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Cuenca weather essentials

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May
83°F 28°C
71°F 21°C
Jun
80°F 26°C
68°F 20°C
Jul
79°F 26°C
67°F 19°C
Aug
80°F 26°C
66°F 18°C
Sep
81°F 27°C
67°F 19°C
Oct
81°F 27°C
68°F 20°C
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El Cajas National Park (Parque Nacional Cajas)
Ollie #1 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 88 reviews
Owner description: Known for its more than 275 Andean lakes and many waterfalls, this national park is a popular destination for trout fishing, rugged hiking and...... more » Owner description: Known for its more than 275 Andean lakes and many waterfalls, this national park is a popular destination for trout fishing, rugged hiking and camping. « less
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Central Bank Museum (Museo del Banco Central)
Ollie #2 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
This history museum features large displays of religious art, Incan and Canari archaeological digs and other artifacts relating to Cuenca’s history.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
directions
Rio Tomebamba
Ollie #3 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Owner description: Separating the colonial section from the modern residential areas of the town of Cuenca, this river features scenic walking paths along its north bank...... more » Owner description: Separating the colonial section from the modern residential areas of the town of Cuenca, this river features scenic walking paths along its north bank and several Inca ruins. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
directions
New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada)
Ollie #4 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Owner description: This large cathedral (circa 1885) features a series of sky-blue cupolas; the interior contains a magnificent altar and a famous crowned image of the...... more » Owner description: This large cathedral (circa 1885) features a series of sky-blue cupolas; the interior contains a magnificent altar and a famous crowned image of the Virgin Mary. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
directions
Plaza Abdon Calderon
Ollie #5 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
The main city square of Cuenca is dominated by the magnificent Catedral de la Immaculada (New Cathedral).
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
directions
El Sagrario (Old Cathedral)
Ollie #6 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Situated on top of some ancient Inca ruins, this cathedral was built in 1557 when modern Cuenca was founded.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
Homero Ortega P. & Hijos
Ollie #7 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Shops; Factory Tours
Mirador de Turi
Ollie #8 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals
Piedra de Agua - Fuente Termal & Spa
Ollie #9 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Ecuagenera
Ollie #10 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Orquideas del Ecudor
Ollie #11 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
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Plaza Civica
Ollie #12 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
This busy and popular market features clothes, pottery and other local crafts unique to Cuenca.
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Likapaay Kusina Show
Ollie #13 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
La Macana Artisan-Workshop
Ollie #14 of 16 attractions in Cuenca
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Amaru Zoologica
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Zoos
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