Is Cuenca Ecuador Safe? 10 Safest Neighborhoods For Travelers This Year

Dashed Trail
Plus

If you are coming from the capital city, you might wonder if it’s alright to travel to your next destination on your Ecuadorian bucket list.

10 Safest Neighborhoods in Cuenca Ecuador

1. El Centro

2. Remigio Crespo

El Centro is the heart of the city and the safest place in Cuenca. 

Remigio Crespo is a place that separates El Centro from the New City called Avenida Solano. 

3. El Vergel

4. South of the New City (Don Bosco)

El Vergel is located on the east side of Solano.

To the south of New City lies a place quite famous for the newly opened Supermaxi called Don Bosco.

5. Ordonez Lasso

6. Puertas del Sol

Ordonez Lasso, also known as Gringolandia, is one of the most loved places by ex-pats.

Puertas del Sol is a place away from the noise and traffic of the main city. 

Palm Leaf

7. Primero De Mayo

8. San Joaquin

San Joaquin is located a 10-minute drive away to the west of Cuenca. The town gives off a rural vibe to its visitors.

Primero de Mayo is located near Yanuncay River.

Palm Leaf

9. Los Ingeniero

10. Challuabamba

Los Ingenieros is a place filled with rivers and lineal parks.

Challuabamba is a neighborhood located a 20-minute drive from Cuenca.

Areas to Avoid in Cuenca Ecuador 

1.  La Merced

2. Bus Station Terminal Terrestre

La Merced is located 2,401 meters above sea level near Nulti. 

Bus stations, particularly Terminal Terrestre. 

3. Cayambe

4. Market Nueve de Octubre and Feria Libre

Cayambe, located north of the Avenida de las Americas, is also known as “la zona de tolerancia” 

The most targeted markets by criminals.  

Is Cuenca, Ecuador a Good Place to Live?

Cuenca, Ecuador, is considered one of the best places to live and retire.  

For More About This Post Visit SparkNomad