Middle of the World Shuttle Tour: Intiñan Museum & Monument

Ride to the equator with other travelers and a guide who explains what you're seeing

A shared shuttle tour from Quito to the Middle of the World complex, departing at 2:30 pm with pickup from central Quito. The guide leads you through the Intiñan Museum for 45 minutes to an hour, then to the Middle of the World Monument for photos and views on the equinoctial line. An air-conditioned vehicle and live guide in English or Spanish are included. Museum and monument entry fees are separate.

The experience

The shuttle picks you up at 2:30 pm from the Basilica del Voto Nacional area in central Quito and heads north to the Middle of the World complex. The route takes you out of the city to the equator, where the two main stops anchor the afternoon: the Intiñan Museum first, then the Monument itself. Because you're traveling with other visitors on a shared shuttle, the pace is set and the logistics are handled. You don't arrange transport or navigate the route yourself.

At the Intiñan Museum, you spend 45 minutes to an hour with the guide, who walks you through exhibits and activities that explain what the equinoctial line actually is and why this spot matters. The guide speaks English or Spanish depending on the group. After leaving the museum, the shuttle takes you to the Middle of the World Monument, where you can photograph the site and stand on the equator line itself. The operator notes the Monument has limited interpretive information, so most visitors treat it as a photo stop rather than a place to linger.

The return journey brings you back to your starting point in Quito the same evening. The whole outing runs under three hours from pickup to drop-off, making it a compact option if you have a limited window in the city. An air-conditioned vehicle keeps the ride comfortable on the drive out and back.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned shuttle vehicle.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• pickup and return transport from central Quito.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (20 to 64 years) · Child (under 11)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by go 4 shuttle

Is this one for you?Book this shuttle if you're traveling solo or with family and want company on the ride. The shared format keeps the price accessible and puts you with other visitors exploring the equator the same afternoon. The fixed 2:30 pm departure works if that timing fits your Quito schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 11).

What exactly is the Intiñan Museum and what do you do there?

The Intiñan Museum is an interactive museum at the equator that houses exhibits and activities explaining the equinoctial line and its geography. Your guide leads you through for 45 minutes to an hour, showing you how the location works and what makes it significant.

Do I need to buy tickets separately for the museum and the Monument?

Yes. The shuttle and guide are included, but museum entry and the Monument entry fee (listed at $5.00) are not covered by the tour price and must be paid on-site.

What time does the shuttle depart and when do I get back to Quito?

Pickup is at 2:30 pm from the Basilica del Voto Nacional area in central Quito. The shuttle returns you to the same starting point the same evening after visiting both sites.

Will I be on the shuttle alone or with other travelers?

This is a shared shuttle, so you travel with other visitors. It's designed for solo travelers and families who want to meet other people while keeping costs down.