Visit Cuenca Historic Center
Popular places to visit
New Cathedral of Cuenca
You can learn about the history of Cuenca when you stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Devil ́s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour
Full day Cuenca City Tour with Lunch Included
Discover Cuenca in 3 Days with Ingapirca, Cajas and Hidden Gems
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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 New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden 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 New Cathedral of Cuenca are top sights worth seeing.
Canaribamba
Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Plaza Rotary Market 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.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.