With some awesome day trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to enjoy all that Cuenca, 40 miles away, has to offer. New Cathedral of Cuenca, Calderon Park and Puente Roto alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Situated 45 miles away, Riobamba is another popular option. If you swing by, make sure you check out Pro Bici, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Olympic Stadium.