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Cuenca

A graceful UNESCO-listed Andean city of blue-domed cathedrals, flower markets and cobblestone riverside lanes.

Notable spots

  • New Cathedral (Catedral Nueva)

    Landmark

    Its sky-blue domes are the emblem of the city.

  • Homero Ortega Panama Hat Museum

    Museum

    The genuine Panama hat was born in Ecuador, not Panama.

  • Rio Tomebamba

    Scenery

  • Cajas National Park

    Nature

Cuenca weather & best time to visit

14-day forecast →

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Cuenca in Oct: Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.