What to do in Gijon - Asturias Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Aquarium of Gijon featuring signage, modern architecture and a sunset
Aquarium of Gijon featuring signage, modern architecture and a sunset
Aviles which includes heritage elements, a city and street scenes
Talasoponiente featuring a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre featuring modern architecture

Gijon - Asturias Coast Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. San Lorenzo Beach

With golden sand and a beautiful seaside outlook, San Lorenzo Beach is a favorite for tourists and residents of Gijón alike. Make the short walk down from the town center to discover this beloved urban beach.
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San Lorenzo Beach featuring a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

2. Cimadevilla

As the old town district of the city, Cimadevilla (Cimavilla in English) contains many of Gijón’s most fascinating and spectacular sights. It is known for its well-preserved Roman ruins and the hilltop Elogio del Horizonte sculpture that overlooks the Bay of Biscay. Stroll through this charming neighborhood on foot for a glimpse into the traditions and history of Gijón.
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Cimadevilla featuring street scenes and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

3. Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre

Centro Niemeyer, or the Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre, is recognizable by its tower, dome and bright colors. The center is a hub for the arts, education and film among other themes.
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Oscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre showing modern architecture as well as a small group of people

4. Talasoponiente

The Talasoponiente, also known as the Santagadea Sport Talaso, is a leisure center housed in an impressive modern building on the Poniente Beach. It has a wonderful spa that works with the health benefits of the sea to help you relax and get fit. Explore the range of treats and activities spread across the different floors of this exceptional complex.
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Talasoponiente showing a coastal town and a sandy beach

5. Aquarium of Gijon

Dive deep into the world beneath the seas at the Aquarium of Gijón (Acuario de Gijón), which houses thousands of specimens in its extensive collection of underwater flora and fauna. Follow the aquarium’s tour through some 60 tanks, which are organized to represent the world’s major aquatic environments ranging from local rivers to reefs, seas and oceans. Turtles, bull sharks and otters are just a few of the highlights along the way.
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Aquarium of Gijon which includes a sunset

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What to do in Gijon - Asturias Coast


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Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura showing a city, heritage elements and interior views

Gijon City Centre

Discover an array of fascinating ruins from the Roman era and sunbathe on the beaches of this central neighborhood of Gijón.

Gijon City Centre
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Distrito Oeste

You'll enjoy the beaches and waterfront in Distrito Oeste. You might want to make time for a stop at Aquarium of Gijon or Playa de Poniente.

Distrito Oeste
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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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Distrito Sur

Beaches and restaurants are some things travellers note about Distrito Sur. Check out Aquarium of Gijon or Casino de Asturias while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

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

La Arena

Though La Arena may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Lorenzo Beach and El Molinon.

La Arena
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

 

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