La Arena Travel Guide
Gijon
Popular places to visit
San Lorenzo Beach
Sun, sea and sports abound on Asturia’s favorite sandy beach, located in the heart of Gijón and overlooking the picturesque Bay of Gijón.
Cimadevilla
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.
El Molinon
Catch an event at El Molinon during your trip to Gijon-Este. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.
Talasoponiente
Bring the whole family to relax in this multifaceted spa and watch your kids splash around in the water park.
Aquarium of Gijon
Take a journey through the world’s seas and oceans by exploring the diverse themed displays in one of northern Spain’s finest aquariums.
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.
Top hotels in La Arena
Hotel Príncipe de Asturias
Cumplió expectativas
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Barceló Oviedo Cervantes
Everything was good location parking staff The room was clean and very comfortable Staff was very helpful and friendly Very good value for money Many bars and restaurant around Walking distance to the old town
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
B&B Hotel Gijón Centro Begoña
Sound proofing woefully inadequate and servicecin the restaurant poor
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2023
Hotel Silken Monumental Naranco
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Nice to have 24/7 room service and a great dining room all day. Love it!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
AZZ Asturias Langrehotel & Spa
Other neighbourhoods around La Arena
El Bibio
While visiting El Bibio, you might make a stop by sights like El Molinon and Plaza de Toros de El Bibio.
Las Mestas
When in Las Mestas, you can plan a visit to El Molinon and San Lorenzo Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gijon City Centre
Unique features of Gijon City Centre include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Casino de Asturias or San Lorenzo Beach while you're exploring the area.
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 San Lorenzo Beach.
El Pisón
If you're spending some time in El Pisón, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.
Cimavilla
If you're spending some time in Cimavilla, Cimadevilla and Elogio del Horizonte are top sights worth seeing.
