Barranco, Cuenca

#4 among attractions in Cuenca

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Barranco is a place located in Cuenca (Azuay province) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 8337 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 2°53'59"S latitude and 79°0'30"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Barranco is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Tranvia - #12s- Santo Domingo (tram, 9 min walk), Operazuay (bus, 28 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: University of Cuenca (universities and schools, 5 min walk), El Carmen de la Asunción (church, 6 min walk), New Cathedral of Cuenca (church, 7 min walk).

Coordinates: 2°53'59"S, 79°0'30"W

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Barranco – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New Cathedral of Cuenca, Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Museo de las Culturas Aborígenes, Tumebamba.

~1430 ftNE
Church
New Cathedral of Cuenca, Cuenca
7 min walk • The New Cathedral of Cuenca, officially known as the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, is a stunning emblem of faith and architecture in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador. This grand religious edifice, with its distinctive domes clad in blue and white glazed tiles...
~1780 ftNE
Church, Architecture
Old Cathedral of Cuenca, Cuenca
9 min walk • The Old Cathedral of Cuenca, known as El Sagrario, stands as a historic emblem in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador. This ancient church, with its origins dating back to the 16th century, was the main place of worship until the New Cathedral took its place in the 20th...
0.5 miSE
2°54'10"S • 79°0'8"W
Museo de las Culturas Aborígenes, Cuenca
12 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.9 miSE
City, Archaeological site
Tumebamba, Cuenca
24 min walk • Tumebamba, an archaeological site nestled in the heart of Cuenca, Ecuador, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and culture of the ancient Cañari and Inca civilizations. This historical gem, once a significant Inca city, now offers a window into the past for both...
~1730 ftSE
2°54'7"S • 79°0'15"W
Remigio Crespo Toral, Cuenca
9 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~1140 ftNE
2°53'53"S • 79°0'21"W
El Carmen de la Asunción, Cuenca
6 min walk • Church
0.5 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar, Cuenca
14 min walk • The Estadio Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Banco del Austro is a multi-purpose stadium in Cuenca, Ecuador. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Club Deportivo Cuenca and Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Cuenca.
~960 ftSW
Universities and schools
University of Cuenca, Cuenca
5 min walk • The University of Cuenca is an Ecuadorian university located in Cuenca. University of Cuenca is the principal university of Azuay Province. The university was officially founded in 1867, being the first university on Cuenca.
0.8 miS
2°54'40"S • 79°0'33"W
Virgen de Bronce, Cuenca
21 min walk • Church

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Barranco?

Nearby attractions include University of Cuenca, Cuenca (5 min walk), El Carmen de la Asunción, Cuenca (6 min walk), New Cathedral of Cuenca, Cuenca (7 min walk), Remigio Crespo Toral, Cuenca (9 min walk).

How to get to Barranco by public transport?

The nearest stations to Barranco:

Tram

Tranvia - #12s- Santo Domingo • Lines: Linea 1 (9 min walk)
Tranvía - #13n - Padre Aguirre • Lines: Linea 1 (11 min walk)

Bus

Operazuay (28 min walk)
Terminal Rutas Orences (28 min walk)