Distrito Rural Este Travel Guide

Gijon
Museum of the Asturian People showing modern architecture
Not far from downtown Gijón is an area offering places of natural beauty and a range of cultural attractions, including a “City of Culture” contained in one monumental building.

Museums, parks and cultural landmarks can all be found in the Distrito Rural Este (Rural Eastern District) of Gijón. Wander at ease through the forests and fields of the Jardin Botánico Atlántico. Visit the Museum of the Asturian People and the Evaristo Valle Museum, and head to the unique Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura to explore a unique cultural institution housed in a grand, historical building.

Take your time to explore the 15 hectares (37 acres) of greenery in the Jardín Botánico Atlántico. This expansive botanic garden presents its 15,000 trees and plants in four different areas, each of which is dedicated to a theme. Start in the local Cantabrian section before exploring the cultivated plants and the landscaped water garden, finishing your tour with a walking trail through the six varied ecosystems of the Atlantic.

Nature lovers will also enjoy a trip to the Parque de Isabel La Católica, a large urban park with numerous flowerbeds and ponds. Stroll slowly down the central rose garden, designed in the French style, and look for the resident peacocks.

For a taste of history, head to the Museum of the Asturian People, which was founded in 1968 with a view to conserving the cultures and traditions of the proud Asturias region. Explore a whole exhibit devoted to the bagpipes of the world, with an emphasis on the local variety, and wander around the open-air space of traditional dwellings, grain stores and agricultural tools.

Delve into the past at the Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura, a unique cultural institution that hosts a wide range of exhibits and shows within a converted labor university built in the middle of last century. Appreciate the impressive geometric designs of the center, which incorporates a grand oval-shaped church, a tall, stone watchtower and a contemporary art space.

Afterwards, pay a visit to the Evaristo Valle Museum. This landmark, dedicated to the Gijón artist Evaristo Valle, contains a museum of his paintings and artwork surrounded by splendid historical gardens.

Distrito Rural Este is just a couple of miles (3 kilometers) east of downtown Gijón. It is accessible via a short bus ride from the Gijón train station.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Distrito Rural Este

Oca Palacio de la Llorea Hotel & Spa
Oca Palacio de la Llorea Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Ctra. Villaviciosa-Canero 6780, Campo de Golf La Llorea, Gijon
The price is ₹4,642 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
₹4,642
₹5,107 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions San Lorenzo Beach and LABoral: Center of Art ...
8/10 Very Good! (118 reviews)
My stay at the Oca Hotel Llarea
"We stayed 4 nights in the hotel. All the staff were helpful and friendly. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bathrooms were also clean and modern. We had the option of keeping the same towels for the length of our stay, which we did.The breakfast buffet had both hot and cold food with plenty ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2024

Oca Palacio de la Llorea Hotel & Spa
NH Gijón
NH Gijón
4 out of 5
Paseo Doctor Fleming, 71, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ₹5,821 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹5,821
₹6,403 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions San Lorenzo Beach and Isabel la Católica ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (255 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2024

NH Gijón
Abba Playa Gijon Hotel
Abba Playa Gijon Hotel
4 out of 5
Paseo del Doctor Fleming, 37, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ₹6,362 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹6,362
₹6,997 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Lorenzo Beach and Isabel ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful, the breakfast was delicious"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

Abba Playa Gijon Hotel
Begoña Park
Begoña Park
4 out of 5
Ctra. de la Providencia, 566, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ₹6,377 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
₹6,377
₹7,015 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions San Lorenzo Beach and Rinconin Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2024

Begoña Park
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
4 out of 5
Plaza de los Ferroviarios, 1, Oviedo, Asturias
The price is ₹6,174 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
₹6,174
₹6,792 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Oviedo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Calle Uria and Astur Paintball ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
"The bed's matrixes were in bad conditions"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2024

AC Hotel Oviedo Fórum by Marriott
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
4 out of 5
C/ Bohemia, 1, Gijon, Asturias
The price is ₹5,442 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹5,442
₹5,987 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Gijon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (456 reviews)
Comfortable Room, Secure Parking
"The room was comfortable enough, not much of a view and not a whole lot going on in the surrounding neighborhood. Close to the train station, and a nice multi-use path runs just past the hotel and down to the waterfront. I appreciated the secure underground parking. Breakfast was decent."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024

Hotel Silken Ciudad Gijon
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Other neighbourhoods around Distrito Rural Este

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Caldones

While Caldones may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Laboral City of Culture and El Molinon.

Caldones
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Urb. Playa del Arbeyal

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Urb. Playa del Arbeyal and surrounding area, you can visit El Molinon and Museum of the Asturian People.

Urb. Playa del Arbeyal
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Las Mestas

When in Las Mestas, you can plan a visit to El Molinon and Museum of the Asturian People, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Las Mestas
Museum of the Asturian People which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people

El Pisón

If you're spending some time in El Pisón, San Lorenzo Beach and Bay of Biscay are top sights worth seeing.

El Pisón
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Distrito Llano

Travellers like the shopping in Distrito Llano, and Los Fresnos Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Distrito Llano

Distrito Sur

Beaches and restaurants are some things travellers note about Distrito Sur. Check out Aquarium of Gijon or Casino de Asturias while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Distrito Sur

Distrito Rural Este Travel Guide