Downtown Cuenca
Cuenca
Visit Downtown Cuenca
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.
San Sebastian Plaza
Find out about the history of Cuenca with a stop at San Sebastian Plaza. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich 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.
University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden
Explore the great outdoors at University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden, a lovely green space in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from Cuenca
Gualaceo, Chordelg and San Bartolome craft making villagues
Cuenca Your Way Exclusive Private City Tour
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Top hotels in Downtown Cuenca
Santa Lucia House - Forum
"bien"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Vaway Hotel
"Everything was very good during our stay. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly. The only suggestion I would have is to add more variety and options for breakfast."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
"La habitación muy bien equipada y los desyunos deliciosos. El personal muy amable."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
"Everything was very clean, breakfast was great."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
"Ok 👍"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
El Dorado Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cuenca
El Barranco
If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.
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.
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden 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.
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.
