Gijon City Centre

Gijon

Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura featuring interior views, a city and street scenes
Cimadevilla which includes street scenes as well as a couple
Gijon City Centre
Talasoponiente which includes a sunset
Cimadevilla
Discover an array of fascinating ruins from the Roman era and sunbathe on the beaches of this central neighborhood of Gijón.

Comprising the core neighborhoods of Centro, Cimadevilla and Laviada, the Distrito Centro lies at the heart of Gijón. It contains the main landmarks and cultural highlights of the largest city in the Asturias province. Piece together the fascinating Roman and modern history of Gijón through the museums and monuments dotted around this central area.

Note that much of the city and its culture has been defined by Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos, an important figure in the Spanish Age of Enlightenment of the 18th century. See his collection of art and take the audio guide for additional context in the majestic Jovellanos Birthplace Museum in the Cimadevilla old town area on the Santa Catalina Headland. Relax at a café in the Plaza de Jovellanos and see the historic figure’s tomb in the adjacent Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Remedios (Chapel of Our Lady of Remedies).

Seek out the subterranean Campo Valdés Roman Baths, well-preserved ruins where Romans bathed and socialized as far back as 2,000 years ago. It stands beside the glorious Church of San Pedro. At the northern end of the promontory lies the undulating Cerro de Santa Catalina Park where you will find the Elogio del Horizonte monument that overlooks the sea.

Make your way down to Poniente Beach and lay down a blanket for a picnic on the sand. Here you’ll find the beachside Talasoponiente, offering fun for the whole family with its range of pools and spa treatments.

The Distrito Centro runs from the Gijón neighborhood of Laviada up through Centro, before reaching the Cimadevilla area. Gijón is located on the Santa Catalina promontory that juts out into the Bay of Biscay. Arrive at Asturias Airport and drive east for about 25 miles (40 kilometers) to get to Gijón in less than 40 minutes. Get around the city’s central areas by bus, car or on foot.


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Top hotels in Gijon City Centre

Hotel Hernán Cortés
Hotel Hernán Cortés
4 out of 5
Calle Fernández Vallín, 5, Gijon, Asturias
The price is S$209 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
S$209
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Buenisimo el Hotel! Nos hemos quedado en una pieza cuádruple ya que éramos dos adultos y dos niños. Gran tamaño, muy buena luz y todo fantástico!"

Reviewed on 26 Feb,2025

Hotel Hernán Cortés
Munna Hotel Boutique
Munna Hotel Boutique
4 out of 5
Calle del Carmen 5, Gijon
The price is S$115 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
S$115
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Las letronas de Gijón and Barjola Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Great location. Walkable to train station, beach, restaurants, bars, shopping, historical sites, museums. Friendly, professional and helpful staff. Clean rooms. Great amenities in bathroom."

Reviewed on 10 Dec,2024

Munna Hotel Boutique
El Môderne Hotel Urban & Unique
El Môderne Hotel Urban & Unique
4 out of 5
C/ Marqués de San Esteban, 27, Gijon, Asturias
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$172 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
S$172
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
Well worth a stay
"An excellent hotel, close to the water and great bars and restaurants. The desk staff was great and very helpful. The woman at breakfast was less wonderful - unengaged in her job and not very helpful. A minor point but not a great ending to a wonderful stay."

Reviewed on 26 Feb,2025

El Môderne Hotel Urban & Unique
Hotel Santa Rosa, Blue Hoteles
Hotel Santa Rosa, Blue Hoteles
3 out of 5
Santa Rosa, 4, Gijon, Asturias
The price is S$90 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$90
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Barjola Museum and Las letronas de Gijón ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (216 reviews)
All one needs
"The hotel was in a great location and the staff were terrific. The room, while small, was spotless. Would book again without hesitation."

Reviewed on 25 Jan,2025

Hotel Santa Rosa, Blue Hoteles
Hotel Marqués, Blue Hoteles
Hotel Marqués, Blue Hoteles
3 out of 5
C/ Marqués de San Esteban nº11, Gijon, Asturias
The price is S$90 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$90
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
Great location
"The room is well decorated, but small - we had hard time to place our luggage during our stay. The breakfast is pretty good and worth the price. The location is another positive point. My only observation is that they turn off the AC at night. The week we were there in October the temperature at ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct,2024

Hotel Marqués, Blue Hoteles
Hotel Faranda Pathos Gijon, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hotel Faranda Pathos Gijon, Ascend Hotel Collection
2 out of 5
Calle Santa Elena 6, Gijon, Asturias
The price is S$73 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$73
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Barjola Museum and Plaza Mayor are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (47 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms, kind staff. What more could one ask for?"

Reviewed on 13 Jul,2024

Hotel Faranda Pathos Gijon, Ascend Hotel Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Gijon City Centre

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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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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
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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

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, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.

El Pisón
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.

Distrito Oeste

Gijon City Centre