10 TOP Things to Do in Azuay (2026 Activity Guide)

The elevation of 4000 meters isn't easy to acclimate to ,but you get to see gorgeous views like this so it's a pretty fair trade off !!! El cajas is a hikers dream!!

I barely explored 10% of the park in a day but even in a day morning and evening can be a different experience depending on the kind of weather.After a lot of reading that it's better to reach the park early as it gets rainy in the afternoon,I reached there at 11 but it was gloomy and the afternoon was bright and sunny 😀

Enroute to Cajas National Park from Guayaquil!! We stopped at a random spot for 10mins and kept gaping at the clouds!! I strongly suggest taking a taxi or private tour from Guayaquil to Cajas for the breath taking views through the way!! Lot of buses go this route but you can't stop at some spectacular locales and break into a jig 😀 #weekendgetaway

The weather changes so quickly here in El cajas park .But no matter the weather it's breathtaking.. Lagunas, the clouds and the mountains.. bundle up in a jacket and a warm hat.#weekendgetaway

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Santo Domingo church at night, as seen from a rooftop on Park Calderon

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.

Aerial View of New Cathedral in center of Cuenca, Ecuador

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.

Cuenca, Ecuador - Stairs from Calle Larga to Rio Tomebamba

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.

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.

Rain over Cuenca from Parque Zoológico del Cuenca, Ecuador

Amaru Zoo

Why not meet the animals who live at Amaru Zoo during your travels in Paccha? Discover the area's hot springs and spas.

El Cajas National Park

Explore the great outdoors at El Cajas National Park, a lovely green space in Sayausí. While in this walkable area, you can enjoy the coffeehouses.

Mall del Rio

You can do some window-shopping at Mall del Rio during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium

Catch an event at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium during your trip to Cuenca.

Mirador de Turi

Find out about the history of Turi when you take a trip to Mirador de Turi. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

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The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it

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.

Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador

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 Sebastián

While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Plaza Rotary Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

San Blas

If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing.

Santa Ana de los Cuatro Ríos de Cuenca is a beautiful city surrounded by rivers.
It is widely regarded as the most European city in the country of Ecuador due to its 16th and 17th century era Spanish colonial architecture resembling cities and architecture throughout Spain.

Huayna-Cápac

While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden.

A breathtaking panoramic drone view of Cuenca, Ecuador, showcasing the city's vibrant architecture, lush green spaces, and the Tomebamba River winding through its heart.

El Barranco

While visiting El Barranco, you might make a stop by sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto.

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