Quito full day: Cable car, Old town & Middle of the World

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1. Our interesting cable car visit allows us to have a breathtaking view of the capital city of Ecuador, we will take a short walk and have the opportunity to swing on the super swing. Many times from this point depending on the climate we can see several volcanoes.

   1 h

2. Intiñan Museum This fun and informative activity includes learning all about the equatorial line through experiments that will make us participate and live the experience of being halfway around the world! Bring your passport to be stamped!

   1 h

3. Half of the World You will have the opportunity to see and take the famous photograph in the historic place known as the halfway city of the world , this monument so popular that attracts big and young (approximately 15 minutes).After this fun stop, we will go to lunch at an authentic Ecuadorian restaurant (1 hour) and then head to the Historic Center (40 minutes drive).

   15 min

4. Basilica of the National Vote Climb the towers of the famous Gothic-style church in Quito City where you will have the opportunity to see the fauna of Ecuador represented around the church instead of gargoyles! Also its flora through its rose windows and on clear days admire volcanoes from the condor tower.

   1 h

5. Independence Square (Plaza Grande) We will stop at the famous Plaza Grande/Independence Square to learn more about its history and its colonial buildings like the Archbishop's Palace, its beautiful cathedral, presidential palace. And learn more about its famous monument in honor of the heroes of the cry of independence.

   1 h

6. Church of St. Francis, Church of the Sacred, Church of the Society of Jesus All part of our historical and cultural heritage, we will talk about its facades and learn more about its history, walking through the beautiful historic center of Quito.

   30 min

7. Our life is always sweeter with a piece of chocolate! And there’s no better choice than the world’s finest chocolate, crafted from Ecuador’s renowned fine cacao aroma. Come and discover the flavors of our beautiful country, where every bite tells a story of tradition, passion, and excellence. We will also enjoy a tasting of different chocolate flavors

   20 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Quito

• Its from-price is 27% below the median of the 338 day trips we list in Quito.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 24 of 338.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Quito

Quito, Ecuador's high Andean capital, has one of the best-preserved colonial centres in Latin America, ringed by volcanoes and green mountains.

The historic centre was among the very first places named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its churches, plazas and monasteries are spectacular. La Compañía de Jesús glows with gold leaf inside, the Basilica del Voto Nacional has gargoyles shaped like Ecuadorian animals, and Plaza Grande is surrounded by the cathedral and the presidential palace.

Top-ranked sights in Quito: Cotopaxi National Park, Basilica of the National Vow (La Basílica del Voto Nacional), Independence Plaza (Plaza de la Independencia).

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