New Cathedral of Cuenca
The city's iconic symbol with striking light-blue domes and great views from its towers.
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Plan a free trip to CuencaUpdated: 2026-10-13
Cuenca is a breathtaking colonial jewel in the Ecuadorian Andes, blending cobblestone streets with striking blue domes. The city offers a vibrant arts scene, colorful markets, and an exceptionally relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Things to do in Cuenca include New Cathedral of Cuenca, Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Convent of San Pablo. Here are 10 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
The city's iconic symbol with striking light-blue domes and great views from its towers.
Plan CuencaA historic 16th-century cathedral converted into a fascinating museum of sacred art.
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New Cathedral of Cuenca, Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Convent of San Pablo, San Pablo Bridge, Plaza Mayor of Cuenca, Cathedral of San Pedro and 4 more. New Cathedral of Cuenca: The city's iconic symbol with striking light-blue domes and great views from its towers.
Day 1: Torre de Mangana, Old Town of Cuenca, Plaza Mayor of Cuenca, Cathedral of San Pedro. Day 2: San Anton Church, Science Museum of Castilla-La Mancha, Paleontological Museum of Castilla-La Mancha, Florencio Cañas Viewpoint. Day 3: Church of San Miguel, Cuenca Museum.
Museums worth visiting in Cuenca: Old Cathedral of Cuenca (Centro Histórico), Spanish Abstract Art Museum, Science Museum of Castilla-La Mancha, Paleontological Museum of Castilla-La Mancha and Cuenca Museum.
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