La Arena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gijón reflejado en la arena humeda de la playa de San Lorenzo en baja mar . Panorámica de Xixón, Asturias, España.
Gijón reflejado en la arena humeda de la playa de San Lorenzo en baja mar . Panorámica de Xixón, Asturias, España.

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
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El Molinon

Catch an event at El Molinon during your trip to Gijon-Este. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.

El Molinon
Aquarium of Gijon which includes a sunset

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.

Aquarium of Gijon
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

Activities

From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

From Oviedo: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip

AU$72
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

AU$72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Gijón: Luarca, Cudillero and Avilés Day Trip
Tour of the mysteries and legends of Oviedo

Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo

AU$17
per adult
Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo
OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour

OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour

AU$17
per adult
OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour
Uncover Oviedo's Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Uncover Oviedo's Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$17
per traveller
Uncover Oviedo's Legacy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center

Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center

AU$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oviedo : Walking tour of the Historic Center
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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 AU$102 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$102
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (338 reviews)
Cumplió expectativas

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes

Barceló Oviedo Cervantes

5 out of 5
C/Cervantes, nº 13 Oviedo Asturias
The price is AU$196 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$196
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (182 reviews)
Was good food clean room .

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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 AU$103 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$103
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Astur Paintball and Carlos Tartiere ...
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon

4 out of 5
C/ Bohemia, 1 Gijon Asturias
The price is AU$104 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$104
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (556 reviews)
The staff were very helpful and attentive.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
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 AU$133 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$133
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Calle Uria and Astur Paintball are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
Nice to have 24/7 room service and a great dining room all day. Love it!

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
URH Hotel Zen Balagares

URH Hotel Zen Balagares

4 out of 5
Avenida de los Balagares, 34 Corvera de Asturias Asturias
The price is AU$117 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$117
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Corvera de Asturias. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trasona Reservoir Park and ...
URH Hotel Zen Balagares
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Other neighbourhoods around La Arena

Playa de San Lorenzo, pan view

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 El Molinon and San Lorenzo Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Las Mestas
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
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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 San Lorenzo Beach.

Urb. Playa del Arbeyal
Museum of the Asturian People showing interior views

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
San Pedro church in San Lorenzo beach in Gijon in Asturias natural paradise travel touristic destination for vacations in Spain at dawn before sunrise. Panorama with calm sea landscape background.

Cimavilla

If you're spending some time in Cimavilla, Cimadevilla and Plaza de Jovellanos are top sights worth seeing.

Cimavilla

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