La Arena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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
Jardín Botánico Atlántico showing forests and a park

Atlantic Botanical Garden

Expand your understanding of plant life at this serene and enriching botanical garden with educational displays and workshops.

Atlantic Botanical Garden
Gijon which includes a city, a sunset and a bay or harbour

Puerto Deportivo

Explore the waterfront in Gijon with a trip to Puerto Deportivo. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Puerto Deportivo

Activities

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$81
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Ribadesella, Llanes and Santillana del Mar from Oviedo and Gijón
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

NZ$81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
From Gijón or Oviedo: Somiedo Natural Park Day Trip

From Gijón or Oviedo: Somiedo Natural Park Day Trip

NZ$141
per adult
From Gijón or Oviedo: Somiedo Natural Park Day Trip
Private Tour of Gijón

Private Tour of Gijón

NZ$280
per adult
Private Tour of Gijón
Picture 5 for Activity From Gijón:Ribadesella, Llanes, & San Vicente de la Barquera

Gijón: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera

NZ$81
per adult
Gijón: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera
Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour

Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour

NZ$732
per adult
Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best La Arena Hotel Deals

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
4 out of 5
C/Manso, 2, Gijon, Asturias
The price is NZ$194 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$194
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (301 reviews)
Great location, professional staff, nice property
"Our first trip to Gijon and the hotel was a perfect location. Nice restaurants nearby, stores, everything you need. The breakfast was excellent and view overlooking the beach was a great way to start the day. Staff was very helpful, rang us cabs in seconds and answered all our questions. Room was ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
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$213 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$213
27 July - 28 July
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! (305 reviews)
"While I found the overall environment pleasing, I was quite disappointed with the lack of soundproofing in the rooms. Unfortunately, the walls did not adequately block noise, and I could clearly hear conversations, the air conditioning unit, and various other sounds from the neighboring room during ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sep. 2024

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$192 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$192
13 July - 14 July
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 San Lorenzo Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (291 reviews)
"Awesome stay"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
4 out of 5
Plaza de los Ferroviarios, 1, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is NZ$213 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$213
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Calle Uria and Astur Paintball ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (389 reviews)
"Muy buena atencion, el restaurante muy recomendado y el hotel esta muy bien ubicado con los medios de transporte"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
5 out of 5
C/Cervantes, nº 13, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is NZ$270 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$270
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (130 reviews)
"Exceptional 5 star hotel at a good price. Room and beds were top quality. Breakfast buffet was the best! Parking was a bit pricey but handy."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
4 out of 5
Calle de Marcelino Suarez, 29, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is NZ$147 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$147
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Astur Paintball and Carlos ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
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Other neighbourhoods around La Arena

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El Bibio

While visiting El Bibio, you might make a stop by sights like El Molinon and Plaza de Toros de El Bibio.

El Bibio
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Las Mestas

When in Las Mestas, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Toros de El Bibio and El Molinon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

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
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Urb. Playa del Arbeyal

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Urb. Playa del Arbeyal and surrounding area, you can visit El Molinon and Plaza de Toros de El Bibio.

Urb. Playa del Arbeyal
Gijon featuring a sunset, heritage elements and a city

Cimavilla

If you're spending some time in Cimavilla, Cimadevilla and Campo Valdes Roman Baths are top sights worth seeing.

Cimavilla
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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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