Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cuenca March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Cuenca Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.dx932)[Hotels in Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Hotels.d932.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cuenca Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cuenca.d932.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cuenca Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.d932.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Cuenca ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cuenca Types of activities Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca.dx932) ![View of Cuenca from Mirador de Turi, Canar Province, Ecuador, South America ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/932/0059fa7f-50d1-45de-bba8-a11e015ebc06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pumapungo ruins near Cuenca, Ecuador, aerial drone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/932/2a37dff8-ab8c-461c-b2be-7ec28b36ea52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of the city of Cuenca, Ecuador, with it's many churches, on a cloudy day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/932/2b985b42-fe10-406c-a8db-345d006b7f5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hanging houses of Cuenca panoramic. 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We can help you decide where to stay in Cuenca, and make it a breeze to explore Cuenca and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Cuenca to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Cuenca, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Cuenca. #### Cuenca attractions Cuenca has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Cuenca to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Cuenca. Looking for things to do in Cuenca can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Cuenca or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Cuenca attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Cuenca | Number of things to do | 51 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour](/things-to-do/cuenca-ec-city-tour-with-panama-hat-factory-half-day.a1353294.activity-details): £12 | | Top 5 things to do | [Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details)[Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca](/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191115.activity-details)[Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador](/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca-ecuador.a4072188.activity-details)[Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca](/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details)[Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca](/things-to-do/amazing-cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2191099.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador](/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca-ecuador.a4072188.activity-details)[Cuenca E-Bike Trip](/things-to-do/cuenca-e-bike-trip.a52305126.activity-details) | | With kids | [Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details)[Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca](/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191115.activity-details)[Cajas National Park Hiking Tour from Cuenca](/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details)[Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca](/things-to-do/amazing-cajas-national-park-tour-from-cuenca.a2191099.activity-details)[Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca](/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191113.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cuenca --- ### 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) ![Puente Roto](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) #### Mall del Rio You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Rio during your stay in Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Del-Rio-Cuenca.d553248635975846215.Attraction) #### Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium Catch an event at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium during your trip to Cuenca. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alejandro-Serrano-Aguilar-Stadium-Huayna-Capac.d553248635975778334.Attraction) #### San Sebastian Plaza 4/5(1 review) Find out about the history of Cuenca with a stop at San Sebastian Plaza. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Sebastian-Plaza-Downtown-Cuenca.d553248621532375166.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Cuencas-Orchid-Garden-Downtown-Cuenca.d553248621532375163.Attraction) #### Pumapungo Archaeological Park You can browse the exhibits at Pumapungo Archaeological Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cuenca. Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pumapungo-Archaeological-Park-Cuenca.d553248621532375168.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Cuenca ![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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Downtown-Cuenca.dx6239657) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cuenca Historic Center While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Cuenca-Historic-Center.dx697343892309422080) ![San sebastian Church in Cuenca, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976386313/0726a8f1-4717-4922-867d-5accb6d7a12e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Sebastián While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-San-Sebastian.dx553248635976386313) ![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 Chahuarchimbana House Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuenca-Huayna-Capac.dx553248635976384797) ![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) ![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) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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