Ecuador is home to the middle of the world! Travel on a guided private tour from Quito to the location where the southern and northern hemispheres meet and view the monument which stands to represent this great divide! You can't visit Ecuador without going to the middle of the world. The monument will make you feel like you're on top of the world!
Highlights
- Visit to the Middle of the World Monument on a private tour from Quito
- Learn about the history and culture of Ecuador at the Ethnographic Museum
- Enjoy an optional lunch at one of Quito's best restaurants
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off from most Quito hotels
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Private Tour: Middle of the World Monument from Quito
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Mitad del Mundo MonumentMitad del Mundo Monument in Ecuador.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Kelly world in handsKelly holding the world in her hand.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Jacob eggIts supposed to be easier to balance an egg on a nail on the equator, but Jacob still has some problems.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Top of Mitad del Mundo ...Top of the Mitad del Mundo Monument.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
The real EquatorThe real Equator, the one at 0°0′0″ Lat.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Mitad del MundoMitad del Mundo.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Jacob and Kelly at real ...Jacob and Kelly at the real (GPS determined) Equator.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Kelly and Jacob at EquatorKelly and Jacob at the Mitad del Mundo equator.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Monument for EquatorMonument for the actual equator at the Inti Nan museum.Photo by: Kelly GUSA, 05 2008 -
Useful Information
Middle of the World Monument
Venture to the 'Middle of the World City' on this private tour from Quito. After pickup from your hotel, your tour begins as you head to the northern part of Quito. Here, visit the visit the monument that divides the northern and southern hemispheres.
The 98 foot (30 meter) monument was built during the XVII century when a French Expedition defined the precise location of the equatorial line. After touring the monumnet, you'll also have the opportunity to visit the Ethnographic Museum. Explore the museum with your guide and see authentic costumes, musical instruments and more from different regions of Ecuador. Learn about the country's history and culture as you tour the museum.
The 98 foot (30 meter) monument was built during the XVII century when a French Expedition defined the precise location of the equatorial line. After touring the monumnet, you'll also have the opportunity to visit the Ethnographic Museum. Explore the museum with your guide and see authentic costumes, musical instruments and more from different regions of Ecuador. Learn about the country's history and culture as you tour the museum.
Upgrade to the lunch package and enjoy a local lunch at one of the best restaurants in Quito!
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