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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Old Town Cuenca

Hotel Leonor de Aquitania
Location is amazing! Staff very friendly, good wifi Good restaurant. The gym was being remodeled
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Hotel Convento del Giraldo
Muy centrico
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Posada de San José
My favorite place to stay in Cuenca! The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the rooms are all unique and spotless. I love the old property. If I ever find myself back in Cuenca I know where I'm staying!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hospederia de Cuenca
This is a wonderful place to stay full of charm with fantastic views. To create such lovely accommodation within an historic structure is a great achievement.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Apartamentos Rascacielos San Martin

Hospedería del Seminario
Yes walking distance from everything within the historic district
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
