Visit Cuenca Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Gualaceo, Chordelg and San Bartolome craft making villagues
Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center
Santa Lucia House - Forum
All the employees very helpful and friendly, breakfast really good and delicious, room very clean with everything needed.
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Clean quiet room, amazing gardens, friendly wonderful staff, a calm oasis within the beautiful historic district. Close to so many things; walkable area--no car needed.
Reviewed on 6 Dec, 2025
Vaway Hotel
Excellent work
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
El hotel está convenientemente situado en el centro. El acceso al tranvía es perfecto e incluso lo tomamos para ir al aeropuerto. Buenas opciones de restaurantes alrededor. Como única sugerencia es ampliar las opciones de desayuno.
Reviewed on 24 Nov, 2025
Casa de las Rosas
Muy buen hotel. Cumple con lo necesario para pasar unos días en Cuenca
Reviewed on 26 Nov, 2025
Hotel El Conquistador
Im happy! Everything was hood. Good service. Nice place.
Reviewed on 25 Sept, 2025
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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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza 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.
