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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 enjoy retail therapy 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 trip 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 trip to Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the museums in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca-Ec: Cajas National Park Half-Day Tour
El Barranco Hotel Deals
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
The overall experience was pretty good , hotel is clean and conveniently located near shops, dining and nightlife. The staff were super friendly and ready to help. It could be a bit noisy at night from guests returning from the bars...
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
The reception was friendly, helpful and pleasant!
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Oro Verde Cuenca
The staff was great in answering questions. Very patient when I asked about arranging a taxi for an excursion for the entire day. Set me up with a cab driver that they do business with on a regular basis and I received a discounted rate.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
I have stayed in many hotels and yours is one of the best ones. The room is big. It was clean very comfortable bed. Room service was excellent. Your staff was very friendly and had an answer for all my questions with the more behind the hotel. Excellent location we did not use the pool Cause we were ...
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
Santa Lucia House - Forum
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Stay — Highly Recommended! I had an amazing experience at this hotel. Everything was perfect from start to finish! The room was spotless, spacious, and very comfortable. The breakfast was excellent: fresh, delicious, and with plenty of options for every taste. The staff went ...
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in town.
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
While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.
Canaribamba
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga.
El Vecino
Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Civic Plaza. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.