Do you want to know all the options we offer you? Discover our wide range of activities in Oviedo!
The city adored by Woody Allen, which is home to some of the best preserved pre-Romanesque jewels of our days and which brings together numerous cider bars in its Cider Boulevard, is waiting for you with open arms.
Thanks to our activities, Oviedo and its surroundings are just a stone's throw away. You will be able to spend a few days getting to know the customs and the atmosphere that the Asturian capital has up its sleeve, between gastronomic discovery, outdoor plans and disconnection.
Strolling through Oviedo among statues, pre-Romanesque art and references to Clarín
Strolling through Oviedo is to soak up the history of an elegant, historic and essential city on the Asturian map. Discover it through one of the various free tours in Oviedo that are a very good option, because an expert guide will lead you through its monuments while telling you about the customs of the place.
In Oviedo, there are numerous statues scattered throughout the city center, the old town, as well as the streets and squares with more atmosphere. You will find more than 100 statues and works of the most famous sculptors, including the names of Botero and Úrculo. Finding them and discovering them is one of the ideal activities for children in Oviedo.
Beyond the free tours, which will show you the most important points in an outdoor walk, guided tours in Oviedo will bring you closer to the history of specific monuments in detail, such as the Cathedral of Oviedo.
Knowing the Holy Chamber, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is one of the best cultural activities in Oviedo, as it is the oldest and most emblematic building of the Cathedral. It is of pre-Romanesque style and its origin is in a temple erected by King Fruela, back in the eighth century.
In front of this essential monument we find one of the most representative statues of Oviedo, the Regenta, which pays homage to Clarín's novel, from which Vetusta still draws its inspiration. What is considered the masterpiece of Spanish realist literature is a symbol of pride for all Oviedo's inhabitants.
Beyond this square, with a walking tour you can walk through the Old Town, cross Cimadevilla Street, marvel at the architecture and stroll through squares such as Fontán or Trascorrales.
And, of course, there is no visit to Oviedo that does not include a visit to the Asturian pre-Romanesque that can be found in the city. These architectural works have become one of the favorite cultural activities in Oviedo for visitors.
Of the 14 samples that there are in Asturias, Oviedo has six representative samples that UNESCO could not miss. They hold the title of World Heritage and you can find them walking around the city and its surroundings:
- Santa María del Naranco
- San Miguel de Lillo
- San Julián de los Prados
- Santa Cristina de Lena
- Holy Chamber of the Cathedral of San Salvador
- The fountain of Foncalada
Venue of some important international awards
The capital of the Principality also stands out for hosting, every year in September, the celebration of the Princess of Asturias Awards, which are given to international personalities in different fields of specialization: Arts, Social Sciences, Literature, Concord, Sports, International Cooperation, Communication and Humanities, and Scientific and Technical Research.
Thanks to them, both the Royal Family and the award winners visit the city and enjoy the activities in Oviedo that are organized for several weeks. To know the details of this famous event, the value it means for the city, and the place where it is held, the Campoamor Theater, our tours are super convenient.
Not only for getting close to this place, but also for visiting the surroundings and knowing the activities near Oviedo that you can do on your way through the city.
Experience the richness of Asturias with a tour from Oviedo
Located in the center of the map of the autonomous community, the city is a strategic point to know the richness of the region with one of our excursions from Oviedo.
Asturias is a land of contrasts, nature, seafaring tradition and inland customs; to know its richness, there is no better tool than a getaway of several hours, and if they are organized, what better?
Some of the most beautiful villages in Spain are in the west and, if you have been to Cudillero, you know what we are talking about. Combine it with Luarca, another small fishing village where tradition is breathed in every street.
Another option is to follow in the wake of the Indianos in eastern Asturias, in destinations such as Ribadesella, Llanes and Colombres.
And, the jewel in the crown, a practically obligatory destination to visit with an excursion from Oviedo, are the Lakes
