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Middle of the World Tours

Stand on the centre of the Earth: the Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World), where you can place a foot in each hemisphere on the equator line, climb the monument, and visit the fascinating Intiñán museum with its equator experiments. A fun, iconic half-day excursion from Quito.

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Middle of the World in Quito — FAQ

What is the Middle of the World in Quito?
The Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World) is a monument and complex just outside Quito marking the equator, where you can stand with a foot in each hemisphere, and the nearby Intiñán museum offers fun equator experiments.
How far is the Middle of the World from Quito?
The Mitad del Mundo is about 45 minutes north of central Quito, visited on a half-day tour often combined with the Old Town or the TelefériQo cable car.
Is the Middle of the World worth visiting?
Yes — standing on the equator, posing with a foot in each hemisphere and trying the Intiñán museum’s experiments is a fun, iconic Quito experience.