Mitad del Mundo Excursion

8.4 / 10 14 reviews Free cancellation

from

US$39

From

US$39

Mitad del Mundo Excursion

The middle of the world!

Visiting Ciudad Mitad del Mundo

Ecuatorial Monument at Ciudad Mitad del Mundo

Can you imagine being in both hemispheres at the same time? On this trip from Quito, you'll be able to put one foot on each side of the equatorial line that marks the Middle of the World.

Details

Duration

4 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup (depending on selection)
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Admission to Mitad del Mundo

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Bulevar Naciones Unidas

Reviews of our customers

8.4

Excellent 91 Travelers·14 reviews

October 25, 2023
Loretta
Canada
The trip there and back was fine and the guide made it enjoyable. Unfortunately it was raining - which cannot be helped. But we thought there might ...
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July 3, 2023
Erin
United States
Irene was an amazing tour guide. She was very personable, enthusiastic, and willing to answer any questions. Irene was also great in providing a wealt...
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July 26, 2023
Richard
United States
Great tour of Mitad del Mundo! Andrea did a great job of guiding the tour and keeping us entertained.
Traveling solo
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December 31, 2022
Frank Hodgson
Wells, United Kingdom
Enjoyable trip. Excellent guide.
As a couple
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November 22, 2022
Marcia
Miami, U.S. Outlying Islands
Johan was a knowledgeable tour guide and showed us amazing views and places. He took his time and even offered to take our photos.
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October 23, 2022
Anonymous
Canada
A wonderful excursion with a very informative and helpful guide.
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Can you imagine being in both hemispheres at the same time? On this trip from Quito, you'll be able to put one foot on each side of the equatorial line that marks the Middle of the World.

Description

At the indicated time, we'll head north to Mitad del Mundo, or 'Middle of the World', famous for the housing monument that marks the exact location of the equator, from which the country takes its name.

In the middle of an impressive natural landscape, the Equatorial Monument stands at latitude 0º0'0". Thanks to its pyramidal-quadrangular shape with four monoliths located on its corners, this obelisk marks the geographical orientation of the four cardinal points.

We'll see the Ethnographic Museum and the equinoctial line, which represents the imaginary line that divides the earth's hemispheres. With one foot on each side of this line, you'll be simultaneously in the northern and southern hemispheres—smack dab in the Middle of the World!

In this spectacular area, you'll have free time to try some of the local cuisine, such as yahuarlocro, a delicious potato-based soup, or get to know the ancestral dwellings that surround it.

Afterwards, we'll meet up again to begin the journey back to the starting point, where we'll arrive after between 4 and 5 hours in total.

Meeting Point

Depending on availability, this activity includes pickup at hotels in the La Mariscal district or round-trip transport from Bulevar Naciones Unidas. During the booking process, we'll provide you with the exact pickup location.

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Can you imagine being in both hemispheres at the same time? On this trip from Quito, you'll be able to put one foot on each side of the equatorial line that marks the Middle of the World.

Description

Afterwards, we'll meet up again to begin the journey back to the starting point, where we'll arrive after between 4 and 5 hours in total.

Mitad del Mundo Excursion