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Spain

Gijón / Beachy vibes and sidra sips

MeowScore 😻93/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

July

Sunny weather, bagpipe festival, and music events. (7-12 words)

🎉
january

The Three Wise Men Parade and New Year's Day events. (max. 20 words)

💃
february

Asturias Carnival celebrations and romantic getaways. (max. 20 words)

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march

Fiesta del Antroxu and springtime walks along the beach. (max. 20 words)

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april

Holy Week processions and blooming nature in parks and gardens. (max. 20 words)

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may

Food and drink-related events, warm weather, and outdoor activities. (max. 20 words)

🔥
june

Midsummer Night's Bonfires, beaches, and summer festivals. (max. 20 words)

🎶
july

Musical events, the International Bagpipe Festival, and sunny weather. (max. 20 words)

🌅
august

Folklore Festival, San Lorenzo Day, and lively nightlife. (max. 20 words)

🍤
september

Relaxing beaches, seafood festivals, and Indian summer weather. (max. 20 words)

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october

International Film Festival, cider and cheese tastings, and fall foliage. (max. 20 words)

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november

All Saints' Day processions and autumn hikes in nearby nature reserves. (max. 20 words)

🎄
december

Christmas markets, choral concerts, and traditional treats. (max. 20 words)

🛍️

Wallet friendly

Bigmac $?

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Gijon offers moderate prices on food, accommodation and shopping which comes within the budget of most tourists.

Visit the local markets and small shops to find affordable souvenirs and traditional dishes.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Weekend getaway

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Weekend getaway

Gijon is a small coastal city with beautiful beaches and a charming old town, perfect for a short escape.

Tipping

0-5%

Minimal tipping culture

Tipping

0-5%

Minimal tipping culture

Credit cards accepted but cash preferred. Splitting the bill is common. No strict etiquette.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber optic available for most households

great Availability

Wide range of providers and plans

good Cellular

Some areas have weaker signal strength

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive society

As cats, we explored a charming old town lined with fish markets and cat-friendly plazas.

We lounged on the sunny beaches, watched catamarans pass and indulged in seafood delicacies. Purrfect!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Botanical Garden of Gijon
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Gijon Aquarium
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Laboral City of Culture
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Revillagigedo Palace
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San Lorenzo Beach

The mainstream

🌳
Botanical Garden of Gijon

250 species of trees, flowers, and plants collection in a park, and glasshouse pavilions. Peaceful nature walks and bird watching. 🌸🦜🍃

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🐡
Gijon Aquarium

Marine life experience with sharks, rays, and fish. Interactive games and activities for kids and adults. Amazingly beautiful jellyfish and octopus. 🦈🦑🐠

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🎭
Laboral City of Culture

A cultural and artistic complex that hosts exhibitions, concert, shows, and cinemas. Abandoned university complex with an impressive church and views of the coastline. 🎭🎬🎼

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🖼️
Revillagigedo Palace

Stunning architecture palace built-in 17th Century, now houses the Contemporary Art Museum. Views of the port and the sea, and a lovely garden to relax. 🏰🎨🌺

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San Lorenzo Beach

Sandy beach, perfect for sunbathing and surfing. Beautiful sunsets with a lighthouse view and tasty seafood nearby. 😻🌊🐟

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Off the beaten path

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Asgaya Cider Bar
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Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura
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Museo Evaristo Valle
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Cimavilla
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Jardín Botánico Atlántico

Off the beaten path

🍺
Asgaya Cider Bar

A drinkery with the best cider in town. A purr-fect spot to hang out with the locals and enjoy some tapas and live music. 🎶🍻🍴

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Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura

Not your usual cat-thedral! This modernist building houses an art center, a theater, a cinema, and an impressive tower with stunning views. 🎭🎬🏢

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🎭
Museo Evaristo Valle

A meow-velous museum with a hidden garden and contemporary art exhibitions that will leave you feline artsy. A purr-fect place to spend a rainy day! 🎨🏰🌧️

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Cimavilla

This catralicious old town has narrow streets and colorful buildings that will make you want to paws and explore. Don't forget to check out the vibrant Plaza Mayor! 🏰🎨🐾

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Jardín Botánico Atlántico

Purr-fect place for cat nature lovers! This botanical garden has a paw-some mixture of local and exotic flora, with furr-tastic sea views. 🌺🌊🌿

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable

Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive society

Mindful meoweler tips

Gijon's Historic Landmarks

From the Roman walls and baths to the stunning Revillagigedo Palace, Gijon has a wealth of historic landmarks to explore.

La Laboral - A Cultural Hub

La Laboral is an impressive building that was once a university and is now a cultural center. Don't miss the stunning views from the tower!

Culinary Delights

Gijon is home to some incredible seafood, including local specialties like cachopo and fabada asturiana. Be sure to try some cider too!

Useful external sites

en.gijon.info

Gijon Tourism↗

Official tourism website for Gijon providing information on tourist attractions, accommodations, and events in the city.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g187451-Gijon_Asturias-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

A popular travel website for reviews, recommendations, and bookings of hotels, restaurants, and attractions in Gijon.

www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/asturias/gijon

Lonely Planet↗

A well-known travel guide publisher featuring recommendations, advice, and essential information for Gijon travelers.

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