Gijon - Asturias Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aquarium of Gijon showing modern architecture, a sunset and signage
Aviles which includes a city, street scenes and heritage elements
Talasoponiente which includes a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre featuring modern architecture
Aviles featuring heritage elements, wild flowers and a park

Where to stay in Gijon - Asturias Coast

Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura which includes interior views, a city and street scenes

Gijon City Centre

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Unique features of Gijon City Centre include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Casino de Asturias or San Lorenzo Beach while you're exploring the area.

Gijon City Centre
Aquarium of Gijon showing modern architecture, a sunset and signage

Distrito Oeste

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Distrito Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at Aquarium of Gijon or Playa de Poniente.

Distrito Oeste
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Distrito Llano

Travellers like the shopping in Distrito Llano, and Los Fresnos Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Distrito Llano
Museum of the Asturian People which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people

El Pisón

If you're spending some time in El Pisón, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.

El Pisón
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Photo by David Pérez (CC BY)

Distrito Sur

Beaches and restaurants are some things travellers note about Distrito Sur. Check out Aquarium of Gijon or Casino de Asturias while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Distrito Sur
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La Arena

Though La Arena may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Lorenzo Beach and Plaza de Toros de El Bibio.

La Arena
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias

4 out of 5
C/Manso, 2, Gijon, Asturias
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £95 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£95
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (317 reviews)
"Great location in front of San Lorenzo Beach. You can walk to all major attractions, and there are lots of eating options around. The breakfast was good and included fruit, eggs, bread, coffee and pastries, and the breakfast area has a view of the beach. The room was spacious but the bed felt somewhat ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
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palmeras

2 out of 5
Cam. de la Caleyona 1285, Gijón, Asturias
The price is £39 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£39
per night
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this country house in Gijon. Enjoy free parking, a garden and housekeeping. Popular attractions Carbayón de Lavandera and Villa Romana de Veranes are ...
6.2/10 (29 reviews)
"Amabilidad"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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URH Hotel Zen Balagares

URH Hotel Zen Balagares

4 out of 5
Avenida de los Balagares, 34, Corvera de Asturias, Asturias
The price is £65 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£65
per night
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Corvera de Asturias. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trasona Reservoir Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"Muy bien ubicado en una vecindad tranquila, con un parking espacioso y buenas amenidades, todo limpio"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

URH Hotel Zen Balagares
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Casa Eloy: Spacious rural house with heated pool, 8 min from Merón Beach

Casa Eloy: Spacious rural house with heated pool, 8 min from Merón Beach

Arguero, Asturias
Stay at this holiday home in Villaviciosa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Playa de Merón and Playa España are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Muy buena estancia!! Pura tranquilidad y una casa que no le falta de nada!Los anfitriones muy atentos y resolutivos!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Casa Eloy: Spacious rural house with heated pool, 8 min from Merón Beach
El Faro Unkempt Houses

El Faro Unkempt Houses

2 out of 5
Aldea Villar, 19, Villaviciosa, Asturias
Stay at this aparthotel in Villaviciosa. Enjoy a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Playa de Tazones and Playa de Rodiles are located nearby.
Beautiful Stay in Asturias
"Beautifully designed property surrounded by local farms and close to the quaint village of Tazones, only a 25 minute drive to Villaviciosa. You can hike directly to Tazones and a few other routes right from the property. The rooms are very spacious and well-appointed, modern, and clean. The kitchen ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2023

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1A132 Céntrico y Cómodo Rincón en Gijón

1A132 Céntrico y Cómodo Rincón en Gijón

Gijón
Stay at this apartment in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Los Fresnos Mall and Estatua de Jovellanos are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Nos gusto todo."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

1A132 Céntrico y Cómodo Rincón en Gijón
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Popular places to visit

San Lorenzo Beach which includes a city, a beach and general coastal views

San Lorenzo Beach

Sun, sea and sports abound on Asturia’s favorite sandy beach, located in the heart of Gijón and overlooking the picturesque Bay of Gijón.

San Lorenzo Beach
Cimadevilla showing a bay or harbour and a city

Cimadevilla

Get a sense of the rich culture in this historic center and make your way up the hill for a stunning vista of the bay.

Cimadevilla
Talasoponiente featuring a sunset

Talasoponiente

Bring the whole family to relax in this multifaceted spa and watch your kids splash around in the water park.

Talasoponiente
Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre featuring modern architecture as well as an individual male

Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre

Witness the work of a world-famous architect at this complex where you can also browse exhibitions and attend a range of events.

Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre
Plaza Mayor featuring heritage elements

Plaza Mayor

Stop by Gijón’s historic town square to take a leisurely stroll, relax with a coffee or meal and appreciate the traditional architecture.

Plaza Mayor

Franca Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Franca Beach during your travels in Ribadedeva? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Franca Beach

Things to do

Ribadeo and Tapia de Casariego Cathedrals Beach Tour

Excursion to Playa de las Catedrals, Ribadeo and Tapia de Casariego

£42
per adult
Excursion to Playa de las Catedrals, Ribadeo and Tapia de Casariego
Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón

Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón

£36
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón
Cudillero, Aviles and Cabo Peñas Lighthouse Tour from Oviedo

Cudillero, Aviles and Cabo Peñas Lighthouse Tour from Oviedo

£39
per adult
Cudillero, Aviles and Cabo Peñas Lighthouse Tour from Oviedo
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

£36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
Private Tour of Gijón

Private Tour of Gijón

£125
per adult
Private Tour of Gijón
Tour privado por Gijón

Tour privado por Gijón

£108
per traveller
Tour privado por Gijón
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Gijon featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset

Gijon

Photo "Candas" by Alejandro Polanco (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Alejandro Polanco (CC BY)

Candas

Photo "Pravia" by David Perez (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by David Perez (CC BY)

Pravia

Photo by Kang Hao

Cangas de Onis