Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Cuenca September 2025 | Expedia.ca [Cuenca Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca.dx932)[Hotels in Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-Hotels.d932.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Cuenca.d932.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cuenca Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Cuenca.d932.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cuenca Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca.d932.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Cuenca ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Cuenca Types of activities Where to stay [Cuenca travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca.dx932) ![Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/67e0355636e8a8afb5c8d5745b8e4c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7f22fab58a2ffc345e3ff709bb3eca88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Jerry Joseph](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37a9a07b0296a91d9668df9899dd1dd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jerry Joseph](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37a9a07b0296a91d9668df9899dd1dd3.jpg) ![Photo by Lisa A Schmidt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d78ab4805e52fa8f4e3538352a76d293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lisa A Schmidt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d78ab4805e52fa8f4e3538352a76d293.jpg) ![Photo by Jerry Joseph](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ceb336384ec0e24172ba69de89cab0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jerry Joseph](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ceb336384ec0e24172ba69de89cab0c.jpg) ## Cuenca Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Cuenca has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Cuenca is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 experience 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, 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. #### Cuenca Attractions Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Cuenca. Looking for things to do 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 or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Cuenca attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Cuenca ### Tours & day trips [See all 33 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340833/8d969831-2ddf-4632-9f08-5d28c415b8d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2191100/a81f6f52-09ec-42c9-9ead-f769755d201b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca 8h 7.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-small-group-tour-from-cuenca.a2191100.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from C...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340932/1d3a1bfb-898d-4eb3-acae-469dd3917a13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from C... 8h Free cancellation available CA $74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-ingapirca-archaeological-site-and-incan-mountain-face-from-cuenca.a1340932.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1341058/080294e2-bbab-4a77-8ed7-ea8d2a242d48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake 8h Free cancellation available CA $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/giron-waterfall-and-busa-lake.a1341058.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3901854/e158b383-f41c-499f-b146-04afe14f764b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Devil´s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca 10h Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/devila-s-nose-excursion-and-ingapirca.a3901854.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Gualaceo, Chordelg and San Bartolome craft making villagues](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1341049/a876a6c6-ed85-48e0-8286-d571f7cb7e0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gualaceo, Chordelg and San Bartolome craft making villagues 8h Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-gualaceo-chordelg-and-sigsig-craft-towns.a1341049.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Cuenca: City Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44638064/062bc5dd-2ae4-4e13-af70-6aa713612bf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cuenca: City Sightseeing Tour 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-city-sightseeing-tour.a44638064.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4291959/3d7dc854-46c6-4459-b369-9eae003a5aa1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour 12h Free cancellation available CA $634CA $570 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-cuenca-and-traditional-craft-beer-tasting-tour.a4291959.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![3 Days Discover The Ecuadorian Amazon (Tour From Tena city)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47808618/5a104164-1f44-4ce8-a9c3-ac501bc699d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Days Discover The Ecuadorian Amazon (Tour From Tena city) 3d Free cancellation available CA $778 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-days-discover-the-ecuadorian-amazon-tour-from-quito.a47808618.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2887541/0259ae6c-7bc5-47a4-a364-7a1c4a2e51e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca 8h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-in-the-andes-tour.a2887541.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340833/8d969831-2ddf-4632-9f08-5d28c415b8d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1341058/080294e2-bbab-4a77-8ed7-ea8d2a242d48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake 8h Free cancellation available CA $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/giron-waterfall-and-busa-lake.a1341058.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Private Cajas National Park Tour through Cloud Forest and Moorlands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1341046/65274319-0a66-453d-9160-d3a32361e033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Cajas National Park Tour through Cloud Forest and Moorlands 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $214 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-hiking-tour-through-cloud-forest-and-moorlands.a1341046.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Private Cuenca City Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2512429/ef702c39-9060-4fe1-81a2-ca76be824fee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Cuenca City Half Day Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shared-cuenca-city-half-day-tour.a2512429.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Private Cuenca City Tour including Turi Viewpoint](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1340905/7e417ce7-e39a-4de2-9801-d5bd619b0def.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Cuenca City Tour including Turi Viewpoint 7h Free cancellation available CA $83 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-city-tour-including-turi-viewpoint.a1340905.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Full Day Artisans Tour from Cuenca (Chordeleg-Gualaceo-Bartolome)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2383420/3b772fed-a94f-41b2-bfc8-3f1ecd23667a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Artisans Tour from Cuenca (Chordeleg-Gualaceo-Bartolome) 7h Free cancellation available CA $317 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/canyoning-tour-near-by-cuenca.a2383420.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Legendary Luspa Private Trek](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4889224/5dbf29f5-25ac-42b6-a497-4e381d75797a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Legendary Luspa Private Trek 7h Free cancellation available CA $103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/legendary-luspa-private-trek.a4889224.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Private Cajas National Park Half-Day Tour from Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3072036/f40ac47d-9736-4cc6-bc73-e8592b424fa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Cajas National Park Half-Day Tour from Cuenca 4h Free cancellation available CA $154 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-cajas-national-park-half-day-tour-from-cuenca.a3072036.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4291959/3d7dc854-46c6-4459-b369-9eae003a5aa1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour 12h Free cancellation available CA $634CA $570 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-cuenca-and-traditional-craft-beer-tasting-tour.a4291959.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![3 Days Discover The Ecuadorian Amazon (Tour From Tena city)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47808618/5a104164-1f44-4ce8-a9c3-ac501bc699d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Days Discover The Ecuadorian Amazon (Tour From Tena city) 3d Free cancellation available CA $778 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-days-discover-the-ecuadorian-amazon-tour-from-quito.a47808618.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ![Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4072188/165fdc94-58df-4e2f-9435-05aba80a7884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador 3h Free cancellation available CA $45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca.a4072188.activity-details?&rid=932&location=Cuenca&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Cuenca | Number of things to do | 34 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/walking-cuenca-city-tour-with-pumapungo-complex-half-day.a1353294.activity-details): CA $23 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details) - [Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-small-group-tour-from-cuenca.a2191100.activity-details) - [Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from C...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-ingapirca-archaeological-site-and-incan-mountain-face-from-cuenca.a1340932.activity-details) - [Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/giron-waterfall-and-busa-lake.a1341058.activity-details) - [Devil ́s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/devila-s-nose-excursion-and-ingapirca.a3901854.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/street-food-tour-in-cuenca.a4072188.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details) - [Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-small-group-tour-from-cuenca.a2191100.activity-details) - [Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from C...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-ingapirca-archaeological-site-and-incan-mountain-face-from-cuenca.a1340932.activity-details) - [Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/giron-waterfall-and-busa-lake.a1341058.activity-details) - [Devil ́s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/devila-s-nose-excursion-and-ingapirca.a3901854.activity-details) | ## What to do in Cuenca * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Cuenca ![New Cathedral of Cuenca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f27a9b5df9647109b07b249ce6ba1196.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) ![Plaza Rotary Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1068e9e2a2f3e0337661d63ba2bd3f30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Rotary Market During your trip to Cuenca, you can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza Rotary Market. Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-Rotary-Market-Downtown-Cuenca.d553248621532372161.Vacation-Attraction) ![Puente Roto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ceb336384ec0e24172ba69de89cab0c.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) #### Mall del Rio You can do some window-shopping at Mall del Rio during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-Del-Rio-Cuenca.d553248635975846215.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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) #### 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) #### Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium Catch an event at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium during your trip to Cuenca. [](https://expedia.ca/Alejandro-Serrano-Aguilar-Stadium-Huayna-Capac.d553248635975778334.Vacation-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.ca/University-Of-Cuencas-Orchid-Garden-Downtown-Cuenca.d553248621532375163.Vacation-Attraction) #### Civic Plaza During your trip to Cuenca, you can do some window-shopping at Civic Plaza. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Civic-Plaza-Cuenca.d553248621532465025.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Cuenca ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/67e0355636e8a8afb5c8d5745b8e4c8d.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 University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-Downtown-Cuenca.dx6239657) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/67e0355636e8a8afb5c8d5745b8e4c8d.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) ![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) ### San Sebastián While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, University of Cuenca's Orchid Garden and Plaza Rotary Market are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-San-Sebastian.dx553248635976386313) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b37fb9a1ba2757be7a1b9e7f796abee4.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-Huayna-Capac.dx553248635976384797) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/67e0355636e8a8afb5c8d5745b8e4c8d.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.ca/Cuenca-San-Blas.dx553248635976394381) ![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) ### El Vecino Even though there aren't top sights in El Vecino, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Civic Plaza. Jump on the metro at Terminal Terrestre Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Cuenca-El-Vecino.dx553248635976386933) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cuenca worth visiting? > From shopping to outdoor activities and history, there are plenty of fun things to do in Cuenca. Don't forget to discover the area's blend of unmissable attractions, culture and local charm. ### How do I spend a day in Cuenca? > Once you've checked off leading attractions like Amaru Zoo and Pumapungo Archaeological Park, spend the rest of your day enjoying Cuenca's shopping and food scene. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Cuenca? > The top tourist attraction in Cuenca is Amaru Zoo, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing list. ### Is three days enough to stay in Cuenca? > Three days will be enough time to tick off many city highlights, such as Amaru Zoo, Casa de los Arcos Art Museum and Galeria FVega. The average stay in Cuenca is three days. If you have the time to extend your adventure, Paute isn't far away. ### Is Cuenca a walkable city? > Some major attractions in Cuenca, like Casa de los Arcos Art Museum and Galeria FVega, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometres from central Cuenca is Downtown Cuenca and Cuenca Historic Centre is 0.32 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in Cuenca with kids? > Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Cuenca with kids. > > > > - [Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cuenca-half-day-city-tour-including-panama-hat-factory.a1340833.activity-details) > - [Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cajas-national-park-small-group-tour-from-cuenca.a2191100.activity-details) > - [Full-Day Tour, Ingapirca Archaeological Site and Incan mountain face from C...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-ingapirca-archaeological-site-and-incan-mountain-face-from-cuenca.a1340932.activity-details) > - [Giron Waterfall and Busa Lake](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/giron-waterfall-and-busa-lake.a1341058.activity-details) > - [Devil ́s Nose Viewpoint and Ingapirca Ruins tour from Cuenca](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/devila-s-nose-excursion-and-ingapirca.a3901854.activity-details) ### What to do in Cuenca for adults? > Sombrero Museum and Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures are just a couple of the things to do in Cuenca. 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