of Quito; take in the views from the Mirador del Panecillo viewpoint; then walk along the Equator Line at the Mitad del Mundo. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

This private Quito sightseeing tour gives you the inside scoop on Quito attractions. Along with a guide, travel through the city's lovely settings en route to top sights such as Independence Square, San Francisco Church, and a vista point favorited by locals. Your guide shares fun facts and information about the city to help you see it through a local lens.

Journey to the Middle of the World on this memorable tour that stops at the Pululahua Crater, Intinan Museum and more. You'll learn about local customs and traditions from a friendly guide and capture panoramic city views of stunning Quito from atop Teleferico.

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.

Tour the capital city of Quito at your leisure with this popular hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy hassle-free double-decker transportation through narrow city streets as you make your way to numerous city attractions and landmarks. Choose to get off at any of the 11 stops and make the most of your time in Quito.

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.

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.