Cuenca Historic Center
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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 trip to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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 enjoy retail therapy at Plaza Rotary Market. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Pumapungo Archaeological Park
You can browse the exhibits at Pumapungo Archaeological Park, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Beautiful old mansion in the colonial center. If you want to travel back to the 19th century, in a good way, highly recommended.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Vaway Hotel
Perfectly adecuate for what we needed
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
This is one of the best hotels in Cuenca. They put a hot water bottle in your bed. It’s amazing, and there really isn’t service like this in most hotels. Also, the garden is really nice. I will definitely be back.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Santa Lucia House - Forum
It’s a beautiful place to stay. It’s close to the center of the city, it’s clean and the staff is sweet. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Casa Firenza
Amazing place to stay. The staff is really accommodating and friendly. They will try to go out of their way to help you. Stayed in the Jr. Suite, which was spacious and cleaned daily by the staff. There’s two restaurants on site, which offer great food. The included breakfast has many options
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Cuenca Historic Center
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.
El Barranco
While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Huayna-Cápac
While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.
El Vecino
Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.
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- Visit Downtown Cuenca
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- Esqueletologia Museum
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- San Francisco Plaza Market
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