La Arena Travel Guide

Gijon

Popular places to visit

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

San Lorenzo Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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
Plaza Mayor featuring heritage elements

Plaza Mayor

4/5(1 review)

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
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
Aquarium of Gijon which includes a sunset

Aquarium of Gijon

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take a journey through the world’s seas and oceans by exploring the diverse themed displays in one of northern Spain’s finest aquariums.

Aquarium of Gijon
Jardín Botánico Atlántico showing a garden and forests

Atlantic Botanical Garden

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

Atlantic Botanical Garden

Things to do

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

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

฿1,572
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

฿1,572
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

฿2,732
per adult
From Gijón or Oviedo: Somiedo Natural Park Day Trip
From Gijón or Oviedo: Ponga Natural Park Day Trip

From Gijón or Oviedo: Ponga Natural Park Day Trip

฿2,619
per adult
From Gijón or Oviedo: Ponga Natural Park Day Trip
Picos de Europa: Bulnes, funicular and cheese Cabrales from Gijón

Picos de Europa: Bulnes, funicular and cheese Cabrales from Gijón

฿2,582
per adult
Picos de Europa: Bulnes, funicular and cheese Cabrales from Gijón
Picture 5 for Activity From Gijón:Ribadesella, Llanes, & San Vicente de la Barquera

Gijón: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera

฿1,572
per adult
Gijón: Ribadesella, Llanes & San Vicente de la Barquera
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Top hotels in La Arena

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
4 out of 5
C/Manso, 2, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ฿3,740 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
฿3,740
฿4,114 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (300 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 ฿2,576 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
฿2,576
฿2,833 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (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 Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
4 out of 5
Plaza de los Ferroviarios, 1, Oviedo, Asturias
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,730 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿2,730
฿3,002 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Calle Uria and Astur Paintball ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (387 reviews)
"Very well located hotel, in the middle of everything!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
4 out of 5
Calle de Marcelino Suarez, 29, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is ฿2,248 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,248
฿2,473 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Astur Paintball and Carlos ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (364 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
5 out of 5
C/Cervantes, nº 13, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is ฿4,791 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,791
฿5,270 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
"The location is amazing, very close to Old Town."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
4 out of 5
C/ Bohemia, 1, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ฿3,211 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,211
฿3,532 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (508 reviews)
"Location was nice"

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
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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

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
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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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