Oviedo, Spain

Oviedo

Asturias's elegant capital, with pre-Romanesque churches and cider bars.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Oviedo

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the cathedral and the pre-Romanesque church of Santa María del Naranco.
  2. AfternoonWalk the old town and the Fontán market.
  3. EveningHave cider on the Calle Gascona, the 'cider boulevard'.

Day 2

Visit the coast of Cudillero or Gijón.

What to eat

Fabada asturiana and Asturian cider poured from a height.

Local tips

Make the most of Oviedo

Beat the crowds

Oviedo is calm and very clean. The old town is liveliest on weekend evenings.

Best photo spot

The pre-Romanesque churches of Santa María del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo on the hill above the city.

Getting there

Trains and buses connect with the rest of Asturias and Madrid. The centre is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Picos de Europa mountains and the coast around Llanes, about an hour away.

Good to know

Try Asturian cider, poured from high above the glass to bring out the bubbles. Look for the many statues in the streets, including Woody Allen.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Oviedo

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Plan your visit

Getting to Oviedo

Getting there

  • Asturias Airport (OVD)25 km away
  • León90 km away
  • Burgos210 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Oviedo: good to know

Is Oviedo worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Asturias's elegant capital, with pre-Romanesque churches and cider bars.

How many days do you need in Oviedo?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Oviedo?

You can visit all year. Oviedo is calm and very clean. The old town is liveliest on weekend evenings.

How do you get to Oviedo?

The nearest airport is Asturias Airport (OVD), about 25 km away. Trains and buses connect with the rest of Asturias and Madrid. The centre is walkable.

What is there to see near Oviedo?

Nearby hidden places include León (88 km), Playa de las Catedrales (108 km) and Las Médulas (125 km).

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