La Arena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Aquarium of Gijon
Take a journey through the world’s seas and oceans by exploring the diverse themed displays in one of northern Spain’s finest aquariums.
Palacio de Revillagigedo
This grand Baroque structure, originally designed as a palace complex, is now a cultural center and an icon of the city.
Activities
From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
Uncover Oviedo's Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best La Arena Hotel Deals
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Comfortable clean room with great beach views. Close by to cafes and restaurants.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Wonderful people. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
URH Hotel Zen Balagares
Muy bien ubicado en una vecindad tranquila, con un parking espacioso y buenas amenidades, todo limpio
Reviewed on 9 July 2025
AC Hotel Gijón by Marriott
Friendly
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
We had a great stay and If I return to the area I would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 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 Plaza de Toros de El Bibio and El Molinon, 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 Plaza de Toros de El Bibio.
Cimavilla
If you're spending some time in Cimavilla, Cimadevilla and Elogio del Horizonte are top sights worth seeing.
Distrito Llano
Travellers like the shopping in Distrito Llano, and Los Fresnos Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
