Intiñan Equator Museum

My fd and I didn't have enough time to stay and check out everything. The staff were very accommodating knowing that we have a flight to catch and can only spend 10-15mins. We went to the water experiments and the sun dial area right away. It's good to finally find the scientifically proven equator after going to 2 other locations which also claimed they are on the equator.

The guides are super friendly and make the visit fun and informative, explaining everything about the equator, science, and local culture. We saw cool experiments like watching water swirl differently on each side of the equator. I even balanced a raw egg on a metal nail at the 0°0’0’’ line and got a certificate for it! The true 0°0’0’’ spot is in the parking lot of this museum. Highly recommend for a unique mix of culture, science, and fun!

Unique and worth the fee. Supposedly the more accurate 0"0" and the ticket comes with a free tour in English or Spanish. If you manage to balance an egg on a nail you get a certificate :)

If you really want to stand on the equator, this is the place to go - a cute little museum that provides a compact overview of Ecuadorian culture and a very clear scientific explanation of the position on the zero meridian. Well worth a visit.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Google Review – Intiñan Museum (GPS 0°0’0”) The Intiñan Museum is where the equator becomes more than just a line on a map. It’s a more immersive, interactive, and cultural experience that complements the grandness of Mitad del Mundo. What I Loved Official GPS equator line: This is the accurate 0°0’0” location. It adds authenticity for people who care about geography, GIS, and cultural heritage. Hands-on experiments & demonstrations: Balancing eggs, watching water drain differently on each side of the equator, learning about magnetism, seeing how shadows behave differently — these make it fun and educational. Great for videos showing experiments. History & indigenous culture: The museum does well explaining pre-colonial and indigenous perspectives, myths, and scientific (astronomical, geographical) understanding of the equator. Guides are knowledgeable. Smaller crowds & more depth: Because it’s less commercial, the atmosphere is calmer. Better for those who want to learn, reflect, take their time. What to Know / Tips Tab US$5 entry as well. Plan about 1.5-2 hours if you want to do all the experiments, speak with guides, view exhibits, and take photos/videos. Bring water, a light jacket (often breezy or cooler at the equator point), comfortable shoes. Weather may change quickly. Best moments for video: capture experiments, close-ups of how water behaves, the official GPS plaque/marker, the guide’s commentary, and exterior shots of nature and landscape. If you’re photographing, macro shots of trees, insects near the museum environment, plus wide shots showing the equatorial line and exhibits.

Interesting museum located over the equator. It has a number of displays about Ecuadorian indigenous cultures, as well as the Amazon and tropical regions. But the real attractions is it's location over the equator - can do interesting activities with a compass, and they have demonstrations of various phenomena (these are just little tricks...) including the coriolis effect which is fun to see!

The displays and entrance were very nice and welcoming, and some discussions and displays are cool, including shows of local flora and fauna, but that's where my positive reviews end. There's so much to say about the equator and Quito's unique proximity to it that it is highly disappointing that much of this place seems to play tourists for stupid. First, no, their display and monument is NOT the true equator; that is much closer to the main road of the entrance. Second, while the Coriolis Effect does introduce unique phenomena to Earths weather and that near Quito, it does not cause eggs to balance on nails, it does not make water switch directions down drains, or cause you to lose your balance. This was half of the paid tour... as a science teacher who is passionate about weather, GPS coordinates, so much cool stuff is left out for gimmicks that cater to the gullible tourists. It's a waste of talent and resources at best, and mis-education at worst.

I was short on time and could only either see the museum or the monument. I’m happy I chose the museum because it is the TRUE equator line. This is demonstrated by the various science experiments they conduct on the equator line which wouldn’t be possible anywhere else. They also share a lot about the indigenous history and different wildlife native to the land. My tour guide, Arnold, was great and had a fun sense of humour, making the tour that much more enjoyable. If you’re debating where to go, the Intinan museum should definitely be it.