Cruises to Gijon, Spain

landscape of the San Lorenzo beach in Gijon, Asturias, Spain. umbrellas folded in sand

Asturian Cider. Historic Mines.

Set on the mountainous northern coast of Spain, Gijón is on the road less traveled. In addition to its beaches, it boasts uniquely themed museums, parks, seafront strolls and cultural attractions. Cimadevilla, the oldest part of town, offers picturesque cobblestone streets and the ruins of an old Roman settlement. The Asturian capital of Oviedo, rich in architectural sites, is only 12 miles away and home to the beautiful cathedral of San Salvador, a World Heritage Site.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Gijon

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Horizontal view of a facade with blue windows and a lot of flowers in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. Facade with flowers.

Colourful buildings of Gijon.

La Laboral public City of Culture.

Eulogy of the Horizon by Eduardo Chillida.

Aerial view of Neo-Herrerian building of Universidad Laboral de Gijon

Colorful building facades in Asturias Aviles Spain at sunset

Be transported in Asturias Aviles.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

San Pedro church and San Lorenzo beach, Gijon, Asturias, Spain

Famous For

Situated on the northeast coast of Spain, Gijón provides a sun-soaked balance of impressive ancient and medieval historic sites and a modern beach resort atmosphere.

Fresh goose neck barnacles also known as portuguese percebes served with lemon and white wine for lunch in restaurant.

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try fabada asturiana, a hearty bean stew, and sidra, the local cider. Don't miss out on freshly caught seafood, especially percebes.

Looking along San Lorenzo's beach towards the peninsula of Santa Catalina at Gijon in Asturias, Spain.

Fun Facts

Playa de San Lorenzo is considered one of northern Spain’s most beautiful beaches where you can enjoy a walk along the boardwalk or recline on the warm golden sands.

Port Name & Location

Port of Gijón, Spain
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The official language is Spanish. Say hello in Spanish: "Hola!"

Time Zone

Central European Time CET
UTC/GMT +2 hours

Currency & Shopping

The Euro (EUR) is the local currency used for shopping in Gijon.
The city offers a range of boutique shops dotting its streets that are ideal for a morning or afternoon stroll.

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Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

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