Family Tour to the Equator Line – Visit Mitad del Mundo from Quito

Price: 85 USD + VAT – Up to 2 people (*)

Tour and prices available for larger parties

Duration: 5-6 hours

Based on standard visit times

01. Pick-up (available from 8 AM)

Start this private experience in Quito by getting picked up from our wonderful Old Town Quito Suites. You can also request for pickup from any other hotels or landmarks(**) if you won't be staying with us by the day/time you want the tour to get started.  

Be it from our wonderful Old Town Quito Suites or anywhere else in Quito, you can customize your pickup place(**), date and time!

02. Journey to the Middle of the World (1 hour)

Although this is expected to be a long way to go (outskirts of the city), your friendly guide is there to make you feel comfortable and acquainted to what you're about to witness.

Don't hesitate to make questions or even ask for rearrangement on the itinerary.

Although this is expected to be a long way to go (outskirts of the city), your friendly guide is there to make you feel comfortable and acquainted to what you're about to witness.

Don't hesitate to make questions or even ask for rearrangement on the itinerary.

03. Exploring the Middle of the World Complex
(1-2 hours) 

You’ll experience first-handedly the magic of standing on the Equator Line. Besides, the complex itself offers unique opportunities to delve into Ecuadorian culture and flavors, alongside with its variety of permanent exhibitions and tasting flights (craft beer and chocolate).

You’ll experience first-handedly the magic of standing on the Equator Line. Besides, the complex itself offers unique opportunities to delve into Ecuadorian culture and flavors, alongside with its variety of permanent exhibitions and tasting flights (craft beer and chocolate).

04. Visting the Intiñán Museum
(1 hour)

After modern technology measurements, this is where the actual "Middle of World" has been determined to lay. Finally, straddle between hemispheres as you learn more about Ecuadorian culture and science through fun experiments.

After modern technology measurements, this is where the actual "Middle of World" has been determined to lay. Finally, straddle between hemispheres as you learn more about Ecuadorian culture and science through fun experiments.

05. Getting to know the Incan Ruins of Pucará de Rumicucho 
(1 hour - optional(4))

Once a key military hub and ceremonial site, dated to the Incan Empire, Pucará de Rumicucho nowadays lays as the astonishing vestiges from an ancient era. You'll get to stroll through the ruins as you learn of its historical background and enjoy panoramic views.

Once a key military hub and ceremonial site, dated to the Incan Empire, Pucará de Rumicucho nowadays lays as the astonishing vestiges from an ancient era. You'll get to stroll through the ruins as you learn of its historical background and enjoy panoramic views.

06. Discovering Pululahua Dormant Volcano 
(0.5 hours)

This is one among many volcanoes in Ecuador, outstanding for its dormant status, which allowed indigenous communities to settle down inside its crater. Get a glimpse on this astonishing atmosphere through the Pululahua Viewpoint. 

This is one among many volcanoes in Ecuador, outstanding for its dormant status, which allowed indigenous communities to settle down inside its crater. Get a glimpse on this astonishing atmosphere through the Pululahua Viewpoint. 

07. Return to downtown (choose your dropoff place)

It's time to go back and rechange for the next adventure awaiting ahead. Tell your guide where to drop you off, could it be at our Old Town Quito Suites, another landmark you'd like to visit, a restaurant in Quito, another lodgment in Quito, or even straight to the airport(3).

Customize on the go! No matter where in Quito you'd prefer to go next, whether Old Town Quito Suites or a different place, tell your friendly guide where they should drop you off(3).

(*) Get a free quote for larger parties. Our prices include both private guiding and private transportation. Tickets, food, souvenirs and tips are NOT included given the customizable ways of this experience, yet attendants are entitled to decide the attractions they prefer to visit or skip within the itinerary, as well as the moment they want to have lunch.


(**) Pickup is available in Quito and surrounding areas including Quito airport, adding the possibility to start the trip right after airport collection for early arrivals (up to noon). Pickup from the airport or surrounding areas other than Quito downtown increases the trip price. Check with us if required.


(3) Drop-off is available in Quito and surrounding areas outside Quito including Quito airport, recommended for itinerary-free mornings and evening departures. Drop-off at the airport, surrounding areas other than Quito downtown, or outside Quito increases the trip price. Check with us if required.


(4) Pucará de Rumicucho is an optional addition, which can be either exchanged for other landmarks, or included without exchanges but reducing the time available to spend in other landmarks.

Discover the Equator with Your Family – Half-Day Touring in Mitad del Mundo

This family-friendly tour to Mitad del Mundo offers more than just a photo at the Equator—it’s a full experience designed to entertain, educate, and inspire. Get a unique stamp on your passport, explore the hands-on science at the Intiñan Museum, and take in the natural beauty with a short hike into the Pululahua Volcano and a visit to the Rumicucho Inca Ruins.


This educational tour for families in Quito combines culture, science, and outdoor fun—perfect for curious kids and adults alike. Looking for things to do in Quito with kids? This is one of the best family tours in Quito Ecuador. 

Besides, the best thing about organizing your trip through Old Town Quito Suites is you'll get more than a trip, but a fully customizable and private experience. Discover at your own pace, explore the way you like!