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.
San Francisco Plaza Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
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Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center
Santa Lucia House - Forum
"We stayed there for a long weekend. We were 8 people in four rooms. The hotel is located in the heart of the historical district, walking distance from Cuenca’s main attractions. The staff was amazing, incredibly helpful, accommodating and went out of their way to please us. They were truly outstanding. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Vaway Hotel
"Very nice hotel in the middle of old Cuenca. Modern and very comfortable."
Reviewed on 30 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
"Un lugar céntrico con todo lo que se puede necesitar. La comida del restaurant muy buena y el personal muy amable"
Reviewed on 30 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 Convent of the Assumption 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, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Pumapungo Archaeological Park are top sights worth seeing.
Canaribamba
Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Pumapungo Archaeological Park 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.
