Title: Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide: Best of Cuenca Historic Center, Cuenca Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cuenca Historic Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Historic-Center-Cuenca-Hotels.0-n697343892309422080-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cuenca Historic Center Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cuenca-Historic-Center.d697343892309422080.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cuenca Historic Center Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Historic-Center.d697343892309422080.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cuenca Historic Center Travel Guide ## Cuenca ![Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/697343892309422080/94f95743-ba23-4602-b9e7-7aa5ca280ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/697343892309422080/94f95743-ba23-4602-b9e7-7aa5ca280ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/b1a6dee4-d19a-407d-b13d-58574546dda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![There is a relatively hidden gem high in the mountains of Cuenca, Ecuador called Mirador Del Turi, accessible by rental car or bus. During our trip in April, we found the most fun adult do-it-yourself play park with this makeshift lawn chair swing! For $5 they strap you in and release you to soar high above Cuenca's city to see what it feels like to be a bird. The great thing about Ecuador is that they use US dollars, so no exchange necessary! To check out more photos of this awesome adult playground and to read more about where we ate and what we saw in Cuenca, here is the blog post: https://culturalfoodies.com/2017/11/02/cuenca-ecuador/ #cuenca #ecuador #southamerica #swing #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/3818f7e5-4a28-4cda-b043-817b40d88899.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cuenca Historic Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.dx932) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santo Domingo church at night, as seen from a rooftop on Park Calderon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6175552/9bcf9fe9-9e4b-4d0e-9ecc-fa69b9550479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calderon-Park-Cuenca.d6175552.Attraction) ![Aerial View of New Cathedral in center of Cuenca, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112456/a27c6d4d-db0c-4e5e-9cf4-7ada53dc7647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Cathedral-Of-Cuenca-Cuenca.d6112456.Attraction) ![Cuenca, Ecuador - Stairs from Calle Larga to Rio Tomebamba](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375170/c61299f3-9c52-4a7e-a1d1-7b694ee80745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Tomebamba-Calle-Larga-Cuenca.d553248621532375170.Attraction) ![#LifeAtExpedia Puente Roto aka Broken Bridge ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532375159/476f19e8-fb6d-43ba-999f-2342b5bc30da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puente-Roto-Cuenca.d553248621532375159.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Rotary-Market-Cuenca.d553248621532372161.Attraction) #### San Francisco Plaza Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Plaza-Market-Cuenca.d553248621532372164.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cuenca down town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340833/8d969831-2ddf-4632-9f08-5d28c415b8d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details) ![Toreadora lake Cajas NP](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191115/fc45de73-1384-4deb-aac2-900cf0e0ce19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca £29 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-unveiled-a-half-day-escape-from-cuenca.a2191115.activity-details) ![Ñami ñami.. delicious snacks in Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4072188/165fdc94-58df-4e2f-9435-05aba80a7884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador £24 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca.a4072188.activity-details) ![Llamas on the trail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191099/fca10832-5618-4094-aaae-d7025fb35e13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca £34 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amazing-cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2191099.activity-details) ![Happy group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2887541/0259ae6c-7bc5-47a4-a364-7a1c4a2e51e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca £35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details) ![Mountains and lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191113/d9e643a9-999e-4d03-9396-7aaa68cfb8d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca £28 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191113.activity-details) [See all activities in Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Cuenca Historic Center ![Santa Lucia House - Forum](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9460000/9459100/9459054/6c05f962_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Lucia House - Forum Antonio Borrero 10-91 y Mariscal Lamar Cuenca Azuay £59 13 Feb - 14 Feb Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews) Ideally located for the centre of Cuenca, good breakfast, comfy bed and a good shower en suite. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=9459054&PinnedHotelID=9459054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) ![Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1522200/1522196/00f29146_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay £118 13 Feb - 14 Feb Stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews) Location, clean room, staff Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1522196&PinnedHotelID=1522196&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) ![Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1777700/1777653/5b020ada_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay £93 9 Feb - 10 Feb Stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews) It was a very nice place and located very close to the main plaza. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=1777653&PinnedHotelID=1777653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) ![Vaway Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95990000/95984900/95984880/59f56fd5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vaway Hotel Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption and San Francisco ... 9/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews) Hola Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=95984880&PinnedHotelID=95984880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=95984880&PinnedHotelID=95984880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) ![Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120010000/120006000/120005988/28a5eab2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir Benigno Malo y Juan Jaramillo 9 - 48 Cuenca £34 10 Feb - 11 Feb Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Sombrero Museum and San Francisco Plaza Market are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews) The hotel is in the middle of downtown. Surrounded by restaurants and sights of the city. The location and price were ideal. The place even had a jacuzzi and pool. The price was so reasonable. The place is old and has a charming beautiful rustic look. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=120005988&PinnedHotelID=120005988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) ![Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92507000/92506935/c027a227_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir calle larga y presidente Borrero Cuenca Azuay Fully refundable £27 15 Feb - 16 Feb Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Inter-American Center of ... 9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews) The staff was great and courteous! The hotel is charming, clean and eclectic! The room was clean and had all the amenities needed to perform business if needed. Free breakfasts were offered daily and were served hot and quickly. The guests were greeted by two friendly cats in the lobby. So if you're ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=92506935&PinnedHotelID=92506935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=697343892309422080) [See all 380 properties in Cuenca Historic Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=697343892309422080) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Cuenca Historic Center hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=697343892309422080&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Cuenca Historic Center ![The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cuenca Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Downtown-Cuenca.dx6239657) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944149084808323072/3620c8d8-ea93-459c-97c9-70d95370b2b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Barranco If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-El-Barranco.dx944149084808323072) ![The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394381/c541e845-1082-4391-97bf-91e3b860f952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Blas If you're spending some time in San Blas, Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-San-Blas.dx553248635976394381) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Canaribamba.dx553248635976385172) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6239657/2194b6fc-8907-411c-a95d-7f96c1a7019e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Huayna-Cápac If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Huayna-Capac.dx553248635976384797) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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