Visit Gijón in one day
Visit Gijón in one day
Visit Gijón in one day
Oct 13, 2025
Discover the long history and beautiful walks of the port city of Gijón
Although, at first glance, the city of Gijón may seem duller than other cities in Spain, it actually has a long history and beautiful walks.
Here are the must-sees when you come to visit Gijón:
Plaza del Marqués: Plaza del Marqués is a square steeped in rich history and overflowing with local culture. It is surrounded by museums, history, and is the gateway to the old streets of the city. You will find a sculpture and fountain that is 134 years old, in honor of Carlos Menéndez Valdés.
Discover the long history and beautiful walks of the port city of Gijón
Although, at first glance, the city of Gijón may seem duller than other cities in Spain, it actually has a long history and beautiful walks.
Here are the must-sees when you come to visit Gijón:
Plaza del Marqués: Plaza del Marqués is a square steeped in rich history and overflowing with local culture. It is surrounded by museums, history, and is the gateway to the old streets of the city. You will find a sculpture and fountain that is 134 years old, in honor of Carlos Menéndez Valdés.
The Roman baths: The entrance to this museum on the Roman baths is free and will allow you, through a small underground circuit, to learn more about the history of the city and the Roman inhabitants of the time.
The Roman baths: The entrance to this museum on the Roman baths is free and will allow you, through a small underground circuit, to learn more about the history of the city and the Roman inhabitants of the time.
San Lorenzo Beaches: Gijon is a port city that you can visit by following the seaside, with San Lorenzo beach being the most popular and the largest. You can swim there in the summer and find many surfers in the autumn and winter.
Santa Catalina Hill: This walk through the hill will allow you to reach the most beautiful viewpoint in the city. The walk is beautiful and easy to access.
Restaurant where we ate: For a small plate of tapas and “una cerveza,” this tapas bar will welcome you and delight you! Don't miss their charcuterie plates that melt in your mouth… (Non-alcoholic and vegetarian options available)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/F8mKR7aeuo1Crtqt8
San Lorenzo Beaches: Gijon is a port city that you can visit by following the seaside, with San Lorenzo beach being the most popular and the largest. You can swim there in the summer and find many surfers in the autumn and winter.
Santa Catalina Hill: This walk through the hill will allow you to reach the most beautiful viewpoint in the city. The walk is beautiful and easy to access.
Restaurant where we ate: For a small plate of tapas and “una cerveza,” this tapas bar will welcome you and delight you! Don't miss their charcuterie plates that melt in your mouth… (Non-alcoholic and vegetarian options available)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/F8mKR7aeuo1Crtqt8
