Gijon - Asturias Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Gijon - Asturias Coast

Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura showing a city, heritage elements and interior views

Gijon City Centre

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 featuring signage, modern architecture and a sunset

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 Bay of Biscay.

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
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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
Museum of the Asturian People showing 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
URH Hotel Zen Balagares

URH Hotel Zen Balagares

4 out of 5
Avenida de los Balagares, 34, Corvera de Asturias, Asturias
The price is NZ$152 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$152
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Corvera de Asturias. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trasona Reservoir Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (332 reviews)
"Muy bien ubicado en una vecindad tranquila, con un parking espacioso y buenas amenidades, todo limpio"

Reviewed on 9 July 2025

URH Hotel Zen Balagares
AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott

AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida de Oviedo, 15, Gijon, Asturias
The price is NZ$151 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$151
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Los Fresnos Mall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (310 reviews)
"Friendly"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon

4 out of 5
C/ Bohemia, 1, Gijon, Asturias
The price is NZ$151 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$151
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (527 reviews)
"The rooms are NOT soundproofed as claimed. Alot of outside noise and from the corridor. Should provide towels for the pool/ spa area as people are walking about wet."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
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La Casona de la Roza

La Casona de la Roza

4 out of 5
La Roza S/n, Amandi, Villaviciosa, Asturias
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Villaviciosa. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Plaza ...
8/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
"Wonderful property. Country side location, next to Villaviciosa, where you can find local activities and restaurants. We also find very good supermakets with everything you may need. Top notch place."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2024

La Casona de la Roza
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

El Faro Unkempt Houses
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
Stay at this vacation home in Villaviciosa. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Playa de Merón and Playa España are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Casa muy bonita, localizada en un sitio muy tranquiloRuta a caballo muy cerca de la casa Vistas increíbles desde la piscina Piscina muy cuidada y con el agua regulada a buena temperatura"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Casa Eloy: Spacious rural house with heated pool, 8 min from Merón Beach
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Popular places to visit

San Lorenzo Beach featuring a beach, a coastal town 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 featuring a city and a bay or harbour

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 showing 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 showing 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

Activities

Tour of the mysteries and legends of Oviedo

Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo

NZ$20
per adult
Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo
Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón

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

NZ$78
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón
From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
Gijon Cultural City Bus Tour Experience from Oviedo

Gijon Cultural City Bus Tour Experience from Oviedo

NZ$77
per adult
Gijon Cultural City Bus Tour Experience from Oviedo
Oviedo: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera

Oviedo: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera

NZ$78
per adult
Oviedo: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera
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Cities near Gijon - Asturias Coast

Gijon which includes 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

Aviles showing a bridge and heritage elements as well as an individual male

Aviles