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Jun
80°F 26°C
68°F 20°C
Jul
79°F 26°C
67°F 19°C
Aug
80°F 26°C
66°F 18°C
Sep
81°F 27°C
67°F 19°C
Oct
81°F 27°C
68°F 20°C
Nov
82°F 27°C
68°F 20°C
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El Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional Cajas)
El Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional Cajas)
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Ranked #1 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews
Owner description: Known for its more than 275 Andean lakes and many waterfalls, this national park is a popular destination for trout fishing,... more » Owner description: Known for its more than 275 Andean lakes and many waterfalls, this national park is a popular destination for trout fishing, rugged hiking and camping. « less
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Central Bank Museum (Museo del Banco Central)
Central Bank Museum (Museo del Banco Central)
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Ranked #2 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Owner description: This history museum features large displays of religious art, Incan and Canari archaeological digs and other artifacts... more » Owner description: This history museum features large displays of religious art, Incan and Canari archaeological digs and other artifacts relating to Cuenca’s history. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.9 miles from city centre
New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada)
New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada)
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Ranked #3 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Owner description: This large cathedral (circa 1885) features a series of sky-blue cupolas; the interior contains a magnificent altar and a... more » Owner description: This large cathedral (circa 1885) features a series of sky-blue cupolas; the interior contains a magnificent altar and a famous crowned image of the Virgin Mary. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
Rio Tomebamba
Rio Tomebamba
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Ranked #4 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Owner description: Separating the colonial section from the modern residential areas of the town of Cuenca, this river features scenic walking... more » Owner description: Separating the colonial section from the modern residential areas of the town of Cuenca, this river features scenic walking paths along its north bank and several Inca ruins. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Plaza Abdon Calderon
Plaza Abdon Calderon
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Ranked #5 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
The main city square of Cuenca is dominated by the magnificent Catedral de la Immaculada (New Cathedral).
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
Homero Ortega P. & Hijos
Homero Ortega P. & Hijos
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Ranked #6 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Shops; Factory Tours
El Sagrario (Old Cathedral)
El Sagrario (Old Cathedral)
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Ranked #7 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Situated on top of some ancient Inca ruins, this cathedral was built in 1557 when modern Cuenca was founded.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
Mirador de Turi
Mirador de Turi
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Ranked #8 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
Piedra de Agua - Fuente Termal & Spa
Piedra de Agua - Fuente Termal & Spa
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Ranked #9 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Ecuagenera
Ranked #10 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Orquideas del Ecudor
Orquideas del Ecudor
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Ranked #11 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Plaza Civica
Ranked #12 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
This busy and popular market features clothes, pottery and other local crafts unique to Cuenca.
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.8 miles from city centre
Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno
Ranked #13 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Amaru Zoologica
Ranked #14 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Zoos
Likapaay Kusina Show
Ranked #15 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
La Macana Artisan-Workshop
La Macana Artisan-Workshop
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Ranked #16 of 16 Attractions in Cuenca
4 of 5 stars 1 review
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