5-Day Spain weekend getaway in Gijon

Your exciting weekend getaway in Spain begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Gijon, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Gijon has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Spain. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Gijon to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Elogio del horizonte. This attraction is a spectacular sculpture with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,387 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Gijon, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, El Restallu. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,218 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Gijon is Casa Carmen Manso. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,182 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Mesón Restaurante Sancho. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,312 customers.

A weekend getaway in Spain isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Gijon. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Sidrería Tierra Astur Poniente, which has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 16,310 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Varsovia. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,828 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurante El Saúco, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,292 customers, an after-dinner drink at Restaurante El Saúco is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Gijon. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Gijon!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura. This outstanding museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 2,609 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Universidad Laboral de Gijón. Approximately 7,743 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing park, Jardín Botánico Atlántico. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,379 visitors.

The top-rated Museum of the Asturian People, an outstanding museum, is one place you should visit while in Gijon considering its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,385 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent San Lorenzo Beach. This popular site is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by around 11,583 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Gijon offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Gijon.

Gloria - Esther y Nacho Manzano offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Gijon is the popular Restaurante La Pondala. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,132 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Bar El Medio Lleno. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,346 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Topolino. One of the best bars in the city, Topolino has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,038 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Sidrería Restaurante El Requexu is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,234 bar-goers.

Bodegas Anchón is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Gijon. Bodegas Anchón has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,020 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Gijon. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll get to know more about Gijon and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Gijon by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Parque Fluvial.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Begoña Park. This attraction is a magnificent park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,212 travelers.

Gijon is also the home of the amazing Plaza del Parchís. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,080 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous church in the area, the wonderful Basílica-Santuario del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 768, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

With an average rating of 4.5 given by 5,573 travelers, it’s hard to refuse the opportunity to see the outstanding La Escalerona.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Gijon is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Spain, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Gijon's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Gijon. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Restaurante El Cencerro, one of the most recommended restaurants in Gijon. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 924 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Los Pisones. Around 1,202 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 701 customers, Que no te lo cuenten Gastrobar is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Spain. One of the best bars in the city is Zio Pig, Italian Delicatessen. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Gijon, we recommend the cocktails at BAR ZEPHYR - Dogtown Coffee - GIJON. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 612 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Gijon is El Andén. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 359 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Gijon. Toast to another amazing day in Spain!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Spain, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Gijon. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Gijon!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Mirador de La Providencia. This outstanding park and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 3,537 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Mirador de La Providencia is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Monumento a la Madre del Emigrante. Approximately 2,545 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing palace, Revillagigedo Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,324 visitors.

The top-rated Las Letronas, an outstanding park, is one place you should visit while in Gijon considering its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,615 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Museo Ferrocarril. This popular site is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by around 3,428 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Spain. Check out all the tours Gijon offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Spain can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Gijon.

BIOPARC Acuario de Gijón offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Gijon is the popular Tierras Gallegas. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,022 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Restaurante Sidrería El Llavianu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,446 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Honky Tonk Gijón. One of the best bars in the city, Honky Tonk Gijón has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 153 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Lugar del Vino Gijón is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 113 bar-goers.

Restaurante Savannah is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Gijon. Restaurante Savannah has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,544 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Gijon. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Spain!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Spain is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Gijon. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Spain.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Spain, the popular Paseo Muro de San Lorenzo is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Gijon.

Before leaving Gijon, fill yourself with delicious food from Restaurante El Mirador de la Playa for a final memorable meal to cap your weekend getaway in Spain. This popular restaurant offers a whole menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,778 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Spain and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Spain!