El Barranco Travel Guide
Cuenca
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Sombrero Museum
You can study the exhibits at Sombrero Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Inter-American Center of Popular Arts
Enjoy an outing to Inter-American Center of Popular Arts during your stay in Cuenca. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its museums.
Top hotels in El Barranco
Hotel Boutique La Ronda by Chat Noir
Santa Lucia Suites - Barranco
"Overlooked the Tomebamba River and was very relaxing. It was advertised as a studio but it was actually a one bedroom/ 2 bath unit with open kitchen and living area plus a nice balcony. There was a coffee shop/ cafe next door that was also nice and the employees were always helpful and the food was ..."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
KINTU PLAZA HOSPEDAJE
Four Points By Sheraton Cuenca
"Todo muy bien! Excelente servicio e instalaciones"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Santa Lucia House - Forum
"We stayed there for a long weekend. We were 8 people in four rooms. The hotel is located in the heart of the historical district, walking distance from Cuenca’s main attractions. The staff was amazing, incredibly helpful, accommodating and went out of their way to please us. They were truly outstanding. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Vaway Hotel
"Very nice hotel in the middle of old Cuenca. Modern and very comfortable."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Barranco
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.
San Blas
If you're spending some time in San Blas, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Pumapungo Archaeological Park are top sights worth seeing.
Cuenca Historic Center
While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram 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.
Canaribamba
Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Pumapungo Archaeological Park 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 Plaza Rotary Market. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city.
