Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Calderon Park
Calderon Park is just one of the places to see in Cuenca, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.

New Cathedral of Cuenca
After visiting New Cathedral of Cuenca, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a visit to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Puente Roto
You can find out about the history of Cuenca with a trip to Puente Roto. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Convent of the Assumption
Find out about the history of Cuenca when you spend time at Convent of the Assumption. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.
Pumapungo Archaeological Park
You can browse the exhibits at Pumapungo Archaeological Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cuenca. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Activities

Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory

Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca

Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador

Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca

Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.

Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Our pick of the best Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals

Santa Lucia House - Forum
"bien"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Vaway Hotel
"Excelente ubicación y servicio."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
"I recently stayed at Mansión Alcázar in Cuenca, and the experience genuinely stayed with me. After a long day of travel involving buses, taxis, shuttles, heat, and exhaustion, I arrived tired and overwhelmed. The very first thing they offered me was a warm towel. That small gesture meant more than ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
"Old world charm in the historic center. Excellent coffee in the room and a chocolate on the bed each evening. Also a great buffet breakfast with local fresh fruit. High end l'Occitane bath products.This hotel pays attention to detail and we felt well cared for. Cuenca flows with mountain springs ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Casa de las Rosas

El Dorado Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cuenca Historic Center

Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.

El Barranco
If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.

San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.

Canaribamba
Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.

El Vecino
Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.
