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Free Tour of the old town of Gijón

Duration: 2h and 15min
Languages: English
Guru: Thomas
Quality Verified Registered on May 26, 2022

Originally a translator by trade, my passion for history and culture made me decide to widen my skills and become a tour guide. I am passionate about Asturias, about its history, people and traditions and I now want to show people from around the world my little piece of the “natural paradise” that is Asturias.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover the beautiful coastal city of Gijón on this walking tour where you will learn about the origins of the city, its history, how the city has changed into the modern city we see today and discover some of its former inhabitants. 

We'll start at "stairs No. 3" to the San Lorenzo beach and delve into the historic neighbourhood of Cimavilla. We will talk about its Roman heritage, its cathedral of the sea (the Church of San Pedro), get to know more about one of its most illustrious former inhabitants (Jovellanos), visit the place where the neighbours would go to wash their clothes and go up the Cerro de Santa Catalina where we will talk about one of the symbols of the city. We will then go to the old docks, pass by the Marquis' square and finish at the city hall. 

The whole walking tour usually takes 2 to 2 and a half hours.

I recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    P.º del Muro de San Lorenzo, 33201, 3...
    P.º del Muro de San Lorenzo, 33201, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
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    I will be wearing a black backpack stood close to the stairs to the beach.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Escalera 3 de la Playa de San Lorenzo
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Campo Valdés
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Jovellanos Square
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Plaza Journalist Arturo Arias
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Santa Catalina Hill
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Cholo Hill
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Marquis Square
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Main Square of Gijón

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 7 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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