Title: Visit San Blas: Best of San Blas, Cuenca Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in San Blas](https://expedia.ca/San-Blas-Hotels.d553248635976394381.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Activities)[San Blas Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-San-Blas.d553248635976394381.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Blas Vacations](https://expedia.ca/San-Blas.d553248635976394381.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Blas ## 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=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) ![Taken from the roof; entrance fee USD2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/697343892309422080/c18dab0b-5538-4e1b-a77f-c0bd17af88d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Blas Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.ca/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.ca/Calderon-Park-Cuenca.d6175552.Vacation-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.ca/New-Cathedral-Of-Cuenca-Cuenca.d6112456.Vacation-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 trip to Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-Tomebamba-Calle-Larga-Cuenca.d553248621532375170.Vacation-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.ca/Puente-Roto-Cuenca.d553248621532375159.Vacation-Attraction) #### San Francisco Plaza Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your stay in Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Plaza-Market-Downtown-Cuenca.d553248621532372164.Vacation-Attraction) #### Church of Santo Domingo After visiting Church of Santo Domingo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cuenca. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-Santo-Domingo-Cuenca.d553248621562625732.Vacation-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 CA $49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.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 CA $46 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca.a4072188.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 CA $55 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-unveiled-a-half-day-escape-from-cuenca.a2191115.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 CA $54 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a2191113.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 CA $65 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/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 CA $66 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-tour-from-cuenca.a2887541.activity-details) [See all activities in Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## San Blas Hotel Deals ![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 CA $122 CA $135 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cuenca. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-El-Barranco.dx944149084808323072) ![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 Plaza Rotary Market and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-Cuenca-Historic-Center.dx697343892309422080) ![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 Travelers come to Downtown Cuenca for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Convent of the Assumption and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-Downtown-Cuenca.dx6239657) ![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 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canaribamba and surrounding area, you can visit Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga. [](https://expedia.ca/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 While visiting Huayna-Cápac, you might make a stop by sights like Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden. 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