Our personal guide
Asturias,
our way.
The places we recommend to friends, family and guests: restaurants, Gijón favourites and day trips across Asturias.
Asturias,
Your hosts’ recommendations
Ideas for every day.
We have organised our suggestions so you can choose easily according to the time available, whether you are travelling with children, and whether you fancy the city, coast, mountains or local food.
Opening times, booking requirements and seasonal activities may change. Please check directly before travelling.
Our personal selection
Where to eat
Tierra Astur
One of our must-visits for traditional Asturian food in a wonderfully atmospheric setting, at the far end of Poniente Beach.
Mesón Sancho la Merced
An elegant restaurant with a short, traditional menu. Both the meat and fish dishes are excellent.
Casa Gabriel
A good nearby choice for seafood and fish, with very fair prices for this kind of produce.
El Sueve
Some of the best meat in Gijón, within an easy walk of the apartment.
Sidrería La Costa
There is plenty of variety, but the meat is the highlight. Together with El Sueve, it is one of our favourites for meat lovers.
A Toda Mesa
A newer restaurant close to the apartment, with a terrace and very good burgers.
Pinocho
A stylish Italian restaurant near Poniente Beach, with a modern feel and consistently good food.
Grosso Napoletano
A well-known Italian restaurant serving very good pizzas, close to the apartment.
Punto Caramelo
An Argentinian-style pastry shop almost next door, with distinctive and delicious sweet treats.
Taberna Zíngara
An elegant restaurant with a distinctive menu and one of our personal favourites in the Fomento area.
Mamáguaja
Carefully prepared, creative food in an elegant setting in the Fomento area.
Gloria
Another Fomento favourite for a more distinctive and beautifully prepared meal.
Carlin Goal
One of our breakfast choices: generous options, easy parking and a different setting beside the stadium.
La Escalerona
A small, family-run place for a quick bite, with excellent homemade burgers and hot dogs close to the beach.
Close to the apartment
Discover Gijón
The Gijón letters and marina
The giant GIJÓN letters overlooking the marina are among the city's most photographed sights. From here, stroll through Jardines de la Reina and continue towards Fomento.
Calle Corrida and Paseo de Begoña
Calle Corrida is central Gijón's best-known pedestrian street. Continue through Los Moros and Plaza del Parchís to Paseo de Begoña for a very local walk and a drink.
Plaza Mayor and Plaza del Marqués
The main square, City Hall, Revillagigedo Palace, the statue of King Pelayo and the Cider Tree make up one of the city's most characteristic seaside walks.
Cimavilla and the Elogio
Wander through the former fishing quarter, stop at Cuesta del Cholo and climb Cerro de Santa Catalina to see Chillida's Elogio del Horizonte.
San Pedro and the Roman Baths
The Roman baths of Campo Valdés lie beside San Pedro Church, combining the city's history with the San Lorenzo promenade.
El Muro, La Escalerona and El Rinconín
Walk along San Lorenzo from La Escalerona towards El Rinconín. For a longer route, continue along the coastal path towards La Providencia.
Universidad Laboral and Botanical Garden
Two visits that combine perfectly: the monumental Laboral building and the Atlantic Botanical Garden right beside it.
La Providencia and Cabo San Lorenzo
An elevated green area with some of the finest views along Gijón's coastline, especially beautiful at sunset.
Poniente and the Railway Museum
Walk along Poniente Beach and visit the Railway Museum to discover Asturias' industrial history—a good option for a less sunny day.
Towards Cantabria
Eastern Asturias
Lastres and Tazones
Two delightful coastal villages. Tazones is small and famous for lobster rice; we recommend El Pescador, whose owners we know personally.
Bufones de Pría
A dramatic coastal spectacle, particularly when the sea is rough. Check tides and conditions first, and keep well away from cliff edges.
Cué, Toró, Poo and Barro
Four very different and beautiful beaches to combine with a visit to Llanes. Cué is known for its islets, while Poo and Barro are especially lovely at the right tide.
Gulpiyuri, Torimbia and Cuevas del Mar
Gulpiyuri is a tiny inland beach; Torimbia has spectacular scenery, and Cuevas del Mar is known for its rock formations. Check access and tides before setting out.
Covadonga, the Lakes and Cangas de Onís
A classic full-day trip combining the sanctuary, mountain scenery and one of eastern Asturias' best-known towns.
Towards Galicia
Western Asturias
Cudillero
One of Asturias' most photographed fishing villages, with colourful houses arranged around its small harbour.
Playa del Silencio
A spectacular corner of western Asturias. Wear comfortable shoes and check access and sea conditions before visiting.
Pastelería Cabo Busto
A bakery known for its excellent cakes and pastries—the perfect addition to a day trip in this area.
Cabo Vidio
A dramatic viewpoint above the cliffs and Cantabrian Sea, particularly beautiful at the end of the day.
For all ages
Things to do with children
Los Caserinos
Family visits to meet the animals and learn how cheese is made. Check current opening times and visit conditions beforehand.
Finca El Malaín
Around 20 minutes away by car, you can pick blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. Booking is not normally required, but fruit depends on the season.
MUJA
The Jurassic Museum of Asturias is a memorable family visit and combines perfectly with Lastres or Tazones.
Ilusiona · Parque Principado
A large family entertainment centre with bowling, arcade games and a children's play area with ball pools, tunnels, bridges and slides.
Xjump Gijón
An indoor play and trampoline centre with separate areas for younger and older children.
Talasoponiente
A thalassotherapy centre with pools and family-friendly water areas.
Aquarium, Botanical Garden and parks
The Aquarium, Isabel la Católica park, the Laboral, Botanical Garden and La Providencia offer plenty of varied family activities without leaving the city.
Get active outdoors
Adventure and nature
Sella river descent
One of Asturias' best-known experiences. Several routes and companies are available; book ahead and check age requirements and conditions.
Senda del Oso
A gentle greenway through valleys and gorges. It can be enjoyed in sections and is especially good by bike, including with children; remember to arrange the return journey.
Coastal paths
Asturias has walking routes between beaches, headlands and cliffs. Choose a suitable level and check the weather before setting out.
Picos de Europa
For visitors with a full day who want to discover Asturias' most iconic mountain scenery.
Surfing and water activities
Gijón and the surrounding coast have schools and activities for different levels and Cantabrian Sea conditions.
Need help choosing?
Ask us.
If you are torn between different plans, would like a weather-based suggestion or need a particular kind of restaurant, message us and we will gladly help.
Your base beside the Cantabrian Sea