Avilés, located on the Avilés Estuary in northern Spain, is one of the three main cities in the Principality of Asturias, alongside Oviedo and Gijón. This industrial yet culturally rich town sits on the flattest land in the municipality, partially reclaimed from the sea and surrounded by small promontories under 140 meters in altitude. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers, Avilés offers a strategic base near the national seaport and popular beaches like Salinas. The city is compact and walkable, featuring significant landmarks such as the Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury and world-class cultural venues including the Teatro Palacio Valdés and the striking Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre. Its central location on the Asturian coast makes it an excellent hub for exploring the region.
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Stay in the historic old town or near the estuary for easy access to key sites like the Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury and the Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre. The flat terrain makes walking effortless, and the central location provides convenient links to the port and nearby beaches.
Avilés is highly walkable due to its flat topography. While specific airport transfer times are not detailed, the city is well-connected to major regional hubs like Gijón and Oviedo. Local transport options allow quick access to the national seaport, cultural centers, and nearby coastal attractions like Salinas beach.
Enhance your stay by visiting the Teatro Palacio Valdés and the Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre. These architectural gems offer a glimpse into the city's vibrant cultural scene, providing entertainment and inspiration right in the heart of Avilés.
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Looking to have lunch or dinner overlooking the Bay of Biscay? You will struggle to find a better place, as this restaurant has its foundations on the very sand of the beach and has lots of tables with views, some overlooking the Philippe Cousteau Anchor Museum.Isaac Loya has been able to put his father and grandfather’s wise advice into practice, so he has made fish and seafood from the Bay of Biscay the cornerstone of his cuisine. There are two lines of work: one that pays homage to the classic, simple and respectful elaborations with the product, and another that seeks a more complex culina
WebsiteWhen the word “prestigious” is mentioned, thoughts immediately turn to restaurants such as this one, which first opened in 1882 and has been run by five generations of the same family and continues to showcase authentic Asturian cuisine. Chef Marcos Morán now holds the reins here, in tandem with his father Pedro, with whom he has achieved a perfect symbiosis that is reflected in the balance between innovation and tradition. Choose between the modern-influenced à la carte, which includes a section dedicated to time-honoured recipes, and appetising tasting menus (Clásicos, Degustación 1882 and G
WebsiteA restaurant in a stunning location, 20m above ground level in the tower of the emblematic Centro Niemeyer, with its superb views of the town. Taking its name from the Japanese word for “dream”, Yume provides chef Adrián San Julián with a platform to showcase his philosophy of sustainability and zero waste, hence the desire to use just one ingredient (such as onion, cauliflower, spinach, celeriac, cat shark etc) presented in many different ways in the same dish, at the same time exploring its different stages of preparation and intensity of flavours based around strong technique. The cuisine h
WebsiteA family-run restaurant that will appeal to guests thanks to its contemporary decor with touches of Art Deco, and its cuisine, which is traditional but with a few enticing modern touches that clearly demonstrate that the son, Alejandro Villa, has taken over the reins in the kitchen. The à la carte, which features classic dishes such as sirloin steak tartare and tripe stew with chorizo and ham, is complemented by an impressive array of market-inspired suggestions (fish sourced from local auctions plays a prominent role here) and a tasting menu that changes almost daily. If the weather is fine,
WebsiteLocated beneath the arches of a residential building, Arraigo features a spacious private bar by the entrance where you can enjoy a drink before heading to your table. Chef Ángel Martínez de Marigorta brings Asturian traditions up to date through dishes that are lightly textured and meticulously presented, with a primary focus on flavour. The à la carte, harbouring dishes such as crab balls and broth, chicken with rice, and pigeon with spinach, is complemented by two tasting menus: Raíces and Arraigo.
WebsiteLocated inside the boutique hotel of the same name, this is one of those family-run restaurants where it feels like time does not pass. And it’s no wonder, it’s one of those places where the sea is brought right to your table! It offers a fairly extensive à la carte, with various specialities from the Asturian recipe book and, above all, the best local fish and seafood local seafood (baby squid, hake, monkfish, virrey...). Fun fact: They have their own boat, called ‘La Felisina’, which goes out to fish daily from the port of Cudillero so that diners can enjoy the freshest products.
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