What to do in Gijon

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Gijon featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a sunset
San Lorenzo Beach which includes a coastal town and general coastal views
Gijon
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Jardín Botánico Atlántico which includes a bridge, a river or creek and forest scenes

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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 which includes a city, a beach 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 showing a bay or harbour and a city

3. 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 featuring a sunset

4. Plaza Mayor

Head to the heart of old Gijón to find the Plaza Mayor, a classic town square surrounded on all sides by historic buildings and animated with the daily life of the town. Stroll, sit, or dine at a café or restaurant as you take in the atmosphere.
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Plaza Mayor featuring heritage elements

5. Elogio del Horizonte

The Elogio del Horizonte is a magnificent work of art that faces out across the Bay of Biscay from the peak of the Santa Catalina Hill. This public monument was constructed by famous Basque sculptor Eduardo Chillida Juantegui. Lay down a blanket on a grassy knoll of the verdant Cerro de Santa Catalina Park and enjoy the vista of the sparkling blue sea and the Asturian coastline.
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Elogio del Horizonte showing outdoor art, a park and a sunset

6. San Pedro Church

San Pedro Church is a charming and elegant church overlooking the sea in the historic center of Gijón. With its neo-Romanesque design, it is one of the architectural treasures of the region. At night, see the church illuminated in a golden hue and reflected on the surface of the water.
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7. Atlantic Botanical Garden

Since its founding in 2003, the Atlantic Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico Atlántico) has delighted and enlightened visitors with its vast displays of local and international flora. Relax in the greenery and enrich your ecological understanding as you amble through the 15 hectares (37 acres) of designed land in these unique gardens, which hold over 15,000 plants and trees.
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Jardín Botánico Atlántico showing a garden and forests

8. Museum of the Asturian People

The Museum of the Asturian People (“Muséu del Pueblu d’Asturies” in the local language) is devoted to the culture and traditions of this proud northern region of Spain. Check out exhibits on everything ranging from local bagpipes and graphic arts, to agricultural life and diaspora.
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Museum of the Asturian People showing modern architecture

9. Playa de Poniente

The Playa de Poniente is a wide artificial beach, with an expanse of yellow sand looking out over sheltered waters. One of the city’s most popular beaches, its location offers many opportunities for sailing and other forms of seaside recreation. Try your hand at water sports, splash in the sea, or lay on the beach and relax.
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Playa de Poniente which includes a coastal town, a beach and general coastal views

What to do in 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
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
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
Elogio del Horizonte showing outdoor art, a park and a sunset

Elogio del Horizonte

Stand at the core of this public sculpture to hear amplified sounds of the sea and stay to watch the sun go down.

Elogio del Horizonte
Gijon which includes heritage elements

San Pedro Church

Popular as a wedding destination, this 20th-century church is fitted with colorful stained-glass windows and provides unobstructed vistas of the beach and sea.

San Pedro Church
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
Museum of the Asturian People showing modern architecture

Museum of the Asturian People

Learn about the proud heritage of the Asturias region at this museum of culture that includes traditional houses, tools, transport and even bagpipes.

Museum of the Asturian People
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

Explore areas of Gijon

Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura which includes interior views, a city and street scenes

Gijon City Centre

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Gijon City Centre
Museum of the Asturian People showing modern architecture

Distrito Rural Este

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Not far from downtown Gijón is an area offering places of natural beauty and a range of cultural attractions, including a “City of Culture” contained in one monumental building.

Distrito Rural Este
Aquarium of Gijon showing modern architecture, a sunset and signage

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.

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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 Playa de Poniente while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Distrito Sur
Museum of the Asturian People which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people

El Pisón

If you're spending some time in El Pisón, Museum of the Asturian People and San Lorenzo Beach are top sights worth seeing.

El Pisón