Quito: Double Decker City Tour & Middle of the World Monument

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

This tour offers a fantastic combination of Quito’s best attractions with a cultural visit to the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo. On board a double-decker bus, you have the opportunity to enjoy a scenic ride through La Carolina Park, the La Mariscal neighborhood, and Barrio América, with stops at iconic landmarks like the Basílica del Voto Nacional and the Historic Center. From the Panecillo Hill, you’ll take in unique views of the city and the surrounding valley. In the afternoon, we will take a bus on to visit the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo to stamp your passport on the equator line, explore cultural exhibits, and taste traditional Ecuadorian food like locro and yahuarlocro. You'll also have the chance to try famous Paila ice cream and learn about Ecuadorian architecture at the Ancestral Houses. This full-day experience provides a perfect blend of history, culture, architecture, and gastronomy.

What's Included

Ride through the city on a Double Decker
Professional Guide
Middle of the World visit (bus)
Entrance fees
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your day with a pick-up at the main Quito Tour Bus stop at Bulevar NNUU, where you'll board the double-decker bus for a panoramic city tour.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The first stop of this tour begins with views of the green La Carolina Park, followed by a drive through the traditional La Mariscal neighborhood, where old and new architectural styles meet.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    La Mariscal concentrates a lot of history, culture and architecture making it the ideal place to visit and discover: charming heritage buildings, a varied offer of lodging, food and beverage, cultural, academic and handicraft establishments.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Basilica del Voto Nacional

    Stop near García Moreno Park, where you can take incredible photos of the iconic Basílica del Voto Nacional.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Ride through the famous García Moreno and Benalcázar streets, passing by the Plaza and Church of San Francisco and the Plaza and Church of Santa Clara. (churches entrance not included)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Take a break at the top of the Panecillo, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city and the inter-Andean valley while admiring the monument of the Virgin of Legarda.

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • 7

    After your scenic stops, the bus will return to the starting point at Bulevar NNUU, where the second part of your day begins with a pick-up, heading towards the Ciudad Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World City).

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Visit the Mitad del Mundo complex, where you can stamp your passport at the monument and explore the cultural exhibits and historical sites. Traditional celebrations may be taking place during your visit.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 9

    After meeting this iconic point of the city, the tour concludes with a comfortable return to central Quito, dropping you off at the Bulevar NNUU.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tangol

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Hop on Hop Off Buses
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