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 trip to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Plaza Rotary Market
During your trip to Cuenca, you can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza Rotary Market. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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.
San Francisco Plaza Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your stay in Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
Cuenca: Half-Day City Tour including Panama Hat Factory
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Ingapirca Ruins and Inca Face Small Group Tour from Cuenca.
Top hotels in Downtown Cuenca
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Friendly staff and nice breakfast menu
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Vaway Hotel
Very professional staff. Excellent, central location. Convenient access. Food in is excellent with amazing food although a bit over priced. The staff is very accommodating, helpful and speak English which is helpful.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
The breakfast menu was fresh, excellent. Room was clean especially the bathroom. Staff was nice and eager to help guest, Veronica in particular. She was so nice and passionate to have pride in Cuenca.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Todo excelente, ubicación , personal, restaurante, limpieza.. Muchas gracias por la recomendación
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Cuenca Zahir
Amazing hotel great customer service and location
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
El Dorado Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cuenca
El Barranco
While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.
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
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 Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.
