Quito Tourist Bus
Route & Stops
The Quito Tourist Bus has 2 different lines with 10 to 11 stops. Explore the capital of Ecuador on a double-decker open-top bus as you listen to a live commentary in English and Spanish, as well as an audio guide.
The first stop is on Bulevar Naciones Unidas, and you'll pass the city's most iconic monuments and landmarks, such as the Botanical Gardens, the El Panecillo statue, the Plaza Foch square, the Basílica del Voto Nacional church and the Parque García Moreno park.
Check out the different routes and stops via the following links:
How does it Work?
Your ticket will be activated when it is used for the first time. It is valid for one day, so we recommend starting early so you can make the most of it.
You can use your ticket to hop on and off as many times as you like and discover iconic landmarks such as the Palacio de Carondelet palace, the Basílica del Voto Nacional church, La Merced church, the Plaza Grande Square and Quito Cathedral.
After the booking process, we'll send you an email with a voucher that you'll have to show on the first bus you take.
Bus Timetable
- Red line: Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm every hour
- Blue line: Sundays from 9 am to 4 pm every hour
Mitad del Mundo Tour
Looking for an alternative route? In this case, we'll make our way to la Ciudad Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World City). Here we'll discover the emblematic monument that marks the Equator.
We'll leave from Bulevard Naciones Unidas, passing by the northern part of the city of Quito, the old airport, the traditional neighbourhood of Cotocollao, Pomasqui, and San Antonio de Pichincha. The bus will also have stops at the Intiñan Museum, Casa Agave, and, of course, the Mitad del Mundo monument.
Route and Stops
Check out this link to see the Mitad del Mundo Tour route and stops.
Bus Timetable
This bus tour runs every day at 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pm, and lasts for 4.5 hours. You can check out the schedule at the following link.
More Information
Duration
4h 30m - 1d.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
1–Day Ticket for the Quito Tourist Bus on the red and blue lines (depending on selection)
English–speaking guide
Audio guide
Mitad del Mundo Tour (depending on selection)
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Quito Tour Bus
Corporate name: Quindetour Cia. Ltda
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
