Cuenca Historic Center

Cuenca

Panoramic view of the historical center of city Cuenca at the valley with its many churches. Ecuador
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it
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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/

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Taken from the roof; entrance fee USD2

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Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Bolivar 12-55 Y Tarqui Cuenca Azuay
The price is ¥16,302 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
¥16,302
¥17,932 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (345 reviews)
It was a dream stating in such a mansion .Every detail was flawless and the staff was just fantastic .

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Vaway Hotel

Vaway Hotel

3 out of 5
Padre Aguirre 8-17 y Mariscal Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is ¥8,986 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
¥8,986
¥8,986 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Convent of the Assumption ...
9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
Everything was good, maybe the only issue was that as the room was close to the Main Street you can hear all night the sound of people passing by or cars but apart from that everything was excellent

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Vaway Hotel
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 8 44 Y Sucre Cuenca Azuay
The price is ¥14,448 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
¥14,448
¥15,893 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (377 reviews)
Clean room, helpful staff, beautiful building

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia House - Forum

Santa Lucia House - Forum

4 out of 5
Antonio Borrero 10-91 y Mariscal Lamar Cuenca Azuay
The price is ¥7,116 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
¥7,116
¥7,828 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Plaza ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (492 reviews)
The building is a beautiful and charming example of colonial Spanish architecture, complete with two enclosed "courtyards". The complimentary breakfast included eggs with choice of veggies and preparation, yogurt with copious fresh fruit and granola, a selection of fresh breads, fresh squeezed fruit ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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Casa de las Rosas

Casa de las Rosas

3 out of 5
Manuel Vega 12-57 entre Cuenca Azuay
Stay at this guesthouse in Cuenca. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free airport drop-off. Popular attractions San Blas Park and Plaza Rotary Market ...
Casa de las Rosas
Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir

3 out of 5
Benigno Malo y Juan Jaramillo 9 - 48 Cuenca
The price is ¥4,409 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
¥4,409
¥6,006 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this hotel in Cuenca. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Sombrero Museum and San Francisco Plaza Market are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
Our stay was disappointing due to poor professionalism and lack of basic customer service. Staff were not courteous and often appeared annoyed when we made simple requests. We had to repeatedly ask for pillows, and it took five days to receive a working safe. Basic amenities should not require constant ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir
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Other neighborhoods around Cuenca Historic Center

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 Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and San Sebastian Plaza while you're in town.

Downtown Cuenca
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.

El Barranco
The old cathedral taken from the shopping mall beside it

San Blas

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

San Blas
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Canaribamba

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Pumapungo Archaeological Park and Puente Roto.

Canaribamba
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.

Huayna-Cápac
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El Vecino

Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.

El Vecino


Cuenca Historic Center