Quito Tourist Bus

The Quito Tourist Bus provides a convenient way to explore Ecuador's capital and its main monuments.

Route & Stops

The Quito Tourist Bus operates 2 different lines with 10 to 11 stops. Travel on a double-decker open-top bus while listening to live commentary in English and Spanish, along with an audio guide. The first stop is at Bulevar Naciones Unidas, featuring landmarks such as the Botanical Gardens, El Panecillo statue, Plaza Foch, Basílica del Voto Nacional, and Parque García Moreno.

How does it Work?

Your ticket is activated upon first use and is valid for one day. Use it to hop on and off as many times as desired to see landmarks including the Palacio de Carondelet, La Merced church, Plaza Grande, and Quito Cathedral. After booking, a voucher will be sent via email to show on the first bus.

Bus Timetable

Red line: Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm every hourBlue line: Sundays from 9 am to 4 pm every hour

Mitad del Mundo Tour

This alternative route goes to Ciudad Mitad del Mundo, where you can visit the monument marking the Equator. Departing from Bulevard Naciones Unidas, the tour travels through northern Quito, Cotocollao, Pomasqui, and San Antonio de Pichincha, with stops at the Intiñan Museum, Casa Agave, and the Mitad del Mundo monument.

Bus Timetable

This tour operates daily at 9 am, 11:30 am, and 2 pm, lasting 4.5 hours.