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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Plaza Rotary Market
During your trip to Cuenca, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Rotary Market. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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.
Sombrero Museum
You can study the exhibits at Sombrero Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Inter-American Center of Popular Arts
You can browse the exhibits at Inter-American Center of Popular Arts, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the museums in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Our pick of the best El Barranco Hotel Deals
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Was great! Staff really nice and helpfull!
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
Good value. Fantastic location. We loved being right next to the river, and just blocks from the action, but without the noise of downtown. A few things are odd—our first suite didn't have any windows. The hotel staff was very accommodating and helpful, and was willing to move us to another room. ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Oro Verde Cuenca
Everyone was courteous we’ve stayed there before and would not stay anywhere else. We love it love the service. People are great.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
The place was perfect clean and the the staff very kind
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
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Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Barranco
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Francisco Plaza Market and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area.
Cuenca Historic Center
While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden 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.
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.
