Old Town Cuenca Travel Guide
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Visit Old Town Cuenca
Popular places to visit

Cuenca Cathedral
Admire the Gothic-style façade, the modern stained-glass windows and the ecclesiastical treasures of the adjoining museum of the city’s landmark church.

Hanging Houses of Cuenca
You can learn about the history of Cuenca with a visit to Hanging Houses of Cuenca. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Museum of Spanish Abstract Art
Inspect works from some of the finest Spanish artists of the modern era at this museum, located in Cuenca’s historic cliff-edge Hanging Houses.

Nacimiento río Cuervo
Explore the great outdoors at Nacimiento río Cuervo, a lovely green space in Cuenca. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its bars.

San Pablo Footbridge
Stroll across this historic stone footbridge for front-row views of the famous Hanging Houses, which jut out from the cliffs overlooking the ravine.

Ciudad Encantada
The unusually shaped natural rock formations of the so-called Enchanted City look as though they could have been carved by human hands.
Top hotels in Old Town Cuenca

Hotel Leonor de Aquitania
"excellent hotel and staff"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Hospedería del Seminario
"A great, peaceful place to stay in old town Cuenca. The property is beautiful and the rooms are spacious and very well appointed. The shower is fabulous! The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and ensure that your stay is pleasant. The breakfast is great as well. All in all a 10 out of ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Hotel Convento del Giraldo
"Staff helpful. Room was spacious n clean. Big bathroom. Close to everything. The restaurant food really good. Loved it!!@"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Posada de San José
"Gran ubicación y vistas"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Apartamentos Rascacielos San Martin
"Centrally located, clean, large apartment with excellent views of the hills. Kitchen was well stocked. Six minute or less walk to Plaza Mayor and the casas colgades. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Hospederia de Cuenca
"Very good value. The room was clean, the bathroom was very modern."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
