San Blas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cuenca Half-Day City Tour Including Panama Hat Factory
Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca
Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador
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
"Nice place, convenient location, street outside is loud as are the church bells. Do not recommend ordering taxi or Uber from there but instead walk a few blocks away"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
"I recently stayed at Mansión Alcázar in Cuenca, and the experience genuinely stayed with me. After a long day of travel involving buses, taxis, shuttles, heat, and exhaustion, I arrived tired and overwhelmed. The very first thing they offered me was a warm towel. That small gesture meant more than ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucia
"Un lugar céntrico con todo lo que se puede necesitar. La comida del restaurant muy buena y el personal muy amable"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Casa de las Rosas
"I had checked out early from another hotel and not only they allowed me to drop off my luggage but got my room ready earlier than their check-in time. When I left the next day, they called a taxi for me to take me to the airport. EXCELLENT SERVICE!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
El Dorado Hotel
"Always a good choice"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
ITZA Hotel Boutique Internacional
"Amazing boutique Hotel, great staff and unique style. Perfect location, steps from the main square and cathedral. Highly recommend a splurge in getting the presidential suite, massive beautiful room & bathroom. Their roof top restaurant is great as well, we went for Martini and Jazz night. Also, ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in San Blas
Downtown Cuenca
Downtown Cuenca is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Francisco Plaza Market and Convent of the Assumption while in the area.
Cuenca Historic Center
While you're in Cuenca Historic Center, take in top sights like Convent of the Assumption and jump on the metro at Gaspar Sangurima Tram Station to see more of the city.
San Sebastián
While San Sebastián isn't home to many top sights, San Sebastian Plaza and San Francisco Plaza Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Huayna-Cápac
If you're spending some time in Huayna-Cápac, Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium and Cuenca Botanical Garden are top sights worth seeing.
Puertas del Sol
While Puertas del Sol may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Plaza and San Francisco Plaza Market.
