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A Day in Cuenca: Exploring History and Culture

Melissa Caballero Rodríguez

Melissa Caballero Rodríguez

30 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Cuenca, Ecuador's cultural gem. Discover ancient ruins, visit charming parks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Cuenca

Day 1
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$34

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$ 2

Tarqui Guzho Park
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Planetario Municipal "Ciudad de Cuenca"
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$5
10 - 15 min

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Puente Roto
Riverside walkway lined with lawns & restaurants & linked to the remains of an arched stone bridge.
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Pumapungo Museum
Museum combining indoor exhibits about local culture & ethnography & sprawling, open-air Inca ruins.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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Sucré Salé Café
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Old Cathedral of Cuenca
Old cathedral dating to the 16th century, now serving as a museum of religious artwork.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Calderon Park
Small, landscaped square with trees & pathways, surrounded by government buildings & 2 churches.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Mirador de las Cúpulas
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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don colon
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción
Landmark cathedral featuring 3 blue & white domes & Romanesque-revival architecture.
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $35 In total

Activities & Food:$34
Transport:$2