Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cuenca Historic Center
Popular places to visit
New Cathedral of Cuenca
You can learn about the history of Cuenca when you stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the 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.
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.
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 visit to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Civic Plaza
During your trip to Cuenca, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Civic Plaza. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area.
Activities
Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour
Devil ́s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca
Full day Cuenca City Tour with Lunch Included
Cooking Class & Market Tour in Cuenca
Our pick of the best Cuenca Historic Center Hotel Deals
Vaway Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Santa Lucia House - Forum
Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
El Dorado Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Hotel El Conquistador
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cuenca Historic Center
Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by New Cathedral of Cuenca and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden while in the area.
El Barranco
If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing.
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga 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 Civic Plaza. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.