Cuenca, Spain skyline: the 25 most iconic buildings and best views in Cuenca

Wow wow wow, I have never been in a Cathedral that has given me so much joy. I love stained glass so this was an absolute revelation. the stained glass in this cathedral is nothing short of spectacular. the original plain glass windows were replaced by the most spectacular modernist stained glass that elevated this cathedral into something quite exceptional. They also had an exhibition go religious iconography that was simply breathtaking. this Cathedral is definitely a must visit if you are in the city

Amazing cathedral with many little side chapels all with a different history. You have to pay to get in but it's probably one of the most interesting cathedrals we've visited in Spain. Pay the extra 1.5 euros to climb the tower and get a balcony view into the cathedral and out into the square

The interior suprised me, the stained glass works of the cathedral were amazing and we could see many reflections inside! The ceilings are very cool pieces of artwork, and there are many details to see. Visited in October 2025, tickets were 5.50 euros for general public and 4.50 for carnet joven holders.

One of the most beautiful churches I have ever seen. The entry is 5 euros, which I think is totally worth it, and you can also pay 2 euros more to go up to the inside balcony, where you get an amazing view of the main square. For the experience and the amount of beautiful pictures you can take, it feels like a fair price. You can truly spend many hours here because each room has so much personality and makes you feel like you’re walking through a masterpiece. They also have an outside patio where you can see the famous hanging houses of Cuenca, the bridge, and even the statue of the Virgin Mary in the distance. The only downside is that when I tried to pay the 2 extra euros for the balcony, they didn’t accept card, so make sure to bring some cash with you. Also, the shops around the cathedral usually don’t accept card unless you spend at least 5 euros, which was a bit annoying. Other than that, it was an amazing experience, and honestly, if you’re in Madrid, the trip to Cuenca is completely worth it just for this cathedral.

Beyond spectacular. One of the most beautiful and special churches I have ever seen. Highly recommend, even with the small entrance fee. So worth it!

The brightest spot in Cuenca for me. Nice vies from the top to the Plaza Mayor and from the backyard to the mountains.

Iconic historic cathedral located by the Plaza Mayor of Cuenca. Rich in architecture, sculpture, and other religious arts. It offers a unique presence in the historic core sitting adjacent to the River Huecar side with rich views from its cloister gardens. The visit has good digital guide resources and offers a series of combined tickets. With time a full ticket is recommendable and gives access during two days to the main cathedral, going up through the facade triforio, entry to the cathedral museum, and nearby St. Thomas church and tower, which are also notable.

A must-see in Cuenca! Cool view of greenery, hills and the Casas Colgadas 👍🏼

Magnificent views even on a “so-so” day weatherwise

Very impressive! A tad bouncy and you can certainly feel the bridge sway and jiggle when you walk over it which can be disconcerting and if you’re scared of heights then it’s a tad terrifying. But a cool experience. Definitely worth a trip to Cuenca.

Not for the faint of heart, vertigo sufferers or ones with fear of height. It looks harmless from the photos but the bridge's width is narrower and the height of the bridge is perched far higher than expected. Does not help that the bridge has very thin railings on both sides. That said it does have very breathtaking panoramic views of the town and countryside if you can keep your eyes open and stop your legs from shaking.

Lovely bridge. Was fun jumping on it. Just kidding. The middle part shakes a bit but the views are incredible.

The bridge is a wonderful way to enter the city. The other way is through a spiraling road in the bottom near the underground parking lot. It’s hard to truly capture the magnitude of the city if you don’t cross the bridge.

Simply beautiful and breathtaking

This museum is situated in the Casas Colgadas in the city and is, in my opinion an essential visit if you are in Cuenca. it houses abstract and modern art and there are just so many wonderful pieces to see. the collection is extensive and varied. I would highly recommend a visit if you are in the city

This place is amazing. We went in, not expecting much, and spent over an hour (and I've not previously been an abstract art fan)...and it's free! Highly recommended to add this to your Cuenca itinerary. Inside, they've renovated but have spaces where they've preserved the history (ie frescoes that had been covered by plaster). So neat to see the inside and all the amazing art from Spanish abstract artists.

Lovely experience. You get to see great Spanish abstract art, and get to know the inside and the architecture of a hanging house

Maybe my favorite museum I’ve been to in a long time. Much bigger than it looks from the outside, amazing curation, and the perfect place to experience the views of Cuenca from!!! 10/10

best museum in cuenca. and free. the hanging houses have been turned into a gallery with glorious views of Cuenca competing with the art by Spanish luminaries including Zobel and Sempere

Free museum in Cuenca, right in the center of Cuenca near the bridge. Love the history of the museum; love reading about the hanging house where the museum itself located. The mural inside the museum dated back to 15th century. It’s interesting seeing abstract art exhibits in the historical building; excellent combination!

This fascinating modern art museum was founded in 1966 by artist Fernando Zöbel to house his extensive collection. In 1980 he donated it to the March Foundation which has looked after it ever since and made many new acquisitions. It was the first ever museum of its kind in Spain and is housed in the 4 remaining 'Casas Colgadas' (literally the Hung Houses). There were originally eleven.

Beautiful building, great room, superior service with special thanks to Mr. Alvarez for his superb customer friendliness at check-in. One minor comment about the area around the swimming pool where better maintenance is required.

This is a premium hotel in a stunning location. Rooms are classic style, clean and spacious but a little dated (which is the style). The location is unbeatable right by the old town and castle, over a short bridge. Walks being already halfway up the hill, walks are accessible for most. The catering in the hotel is excellent, as is consistent with the whole area. Service in the restaurants is excellent and attentive. I believe this hotel offers great value and service. Recommended.

Great hotel, fine restaurant. They will make off-menu items for you, if possible. The service everywhere if friendly and efficient. Be prepared for a bit of a steep walk to the old town after the footbridge.

Great location, superb beds. Unhelpful front desk staff Sunday afternoon check in. Repeatedly told taxis would not access Barrios del castillo due to festival being on. This was not the case, should I have taken this adviced and not trusted my instinct to investigate further our overnight stay in cuenca would have been ruined. Laundry returned still wet. Overall really wasn't what we were expecting. Bar staff very efficient. First impressions are everything and the 2 gentlemen at front desk on Sunday afternoon were neither helpful or polite. I would not recommend staying here.

Beautiful interior patio interior an older convento. Good spot to stop for a drink even if you're not staying.

The hotel is in a beautiful building with amazing views, large rooms, good breakfast with variety of local specialties and restaurant with good and inexpensive though small choice of food. Restaurant staff is very nice and polite. I gave 3 stars to service, because of terrible reception staff (inpolite, not ready to accommodate any requests and overall badly trained for such a classic hotel priced as most 5 stars hotels).

Lovely hotel, staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were lovely and clean. Great location

Amazing exposition

(Translated by Google) A museum worth visiting, especially if you want to understand the significance of Holy Week in Cuenca. The people who run the museum are truly commendable, answering any questions you may have. The videos are very well done, and the mock Holy Week procession is very beautiful. (Original) Un museo digno de visitar sobre todo si se quiere entender lo que significa la Semana Santa en Cuenca. La gente que lleva el museo la verdad es que su amabilidad es digna de reseña contestando cualquier duda. Los vídeos que salen están muy bien realizados y el simulacro de paso de semana santa muy bonito

(Translated by Google) Small museum, but very nice and free, with a 5-minute video as soon as you arrive. It has both very beautiful and well-made paintings and images. I think it is a good place to go if you go through Cuenca. (Original) Museo pequeñito, pero muy bonito y gratuito, con vídeo de unos 5 minutos nada más llegar. Tiene tanto pinturas como imágenes muy bonitas y bien hechas. Creo que es un buen sitio al que ir si vas por Cuenca.

(Translated by Google) There are ancient legends about Jesus and his worshippers. (Original) 有关于耶稣及崇拜者古老的传说。

(Translated by Google) An incredible experience that immerses you in Cuenca's Holy Week. The objects and carvings on display are impressive, including the Christ of Medinaceli. It's well worth a visit. Inside, Álvaro and Laura will lovingly and lovingly explain the traditions. Highly recommended. (Original) Increíble experiencia que te sumerge en la semana santa de Cuenca es impresionante los objetos y tallas que se pueden observar incluyendo el Cristo de Medinaceli, merece mucho la pena visitarlo, dentro se encuentran Álvaro y Laura los cuales te explican con devoción y cariño las tradiciones. Visita muy recomendable

(Translated by Google) It represents Cuenca's Passion Week well. Objects behind cloth do not look good. The rooms dedicated to Marco Pérez are also very interesting. (Original) Representa bien la Semana de Pasión conquense. Los objetos que se encuentran detrás de telas no se ven bien. Muy interesante también las salas dedicadas a Marco Pérez.

(Translated by Google) I'm not a fan of Holy Week, but there I learned to see it from a different perspective, more charming and magical. A good museum. (Original) No soy de semana Santa, sin embargo allí aprendí a verla desde otra perspectiva, más encantadora y mágica. Buen museo

Perfect place to visit and stay for the day. No entrance fees.

The Hanging Houses of Cuenca are truly a unique experience, something you won’t find in many places in the world. Just seeing how they hang over the cliffs is incredible. One of the best parts is that you can also look at them from the patio of the cathedral, so by visiting the cathedral you get two amazing sights in one. I truly recommend going and enjoy them

A must-see in Cuenca! Together with the bridge, very nice views. We came in October and the trees, the shades of green and yellow were amazing! ✨

Cuenca is one of the best cities we visited during the off-season, and we definitely recommend going there, as it has the best atmosphere we experienced among Spain’s ancient cities for tourists. We absolutely loved the hanging houses and the entire old town with its varying levels and the impressive fortifications that once made it almost impregnable. It’s incredibly beautiful, and if you climb higher, you get a stunning view of the entire city, both old and new, as well as the monasteries. The impressions were simply magical. We were lucky with the weather: the first day was rainy, which added a special atmosphere to the old town, making everything come alive, and then the next two days were sunny and warm, very welcoming. We also visited the Dinosaur Museum, which our son still fondly remembers. It was a truly wonderful experience!

A lovely hilltop village to visit perched on top of what looks like a mountain. The views are great. Lovely cathedral to visit in the centre with some quaint little bars and restaurants. There is also contemporary art gallery to visit housed in a church next to a very nice 4* hotel.

Pretty cool and scary. There are restraunts inside where you can eat over the cliff!

Really interesting and beautiful place to see. Well worth the visit through the old part of Cuenca

It is one of the key scientific landmarks in the Castilla-La Mancha region and opened in 1999. The museum features many interactive exhibits, allowing visitors to directly learn various scientific principles. Notable exhibits include those on the natural world, related to geology, the environment, and ecosystems, as well as astronomy and space science focusing on stars, planets, and the universe. You can purchase admission tickets to the Museo Paleontológico de Cuenca as a package.

A great place to visit, lots of interaction and the planetarium is a must. Show at least two hours.

Kids liked this museum lots to do. The parking is non existent, I dropped kids and husband off and came back to pick them up.

Very interesting. Good to visit with kinds all ages

The movie/theater was amazing; it hit my trip watching it.

This museum is both for kids and kids-at-heart! Their general entrance is 5€ including the planetarium. But it is FREE every Wednesday!

A very interesting museum, especially for the kids. The whole family had a great time!

Historically, it served as a watchtower and has been mentioned in records since the 16th century. Over the centuries, it underwent several modifications, with a major transformation in 1926 in the Neo-Mudéjar style. Its current form was finalized in 1968. It is a heritage site that reflects a blend of historical elements and modern restoration efforts.

Too bad it is not possible to climb it! Looks very nice from outside though

Magnificent structure! Great sight of the city!

Iconic tower with stunning views all around. It is set in a modern square which is badly in need of some TLC and renovation.

One of only three places in the old Casco to get great views of the river, the old city and the surrounding hills. There is a museum downstairs, and a lift to access the terrace under the clock tower, so it is easy to get to it.

You can see very nice and a different angle of Cuenca. Many people just pass by this place but it is worth to stop by.

Great viewing point to get a perfect view of the city.

22 rooms of challenging creative modern art and installations in an impressive historic building in the old town creating an interesting contrast. The museum is free and well worth a visit. On the weekday morning we went, we had it to ourselves although on a weekend it's probably a very different story.

Stunning museum. The building is a maze of rooms that have incredible views over the valley and other areas of Cuenca. Winding staircases lead up and down the space to small alcoves with fascinating modern art installations. We only had a little over half an hour to enjoy it due to arriving later but it was a highlight of our visit to Cuenca. I enjoyed this museum more than the Spanish Abstract Art Muesum (but which I would still recommend).

I think this is the best museum of the city, much better and bigger than the museum of abstract art in the hanging houses. I also loved the building. You need at least an hour to see everything.

Amazing museum. You can enjoy the pictures, the light (Cuenca "City of Light") and the views.

An absolute must see in Cuenca. A unique and incredible collection, vision and space. This museum alone would be reason enough for me to come here.

Thoroughly enjoyed the collection, the space and the setting. Spent a couple of hours exploring. A highlight of my time in Cuenca and I will be recommending it to others. Thank you!

Amazing ! If you enjoy contemporary art, this will blow your mind. If you are allergic to contemporary art, it will make you feel uncomfortable....but never indifferent. The creative contrast between the freedom and wackiness of the artwork, and the tidy orderliness of the building, is simply amazing.

Good museum, free entry,

if only it had english description!

detailed exhibit, but it would be nice if there was english translation of the exhibits available

It is your place if you are interested in history and religion. It has a collection of medieval religious arts and a treasure room.

Interesting.

(Translated by Google) This museum hasn't been updated for a long time. It could do with a museographic overhaul. However, the exhibits are significant and help piece together Cuenca's history from the Paleolithic to the modern era. Even so, the Roman period is over-represented compared to the Medieval and Modern period. I highly recommend a visit. (Original) Museo que lleva sin actualizarse mucho tiempo. No le vendría mal una revisión museográfica. Sin embargo, las piezas expuestas son significativas y ayudan a componer la historia de Cuenca desde el paleolítico hasta época moderna. Aún así, el espacio romano está sobre representado frente a la sala de medieval y moderno. Recomiendo encarecidamente la visita.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful. Formidable, exquisite. Look for the Minganilla cave painting. Sublime. It offers a journey through the history and heritage of the province from prehistory to the Middle Ages. It houses important archaeological collections, with Iberian, Roman, and Visigothic artifacts, including the remains of the ancient Roman city of Segóbriga, as well as mosaics, sculptures, and everyday objects. It also exhibits paleontological and ethnographic materials that provide insight into the cultural and social evolution of the region. The museum is located in a historic building of great value, making the visit a complete cultural experience that unites art, archaeology, and local history. (Original) Maravilloso. Formidable exquisito. Busca la pintura rupestre de Minganilla. Sublime. ofrece un recorrido por la historia y el patrimonio de la provincia desde la Prehistoria hasta la Edad Media. Alberga importantes colecciones de arqueología, con piezas íberas, romanas y visigodas, entre las que destacan los restos de la antigua ciudad romana de Segóbriga, así como mosaicos, esculturas y objetos de uso cotidiano. También expone materiales paleontológicos y etnográficos que permiten comprender la evolución cultural y social de la región. El museo se encuentra en un edificio histórico de gran valor, lo que convierte la visita en una experiencia cultural completa que une arte, arqueología e historia local.

For 3 euro you can see arts from the 1960 and the inside of the church converted into an art gallary.

Small but nice place to visit if you are interested in cold abstraction. Beautiful building

Not really much to see, unless you are really into abstract art. The entrance fee is not worth it

Expensive

(Translated by Google) An intimate and secluded space with an interesting display of the centenary artist's work. Thanks to the staff for their attentive service, as well as to Marta for her patience and enthusiasm in explaining and helping us with the tour. (Original) Un espacio íntimo y recogido con una interesante muestra de la obra del centenario artista. Gracias al personal por su detallada atención, así como a Marta por su paciencia y entusiasmo al explicarnos y ayudarnos en el recorrido.

(Translated by Google) It can certainly be described as a "temple of art." A magical place where you can enjoy a beautiful display of the work of this great artist, fundamental to the development of new visual languages ​​of the second half of the 20th century, both in Spain and internationally. The exhibition features highly varied productions, from what we might call his apprenticeship period to the most recent. Many works were made specifically for the beautiful chapel, as always at Torner, exquisitely considering the relationship between the work and its surroundings, the dialogue with the space, with the other objects surrounding it, and of course, with the architecture. The beautiful chapel plays a starring role in the exhibition. The staff provided exquisite (and very knowledgeable) service. (Original) Desde luego se puede hablar de un "templo del arte". Un lugar mágico donde disfrutar de una hermosa muestra de la obra de este gran artista, fundamental en el desarrollo de los nuevos lenguajes plásticos de la segunda mitad del siglo XX, en España e internacionalmente. Con producciones cronológicamente muy variadas, desde lo que podríamos llamar periodo de aprendizaje hasta lo más reciente. Con mucha obra hecha específicamente para la preciosa capilla, como siempre en Torner tomando en consideración de manera exquisita la relación entre la obra y el entorno, el diálogo con el espacio, con el resto de los objetos que la rodean, y por supuesto con la arquitectura. La capilla hermosísima juega un papel estelar en la exposición. Atención exquisita (y muy informada) por parte del personal.

(Translated by Google) I respect art and spaces to the fullest. Look at the reviews I usually post; this place is a disgrace. €3 for a 5-minute tour of three pieces, and areas of the monastery covered and hidden to make it more "modern." Very disappointing. I wouldn't go back. (Original) Yo respeto el arte y los espacios al máximo. Vean las reseñas que suelo poner, lo de este sitio es de vergüenza. 3€ por una visita de 5 minutos con 3 piezas y zonas del monasterio cubiertas y tapadas para hacerlo más “moderno” Muy decepcionante. No volvería.

It dish doesn’t look much but - WOW 😮- it’s sooo goood. Iberico bellota!! Outside the view is 🤩. If you want a very special experience- go here!!! The scallops was also very good but the 🍤 shrimps did not taste anything… The restaurant is very romantic and the staff/service is the best 🥳

Gorgeous, ancient building. Lots of steps, stunning views, not for those who don't like heights. Our room was a bit dates, the towels passed there best but very clean and confortable.

The restaurant and food is good. The thing we didn’t like is a blonde hair waitress with big bright lips was very very mean. We were 4 and she didn’t want to give us table even though they had 2 free tables. We were lucky that other waiters except her were friendly and gave us a table finally.

Great stay here. It's a beautiful building, full of history. Staff were very friendly, and very informative on the history of the building. The room was basic but comfortable. Everything was very clean. Will definitely stay again.

Gorgeous spot. Lovely views. Wonderful people and service. Super affordable. Highly recommend.

It's such a lovely place to stay, comfortable, very clean and very well run. It's a building with history with wonderful views. The people working there are really friendly and helpful! And the restaurant serves delicious food, dinner and breakfast. We had a lovely stay there. Thank you

You find this hotel in the heart of the old town of Cuenca only a few steps from the cathedral and other hotspots. All the rooms have balcony or terraces with fews you will never forget. The dinner was fantastic. The included breakfast offered all our kids wished for and the service is very family friendly. It is a old traditional house but it was never cold (visit between Christmas and New Year) A parking area in walking distance is reduced in price if you ask for the paper at the reception.

Nice museum, totally worth a visit. I has 2 el Greco paintings too

The museum contains the exquisite & unique Byzantine Diptych, a 13th century reliquary icon, as well as a regional trove of devotional silverwork.

Nice museum of the treasures of the cathedral. The highlight is the two pieces by El Greco.

(Translated by Google) I liked it a lot, there are parts that need to be cleaned and moisture removed that can damage parts. Otherwise, very beautiful, the treasure is very interesting. (Original) Me gustó mucho, hay partes que hay que limpiar y quitar humedades que pueden dañar piezas. Por lo demás, muy bonito, el tesoro interesantísimo.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful museum where you can find a multitude of sacred art objects, such as altarpieces, paintings, goldwork, carpets, tapestries, etc. from different churches in the province, including several works by El Greco. Combined tickets are available for admission to the Cathedral. (Original) Precioso museo en el que podemos encontrar una infinidad de objetos de arte sacro como retablos, pinturas, orfebrería, alfombras, tapices, etc de diferentes iglesias de la provincia, destacando varias obras de El Greco. Se puede sacar una entrada combinada con la de la Catedral.

Nice small museum with few interesting pieces including a couple of El Greci paintings and a copy of the Sindone made in 1640. Worthy the visit

(Translated by Google) Very interesting. Highlights include the tapestries, the masters of the Hispano-Flemish tradition, the copy of the Holy Shroud, and the Byzantine diptych. A surprising place with unique gems of historical and cultural heritage. (Original) Muy interesante. A destacar los tapices, los maestros de tradición hispanoflamenca, la copia de la sábana santa y el díptico bizantino. Un lugar sorprendente con unas joyas únicas del patrimonio histórico cultural

. A hidden gem down by the river. A little out of the way, but it is well worth exploring the streets to find this little gem of a chapel down by the river. And once you've found it, you are at the start of one of the riverside walks, so you've killed two birds with one stone! To get there, start in the main square - the Plaza Mayor. From the end with the arches, walk along a little street parallel to but at a lower level than the square. Continue along here, ignoring all side streets. Suddenly, as streets are apt to do in Cuenca, it turns into steps going down. This is called the Bajada de las Angustias - the Downward path of Anguish. Having done it in both directions, I can tell you that it's the Upward path that has all the anguish! Soon you come on the left to a church and then straight ahead, across a little open space, you see the little chapel. It has a sign outside saying Ermita de las Angustias, 17th century. Mid morning, mid week, in summer, it was open and we were able to go inside to admire the altar, see the votive candles, and examine the architecture. And after a few minutes there, we left, turned left along the riverbank and started our walk. .

(Translated by Google) The hermitage was closed even though it says it is open all day. The site is very beautiful to see surrounded by vegetation (Original) La ermita estaba cerrada a pesar que pone que está abierta todo el día. El sitio es muy bonito de ver rodeado de vegetación

(Translated by Google) A single-nave Latin-cross building located near the promenade that runs along the Júcar Gorge. It dates from the 17th century. The building's exterior is notable for its main entrance, featuring a pinkish façade with a semicircular arch and composite pilasters on the lower level. The central level has a rectangular window in the center, with spiral and pyramidal decoration on its sides. Above, a powerful bell gable features two parallel semicircular arches at its base and one centered above them, topped with a decorative bollard at the top. The interior is simple, with a few figures on the sides, and the Virgin of Angustias being prominent on the hermitage's main altarpiece. (Original) Edificio de una sola nave de cruz latina situado cerca del paseo que transcurre por la Hoz del Júcar. Data del siglo XVII. Del exterior del edificio, destaca su portada principal, con fachada de color rosáceo, con una arco de medio punto y pilastras compuestas en el cuerpo inferior; el cuerpo central tiene un ventanal rectangular en el centro, con decoración espiral y piramidal a sus lados. Arriba, una espadaña de contundencia, con dos arcos de medio punto en paralelo en su base y uno centrado sobre estos, acabado con un bolardo decorativo en lo más alto. El interior es sencillo, con algunas figuras en los laterales, y siendo destacada la Virgen de las Angustias en el retablo mayor de la ermita.

(Translated by Google) First time we go to the hermitage, with the image of the patron saint of Cuenca. It is small but very pretty but you have to be in shape to climb the hill. (Original) Primera vez que vamos a la ermita,con la imagen de la patrona de Cuenca. Es pequeña pero muy bonita pero ahí que estar en forma para subir la cuesta.

(Translated by Google) Quiet place, in a very beautiful square, but for me the most beautiful thing is the descent to access the hermitage, since it is small and if you are not a believer it does not give you much. (Original) Lugar tranquilo, en una plaza muy bonita, pero para mi lo más bonito es la bajada para acceder hasta la ermita, dado que esta es pequeña y si no eres creyente no te aporta demasiado.

(Translated by Google) A small church or chapel on one of the climbs from the Jucar River to Cuenca's historic center, about halfway along the route. Inside is an image of the Virgin Mary depicting a Pietà. (Original) Pequeña iglesia o capilla en una de las subidas desde el río Jucar hasta el centro histórico de Cuenca,, más o menos sobre la mitad del recorrido. Dentro está la imagen de la virgen representando una Piedad.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful natural setting that allows you to immerse yourself in nature, just 5 minutes from the historic center of Cuenca. A highly recommended walk along the banks of the Júcar River. (Original) Precioso paraje natural que te permite estar en plena naturaleza a solo 5 minutos del centro histórico de Cuenca.un paseo muy recomendable a orillas de ríol Júcar

(Translated by Google) A very beautiful church with very beautiful steps of Holy Week in Cuenca. (Original) Una iglesia muy bonita y con pasos muy bellos de la Semana Santa de Cuenca.

(Translated by Google) Emblematic Cuenca temple in the San Antón neighborhood, next to the river, of notable interior beauty, it houses the Virgin of Light and some Holy Week steps. It is the starting point of the Holy Thursday procession (Original) Emblemático templo conquense en el barrio de San Antón, junto al río, de notable belleza interior, alberga a la virgen de la luz y algunos pasos de semana santa. Es punto de partida de la procesión del jueves santo

(Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful temples in the city. The priest was very kind and opened the dressing room for us so we could see the Virgin up close. (Original) Uno de los templos más bonitos de la ciudad. El sacerdote fue muy amable y nos abrió el camarín para poder contemplar de cerca a la Virgen.

(Translated by Google) It was being renovated and was empty inside without any pictures. (Original) Estaba de reformas y estaba vacía por dentro sin ninguna imagen

(Translated by Google) Baroque temple located on the banks of the Júcar River, a setting of great beauty. The patron saint of Cuenca is located in this church. Inside are several of the images that are processed during Holy Week. (Original) Templo barroco situado a la orilla del río Júcar, un marco de gran belleza. En esta iglesia se encuentra la patrona de Cuenca. En su interior están varias de las imágenes que procesionan en Semana Santa.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, you always have to visit it, there are Easter steps there that are worth a visit (Original) Preciosa, siempre hay que visitarla, allí hay pasos de Semana Santa que merecen una visita

(Translated by Google) An old church, very well maintained and very beautiful...and the image of the Virgin of Light...impressive and very beautiful...I went in to see it and ask that it illuminate my path. (Original) Una iglesia antigua,muy bien cuidada y muy bonita...y la imagen de la virgen de la Luz...impresionante y muy bonita...yo entre a verla y a pedir q me iluminase mi camino

Spacious room, staff friendly, not too far to walk into town, free parking available nearby without the need to pay for hotel parking Disliked · Not sure how this hotel can be categorised as a 4 star hotel. Breakfast is only average and we've had significantly better in lower graded and cheaper hotels. No bar or restaurant as such. The restaurant seemed to be a help yourself to pre cooked meals and use a microwave, similarly the "bar" was help yourself from a fridge and pay at reception. MAJOR ISSUE, we requested a room for someone with limited mobility and a walk in shower, whilst the request was granted the shower was not usable and lethally slippy. Despite reporting this problem to reception it was not resolved. The fix was an extra bathmat thrown into the bottom of the shower tray, VERY DISAPPOINTING and dangerous!! Would we recommend or return, certainly not!!

A big hotel located outside of the city centre. The rooms are clean and with air conditioning. That point is very positive point when you visit during summer time, as more central hotels have poor air conditioning. On the other side, do not speck walking everywhere. However, there is a bus stop 5 minutes away from the hotel with frequent bus services to Plaza Mayor. Breakfast is ok for the price. Staff are very friendly, helpful and attentive.

I had a really good stay at this hotel. The lady on reception who checked me in, and explained about keys, breakfast and so on, was friendly and very helpful. Her English was very good, which was helpful to me. I can speak some Spanish, but it was good to know what where my Spanish ran out, her English could easily fill the gaps. My room was spacious and clean. Nothing fancy, but everything that I needed. The shower was good (important when travelling by motorcycle). The bed was very comfortable and the room fairly quiet. This was helped by the hotel not being right in the middle of Cuenca. In terms of location, I found the hotel to be fine. It's about a half-hour walk to the hanging houses for which Cuenca is famous, and the cultural area where the cathedral and castle are. But I don't mind that, I like to explore and soak up the local atmosphere. Breakfast was very nice. The usual selection of cereals, fruit, meats, cooked eggs, bacon and so on. But it was all presented well and the dining room was a pleasant area. The staff in the dining room were polite and attentive, and enhanced the experience. The same can be said for other staff around the hotel. Check-out was easy and could be completed online, saving time when you leave. So, all was good.

Very comfortable stay for an overnight at Cuenca. Although the room is small, it is very clean, with modern bathroom fittings, plushy towels and a firm mattress. Private parking is available underground for a fee, however free parking is easily available along the roadside in front of the hotel. The location is far (with an uphill walk) to the old town and tourist spots, however if one is just looking for a comfy night stay along the mainstreet this is a perfect location.

Really awesome experience across the board for reasonable price. Would definitely definitely recommend if you need a place to stay for a night or two or three!

For the price, you can't ask for better. Large room with a large bathroom, good heat and A/C, parking outside (free) and indoors (paying), many details like a microwave oven for customers, free access to plates and cutlery... Very clean, and good bathroom products (shampoo, body wash, towels). Front desk staff were extremely kind and effective. The decoration is minimalist, practical, nothing special but nice enough to create a welcoming, warm environment. This hotel is an excellent option.

Fantastic hotel near the city center of Cuenca. Free parking outside or hotel have an underground. The staff are friendly and efficient. The rooms are very clean. Especially the beds - extra pillow protectors which not a lot of hotels have. So this was great to see. It was also so comfortable the bed! One of the best! The bathroom was lovely but a few hairs around the ground and shower. I highly recommend this hotel. It was quiet, clean and very comfortable.

This mountain top castle is just one of many wonders to be seen at this world heritage site. Cuenca is a must for Spanish travellers. Suggest parking near the castle, a 20 minute drive from the modern town.

I wanted to get out of Madrid for one night and took the train to Cuenca. I was very surprised by the beautiful old town and the clubs with local people were great too. I can recommend taking the train or bus.

An old city wall, not very big, but the platform above can overlook the whole Cuenca, is one of the few attractions.

Can't really explain how beautiful this city is, and this place in particular it is breathtaking as you can really feel the old times while you walk nearby the castle. You can also park your car and there are bars and restaurants up here, in summer the temperature is below 30 degrees which helps. I would reccomend to come here in early morning.

What an amazing place to be.. I didn't know about this place when in my road to Madrid my girlfriend sawed on the map! From the moment you are visiting the old city you are going 2-3 century's back in time!

Great view over the monastry and the city !

Beautiful and historical spot in Cuenca! Worth the climb and there are parkings and restaurants nearby the castle. Excellent views from the castle and surrounding areas.

Wonderful view over Cuenca !

Excellent walk up from C Tiradores Bajas G along a gravel track to the monument or lazy bones can drive up from the Parador de Cuenca. You can also take the formed track from beside the Parador de Cuenca (if you park there get ready for the “official”parking guy) about 3 km up and over plus what you will walk from Cuenca - great cardio

Great spot that overlooks the valley, amazing hike from Cuenca

Aura

Takes to much time to get to the top but it's worth it because from the top of the cerro it haves a great views of the city of Cuenca.

Very recommended, you cross first the bridge and then go up. In almost 15-20 mins you'll get the summit. There is also a way to get there by car. Wonderful views

Nice views! There is a small path going to the top from the village- quite much climbing 😁

Built in the 18th century in Baroque style, the building is characterized by its entrance, which consists of three archways. These arches serve as a passageway connecting Plaza Mayor to other parts of the city.

. An interesting building with archways right across the road. This is at the other end of the Plaza Mayor from the Cathedral, and is the administrative centre of the town, aka Ayuntamiento or Town Hall. Plonked down right across the road, it forms a funnel, or rather a bottleneck, for the traffic flow. So much so that there's a traffic light right in the middle of the Plaza, to ensure a one-way flow only through its arches. Nice to sit at one of the nearby bars and watch the cars and bigger vehicles buzzing in and out! .

(Translated by Google) In this case we are going to comment on the town hall building, which in turn belongs to the City Council. Since the end of the 15th century, the building or town hall has been located in the Plaza Mayor. It is one of the most representative buildings of the Baroque in Cuenca. It has a rectangular plan, with two bodies on both sides. The façade is divided into three floors, and each of them (which decrease as they gain in height) is nuanced with pilasters of a different order. One of the places to visit. (Original) En este caso vamos a comentar el edificio de la casa consistorial que a su vez es del Ayuntamiento. Desde finales del S. XV el edificio o casa consistorial ha estado enclavado en la Plaza Mayor. Es uno de los edificios más representativos del barroco de Cuenca. Es de planta rectangular, con dos cuerpos a ambos lados. La fachada está articulada en tres plantas, y se matiza cada una de ellas (que van decreciendo según ganan en altura) con pilastras de diferente orden. Uno de los lugares a visitar.

(Translated by Google) The civil wedding hall is spectacular... Amazing, and the staff was top-notch from the first call! Thank you 🥰🤩 (Original) El salón para el Matrimonio civil está súper espectacular... Una pasada y el personal de 10 desde la primera llamada.! Gracias 🥰🤩

(Translated by Google) Much to do. Beautiful and well-maintained building. (Original) Mucho por hacer. Edificio bonito y cuidado.

(Translated by Google) 📌 This building is located in Cuenca's Plaza Mayor, next to the cathedral. ℹ️ It has beautiful arches where cars and pedestrians pass through. 👍 It's a must-see for anyone visiting this city. (Original) 📌 Edificio situado en la Plaza Mayor de Cuenca, al lado de la catedral. ℹ️ Tiene arcos preciosos por donde pasan los coches y los peatones. 👍 Es una visita imprescindible para la gente que venga a esta ciudad.

(Translated by Google) This is Cuenca: - San Julián Fair with children's karaoke in Santa Ana Park dancing to songs unsuitable for children. - Every building and street is covered in graffiti. - Parks with broken swings, no safety measures, and obsolete swing sets (mostly made of dirt). - Santa Park with a magnificent circuit, completely abandoned. - No fountains, flowers, etc. - Uncoordinated traffic lights that make it difficult to cross the city, which is very small, in a short space of time. - Bike lanes not integrated into the city so that bikes are a daily means of transportation. - The tourism it has not encouraged. - Posters of old performances from the auditorium are still displayed on the facade of Aguirre Street throughout the summer. - The fairgrounds are still within the city, bothering residents (most cities offer free minibuses, and the amusement park is outside the city with a designated space: lighting, construction booths, sewage disposal, etc.) - Rock climbing is not supported, though it is a pillar of tourism in Cuenca. - It makes me sad because I grew up there and love it, and yet seeing it abandoned and with no desire to improve it saddens me. (Original) Así está Cuenca: - Feria de San Julián con un karaoke infantil en el parque Santa Ana bailando canciones no adecuadas para a la infancia. - Sucia de graffiti en cada edificio y calle. - Parques con columpios rotos, sin medidas de seguridad, obsoletos en columpios (la mayoría de tierra) - Parque Santa con un magnífico circuito totalmente abandonado. - Sin fuentes, flores,... - Semáforos sin coordinación que no permiten cruzar la ciudad, que es muy pequeña, en breve espacio de tiempo. - Carril bici no integrado en la ciudad para que la bici sea un medio de transporte en el día a día. - El turismo que tiene sin fomentar. - Cartel de actuaciones del auditorio antiguas aún expuestas en la fachada de Aguirre durante todo el verano. - Recinto ferial todavía dentro de la ciudad molestando a los vecinos (la mayoría de las ciudades ponen microbuses gratis y la feria de atracciones está fuera de la ciudad con un espacio preparado: alumbrado, casetas de obra, alcantarillado...) - La escalada en roca sin apoyarla siendo un pilar para el turismo de Cuenca. - Qué pena me da porque he crecido en ella y la quiero, y sin embargo, verla abandonada y sin ganas de mejorarla me entristece.

Built in the 18th century in Baroque style, the building is characterized by its entrance, which consists of three archways. These arches serve as a passageway connecting Plaza Mayor to other parts of the city.

. An interesting building with archways right across the road. This is at the other end of the Plaza Mayor from the Cathedral, and is the administrative centre of the town, aka Ayuntamiento or Town Hall. Plonked down right across the road, it forms a funnel, or rather a bottleneck, for the traffic flow. So much so that there's a traffic light right in the middle of the Plaza, to ensure a one-way flow only through its arches. Nice to sit at one of the nearby bars and watch the cars and bigger vehicles buzzing in and out! .

(Translated by Google) In this case we are going to comment on the town hall building, which in turn belongs to the City Council. Since the end of the 15th century, the building or town hall has been located in the Plaza Mayor. It is one of the most representative buildings of the Baroque in Cuenca. It has a rectangular plan, with two bodies on both sides. The façade is divided into three floors, and each of them (which decrease as they gain in height) is nuanced with pilasters of a different order. One of the places to visit. (Original) En este caso vamos a comentar el edificio de la casa consistorial que a su vez es del Ayuntamiento. Desde finales del S. XV el edificio o casa consistorial ha estado enclavado en la Plaza Mayor. Es uno de los edificios más representativos del barroco de Cuenca. Es de planta rectangular, con dos cuerpos a ambos lados. La fachada está articulada en tres plantas, y se matiza cada una de ellas (que van decreciendo según ganan en altura) con pilastras de diferente orden. Uno de los lugares a visitar.

(Translated by Google) The civil wedding hall is spectacular... Amazing, and the staff was top-notch from the first call! Thank you 🥰🤩 (Original) El salón para el Matrimonio civil está súper espectacular... Una pasada y el personal de 10 desde la primera llamada.! Gracias 🥰🤩

(Translated by Google) Much to do. Beautiful and well-maintained building. (Original) Mucho por hacer. Edificio bonito y cuidado.

(Translated by Google) 📌 This building is located in Cuenca's Plaza Mayor, next to the cathedral. ℹ️ It has beautiful arches where cars and pedestrians pass through. 👍 It's a must-see for anyone visiting this city. (Original) 📌 Edificio situado en la Plaza Mayor de Cuenca, al lado de la catedral. ℹ️ Tiene arcos preciosos por donde pasan los coches y los peatones. 👍 Es una visita imprescindible para la gente que venga a esta ciudad.

(Translated by Google) This is Cuenca: - San Julián Fair with children's karaoke in Santa Ana Park dancing to songs unsuitable for children. - Every building and street is covered in graffiti. - Parks with broken swings, no safety measures, and obsolete swing sets (mostly made of dirt). - Santa Park with a magnificent circuit, completely abandoned. - No fountains, flowers, etc. - Uncoordinated traffic lights that make it difficult to cross the city, which is very small, in a short space of time. - Bike lanes not integrated into the city so that bikes are a daily means of transportation. - The tourism it has not encouraged. - Posters of old performances from the auditorium are still displayed on the facade of Aguirre Street throughout the summer. - The fairgrounds are still within the city, bothering residents (most cities offer free minibuses, and the amusement park is outside the city with a designated space: lighting, construction booths, sewage disposal, etc.) - Rock climbing is not supported, though it is a pillar of tourism in Cuenca. - It makes me sad because I grew up there and love it, and yet seeing it abandoned and with no desire to improve it saddens me. (Original) Así está Cuenca: - Feria de San Julián con un karaoke infantil en el parque Santa Ana bailando canciones no adecuadas para a la infancia. - Sucia de graffiti en cada edificio y calle. - Parques con columpios rotos, sin medidas de seguridad, obsoletos en columpios (la mayoría de tierra) - Parque Santa con un magnífico circuito totalmente abandonado. - Sin fuentes, flores,... - Semáforos sin coordinación que no permiten cruzar la ciudad, que es muy pequeña, en breve espacio de tiempo. - Carril bici no integrado en la ciudad para que la bici sea un medio de transporte en el día a día. - El turismo que tiene sin fomentar. - Cartel de actuaciones del auditorio antiguas aún expuestas en la fachada de Aguirre durante todo el verano. - Recinto ferial todavía dentro de la ciudad molestando a los vecinos (la mayoría de las ciudades ponen microbuses gratis y la feria de atracciones está fuera de la ciudad con un espacio preparado: alumbrado, casetas de obra, alcantarillado...) - La escalada en roca sin apoyarla siendo un pilar para el turismo de Cuenca. - Qué pena me da porque he crecido en ella y la quiero, y sin embargo, verla abandonada y sin ganas de mejorarla me entristece.

Formerly a Dominican convent, this place has been used as the Parador de Cuenca hotel since 1993. While some religious decorations remain in the convent's church, the interior has been transformed as it was converted into a hotel. Juan del Pozo, the founder of this convent and a member of the Chapter of Cuenca Cathedral, is buried here. Located on the outskirts of the city, it offers a peaceful setting to enjoy views of the Huécar River and the surrounding canyon with Casas Colgadas.

(Translated by Google) The convent of San Pablo is made up of the church, built at the bow, as if advancing along the Huécar sickle, the cloister to its right and another series of buildings that have grown attached to the main body according to the needs of the different orders that They have been housed in the convent. The church and cloister are from the 16th century, the rest of the buildings being from a later period. The building is perched on a prow or promontory (a typology popularly known as "Hocino") above the Huécar gorge. The founder, Juan del Pozo, canon of Cuenca, was buried in the middle of the transept of the convent church, with a white stone low-relief surface. The tomb was later removed from the middle of the transept and attached to the right wall of the church. (Original) El convento de San Pablo se compone de la iglesia, edificada en la proa, como avanzando en la hoz del Huécar, el claustro a su derecha y otra serie de edificaciones que han ido creciendo adosadas al cuerpo principal según las necesidades de las distintas órdenes que se han albergado en el convento. La iglesia y el claustro son del siglo XVI, siendo el resto de edificaciones de época posterior. El edificio se encarama en una proa o promontorio (tipología que se conoce popularmente como "Hocino") sobre la hoz del Huécar El fundador, Juan del Pozo, canónigo de Cuenca, fue enterrado en medio del crucero de la iglesia del convento, con superficie de bajo relieve de piedra blanca. El sepulcro posteriormente fue retirado de en medio del crucero y adosado al muro de la derecha de la iglesia.

(Translated by Google) This convent transformed into a Parador has become a symbol of elegance, savoir vivre and chic. A high-end and smiling staff adds a plus to the whole. (Original) Ce couvent transformé en Parador est devenu un des symboles de l élégance,du savoir vivre et du chic Un personnel haut de gamme et souriant apporte un plus à l ensemble

(Translated by Google) This is a newly renovated state-owned hotel. It's a great place to have afternoon tea when you're tired. The decoration is clean and modern with a touch of Spanish style! Highly recommended. (Original) 重新翻修的國營飯店，走累了可以來這喝下午茶很不錯👍裝修乾淨現代帶點西班牙風格！很推

(Translated by Google) Former Dominican convent built on a promontory at a high altitude, offering fantastic views of the city. In recent decades it has been used as a hotel with a good restaurant. (Original) Antigo convento da ordem dos dominicanos construído sobre um promontório, a grande altitude, permitindo uma visão fantástica da cidade. Nas últimas décadas funciona como hotel com bom restaurante.

(Translated by Google) Catholic temple built in the 16th century belonging to the Dominican order. It is located on the gorge of the Huécar River, and from its location you have magnificent views of the Hanging Houses. The construction combines a typical Gothic style structure with Renaissance decorative elements. It is made up of the church, the cloister and the outbuildings. Its church is made up of a single nave in the shape of a transept, with an 18th century baroque style doorway, which replaced the original Gothic style doorway. The cloister of the convent has two floors and its decoration is in the Plateresque style. Currently the convent houses the Cuenca Tourism Parador. (Original) Templo católico construido en el siglo XVI perteneciente a la orden de los Dominicos. Se encuentra situado en la hoz del río Huécar, y desde su emplazamiento se tienen unas magníficas vistas de las Casas Colgadas. La construcción combina una estructura típica del estilo gótico con elementos decorativos renacentistas. Está compuesto por la iglesia, el claustro y las dependencias. Su iglesia está compuesta por una sola nave en forma de crucero, con una portada del siglo XVIII de estilo barroco, que sustituyó a la original, de estilo gótico. El claustro del convento tiene dos alturas y su decoración es de estilo plateresco. Actualmente el convento alberga el Parador de Turismo de Cuenca.

(Translated by Google) This 16th-century religious building boasts impressive architecture and rich history. The convent is located in a privileged location, allowing you to enjoy the impressive views of the city. (Original) Este edificio religioso del siglo XVI cuenta con una arquitectura impresionante y una rica historia. El convento se encuentra en un lugar privilegiado, lo que permite disfrutar de las impresionantes vistas de la ciudad.

Nice :-)

An interesting relic with fantastic views.

(Translated by Google) Visiting what remains of what was the fortress of Arab origin and later a castle, you can see the remains of the wall and in a better state the Bezudo Arch, which still preserves a shield with a fleece, which formed one of the old entrances to the city. The last renovation of the premises was during the 16th century. (Original) Visitando lo que queda de lo que fue la fortaleza de origen árabe y posteriormente castillo, se puede ver los restos del paño de la muralla y en un mejor estado el Arco de Bezudo, que aún conserva un escudo con toisón, que formaban uno de los antiguos accesos a la ciudad. La última reforma del recinto fue durante el S. XVI.

(Translated by Google) It is in poor condition, although restored. There are remains of the castle, but without a doubt the best are the views from the area and remembering a little about the history of the place. (Original) Se encuentra en mal estado, aunque restaurada. Hay restos del castillo, pero sin duda lo mejor son las vistas desde la zona y recordar un poco la historia del lugar.

(Translated by Google) One of the well-preserved gateways to the city of Cuenca is the Bezudo Arch, located in the northernmost part of the historic center. Dating from the 11th century, it stands next to the remains of the almost extinct castle that once stood in this area. Next to the arch, you can also see the remains of walls that are still well preserved thanks to some restoration work. Just in front of the gate, you can see a bridge and a fairly deep moat, typical of these access areas, which made them safer from attack. (Original) Una de las puertas de acceso a la ciudad de Cuenca que aún se conservan de buena manera es el Arco de Bezudo, situado en la zona más al norte del casco histórico. Data del siglo XI, y se sitúa junto a los restos del casi extinto castillo que en esta zona se situaba. Junto al arco también se pueden divisar restos de murallas que aún se conservan de buena manera gracias a ciertas restauraciones que ha ido sufriendo. Justo frente a la puerta se puede observar un puente y un foso de cierta profundidad, típico en estás zonas de accesos, que las hacían más seguras ante ataques.

(Translated by Google) Northern part of the city. Arch of the Arab wall. The wall and the Arch of Bezudo (popularly known as the Arch of Ayodzú) in Cuenca, Spain, are part of the city's ancient medieval defensive system. The wall was built during the Muslim period, between the 9th and 10th centuries, and later reinforced after the Christian conquest in 1177 by Alfonso VIII, who turned it into a strategic stronghold against Al-Andalus. Of the several access gates to the walled city, the Arch of Bezudo is one of the few that remains. This arch served as the main entry point from the northern area and was guarded to control access to the old town. (Original) Parte norte de la ciudad. Arco de la muralla árabe. La muralla y el Arco de Bezudo (conocido popularmente como Arco de Ayodzú) en Cuenca, España, forman parte del antiguo sistema defensivo medieval de la ciudad. La muralla fue levantada en época musulmana, entre los siglos IX y X, y más tarde reforzada tras la conquista cristiana en 1177 por Alfonso VIII, quien la convirtió en una plaza fuerte estratégica frente a Al-Ándalus. De las varias puertas de acceso que tuvo la ciudad amurallada, el Arco de Bezudo es uno de los pocos que se conserva. Este arco servía como punto de entrada principal desde la zona norte y estaba custodiado para controlar el acceso al casco antiguo.

(Translated by Google) The old town of Cuenca is a spectacle both at night and during the day. (Original) El casco antiguo de Cuenca un espectáculo tanto de noche como se día.