La Arena Travel Guide
Gijon
Popular places to visit
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.
Talasoponiente
Bring the whole family to relax in this multifaceted spa and watch your kids splash around in the water park.
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.
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.
Laboral City of Culture
Once a “university of labor,” this magnificent complex, a city within a city, now plays host to a range of artistic and cultural programs.
Puerto Deportivo
Explore the waterfront in Gijon with a trip to Puerto Deportivo. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do
From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
From Gijón: Covadonga Lakes, Cangas de Onís and Lastres
Picos de Europa: Bulnes, funicular and cheese Cabrales from Oviedo
Excursion to Picos de Europa : Bulnes, funicular and cheese Cabrales
Top hotels in La Arena
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Superb location overlooking the beach in Gijón.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel prada
Está genial ubicada. Las habitaciones están muy limpias aunque son un poco justitas. La recepción es inexistente, pero te comunicas por wasap
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Wonderful people. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Eurostars Palacio de Cristal
Staff were attentive, the bar was well appointed with excellent food and service
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
Its a nice hotel, but a bit out of the way
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Arena
El Bibio
While visiting El Bibio, you might make a stop by sights like El Molinon and Isabel la Católica Park.
Las Mestas
When in Las Mestas, you can plan a visit to El Molinon and San Lorenzo Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gijon City Centre
Unique features of Gijon City Centre include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by San Lorenzo Beach or Bay of Biscay while you're exploring the area.
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 San Lorenzo Beach.
El Pisón
If you're spending some time in El Pisón, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.
Cimavilla
If you're spending some time in Cimavilla, Cimadevilla and Campo Valdes Roman Baths are top sights worth seeing.
