San Blas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Pumapungo Archaeological Park
You can browse the exhibits at Pumapungo Archaeological Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cuenca. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
San Francisco Plaza Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at San Francisco Plaza Market during your trip to Cuenca. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca
Cajas Unveiled: A Half-Day Escape from Cuenca
Our pick of the best San Blas Hotel Deals
Vaway Hotel
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
Great clean facilities with wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
It was a very nice place and located very close to the main plaza.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Casa de las Rosas
Muy buen hotel. Cumple con lo necesario para pasar unos días en Cuenca
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hotel Boutique Magdalena By Chat Noir
The hotel is in the middle of downtown. Surrounded by restaurants and sights of the city. The location and price were ideal. The place even had a jacuzzi and pool. The price was so reasonable. The place is old and has a charming beautiful rustic look.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Presidente by NASS
Friendly staff and convenient to shopping and restaurants.
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Blas
El Barranco
If you're spending some time in El Barranco, Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga and Puente Roto 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.
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.
Canaribamba
Canaribamba might not have many top sights, but Puente Roto and Río Tomebamba & Calle Larga are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Cuenca Botanical Garden and Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
