In Northern Spain is the city of Oviedo, the capital of the Principality of Asturias and a medieval town with modern features that make it a great spot to discover the Asturian identity. Discover this city founded in the IX century, a great place to learn about pre-Roman art, visit an imposing historic center, enjoy stunning views and landscapes and taste the fabulous gastronomy of the north of Spain. Fall in love with the palaces, museums, plazas, theaters, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites worth visiting. The heart of the city has plenty of things to do and enjoy around its historical buildings and fantastic restaurants waiting for you. Also, walk through its urban parks and disconnect from the city in the many paths and fountains you will find. Oviedo is a must-visit place in northern Spain with plenty to discover in one of the best cities to have an excellent holiday in this beautiful country.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Discover the heart of the historic center of Oviedo and find a luxury stay where you can walk to the city’s top landmarks. We recommend staying close to Calle Santa Ana, a street near the Plaza de la Catedral where you can discover the beautiful historic center of Oviedo.
- Enjoy the best shopping area of the city by staying in Calle Dr. Casal, a street where you can find great options of stores and restaurants close to your stay.
- Stay close to the city’s cultural places and enjoy Oviedo’s theaters, museums, and local markets. We recommend Plaza de Riego for an excellent cultural stay in the city’s heart.
- Have a great time with your family in Oviedo. We recommend staying near Calle Rosal, a family-friendly area close to the historic center and with all the amenities you need for an excellent stay.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Oviedo, Spain, in 4 categories:
- Luxury stays in the historic center:
- Shopping areas in Oviedo:
- Cultural areas for accommodations
- Family-friendly stays:
From a farm to a city. – What to know before visiting
Oviedo is a unique city with a unique history that make up the city’s identity. This Asturian capital is located north of Spain in a fertile area known for its natural landscape and proximity to the coast and rivers. Monks founded the city as a monastic farming zone with the command of King Fruela for the construction of a palace and church in 761 CE in an inhabited place at a crossroads that connected the north and the south. The city soon started to grow as it became the capital of the Kingdom of Asturias, and the development and popularity of the Way of Santiago, a pilgrimage to the church where the remnants of the apostle Santiago rest in the western city of Santiago de Compostela that passes through Oviedo.
The city saw the development of the best examples of architecture in Spain, such as the pre-Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Discover the beautiful historic center of Oviedo, a walkable place with plenty of plazas, and witness over a thousand years of history hidden on its walls and paths. Visit the main religious buildings of the city, such as the San Vicente Monastery, constructed in the foundation of the town, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador of Oviedo, from the XVI century and an essential spot for the pilgrimage of the Way of Santiago, and where the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cámara Santa, where several religious relics are stored.
This historical cathedral is within the Plaza Alfonso II el Casto also known as Plaza de la Catedral. Here you can discover many of the prominent historical landmarks and cultural spots of the city, such as the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias, where you can enjoy Spanish, Italian, and Flemish fine art from different periods, or Palacio de Valdecarzana-Heredia, a former Baroque palace from the XVII century nowadays part of the governance of the city.
Today Oviedo is the neuralgic center of Asturias. A great place to discover the region’s culture, with public art displays on many streets, museums, parks, plazas, and impressive theaters where you can enjoy the many expressions of art in the city. One of these fantastic cultural places is the Auditorio – Palacio de Congresos Príncipe Felipe, where you can enjoy the Symphonic Orchestra of the Principality of Asturias and the Princess of Asturias Awards to notable achievements in the sciences, humanities, and public affairs.
Oviedo is a great city to discover and enjoy while visiting one of Spain’s best spots with the highest standards of living. Have a fantastic experience exploring what Oviedo offers and have a good time in this northern city.
Luxury accommodations close to the Plaza de la Catedral.
Oviedo is an excellent spot to discover the north of Span and one of the counties with the highest standards of living. Discover its unique identity and beautiful sights by looking for a luxury stay in the city’s heart. We recommend staying close to Calle Santa Ana, a street near the Plaza de la Catedral where you can discover the beautiful historic center of Oviedo.
From this street, you can access many historical places from the city center of Oviedo, such as the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador of Oviedo in Plaza de la Catedral, where you can discover one of the most important churches in the Way of Santiago and the Primitive Route of this pilgrimage, with a unique mix of Gothic and Baroque styles from the XVI century. A splendid palace to discover the history of the city’s foundation and religious beliefs, just 120 m from your accommodation. In this Plaza, you can find the old town of Oviedo with its beautiful architecture, restaurants, cafes, and unique buildings surrounding the Plaza and its streets.
Close to your accommodation, you will find great museums and unique buildings to visit, such as the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias and the Palacio de Velarde in Calle Santa Ana, where you can enjoy European art exhibitions from the middle ages to the XX century, just a few steps from your accommodation. Also, visit the art gallery of MUFA BY DECIVERSA in Calle San Antonio, a spot to discover modern art and unique details of each work, 83 m from your stay.
Enjoy the excellent Asturian gastronomy close to your stay and delicious traditional Spanish seafood dishes at La Mar del Medio in Calle Mon, 97 m from your stay. Have plenty of options for brunch and dinner in the Floridita in Plaza Trascorrales, 160 m from your place. End your day with a delicious cocktail, beer, or wine in Per Se Café in Calle Canóniga, in a beautiful spot with a terrace 170 m from your lodging.
Discover the heart of the historic center of Oviedo and find a luxury stay close to Calle Santa Ana.
Discovering the Best areas for shopping in Oviedo.
Oviedo is synonymous with quality commerce. Therefore, you can find great spots to enjoy excellent shopping close to the city center. We recommend staying close to Calle Dr. Casal, a street located in the shopping area of the city center. In addition, you will be close to the city’scity’s main shopping street, the Calle Uría. With a length of 900 m, this street is the main area for shopping and unique architecture in Oviedo, constructed in the XIX century to connect the center of the city and the train station.
Close to your stay, you will find hair salons, furniture stores, pharmacies, banks, and the leading brands of clothing and shoes from Spain and from all around the world, and shopping malls such as El Corte Inglés in Calle Uría, at120 m from your stay or Salesas Shopping Mall in Calle Nueve de Mayo, 160 m from your accommodation.
The area also offers chic restaurants and cafes, such as Lopita & Co. in Calle Melquiades Álvarez, where you can enjoy great coffee accompanied by delicious baked products and desserts in a stylish place 84 m from your stay. Enjoy the Italian dishes and menus of Truli in Calle Dr. Casal, a few steps away from your accommodation, or enjoy the Spanish words with great presentations and flavors in the highly-rated Restaurante Esnalar in Calle Campoamor.
Also, in this area, you will find unique architectural landmarks of the city, such as the Oviedo Train station at the end of Calle Uría and 400 m from your stay. Furthermore, discover the beauties of the Calle Uría, such as the art deco of La Casa Blanca, a building from 1932 with a facade made of white marble 150 m from your accommodation, or the neo-Baroque from 1917 of the Casas del Cuitu, just 250 m from your stay. Finally, don’t forget to visit the beautiful Basílica de San Juan el Real, a church from 1915 with beautiful Neo-Romanesque architecture in front of your accommodation.
Enjoy the best shopping area of the city by staying in Calle Dr. Casal, a street where you can find great options of stores and restaurants close to your stay.
Cultural area to stay in Oviedo.
Enjoy the vast offer of culture in the city, staying in an area with everything within a short distance. We recommend Plaza de Riego for an excellent cultural stay in the city’s heart. This small Plaza is full of bookshops, restaurants, and cafes. Moreover, it is a superb spot to start enjoying the culture of Oviedo due to its closeness to the city landmarks, such as the University of Oviedo in Calle San Francisco, which opened in the XVI century and is considered one of the best universities of Spain, at 170 m from your stay.
You will be close to the city’s main theater, the Teatro Campoamor in Calle Pelayo. Discover here the home of the Oviedo Opera, another favorite venue of the Symphonic Orchestra of the Principality of Asturias, and an excellent year-round programming of shows and plays, 350 m from your stay. Also close to this area is the Teatro Filarmónica in Calle Mendizábal, the perfect spot to enjoy the Oviedo Philharmonic Orchestra, at 100 m from your accommodation.
Visit the Plaza de la Catedral, where you can discover the day-to-day life in Oviedo in the heart of the historical center at 240 m from your stay and surrounded by landmarks of the city, such as the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador of Oviedo. Then, visit the museums close to your accommodation, such as the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias, and discover the unique collections and temporary exhibitions in this historical building in Calle Santa Ana, at a 3-minute walk from your stay or learn about the history of Oviedo and Asturias in the Archaeological Museum of Asturias in Calle San Vicente, in a former Romanesque-style monastery, 400 m from your lodging in Plaza de Riego.
Explore the food culture of Oviedo 160 m from your stay by visiting Plaza de El Fontán, a vibrant plaza surrounded by great restaurants, bars, and the XIX century market of Mercado El Fontán, where you can enjoy the best fresh local products and unique regional delicacies. Visit the restaurant options near this area, such as Casa Ramón and try the local dishes on a beautiful terrasse, or have a coffee at Prida Oviedo and enjoy the views of Calle Fierro and the Plaza de El Fontán.
Have a great family time in Oviedo.
Have a great time with your family in Oviedo. This city is a great family-friendly place where you can find great spots to visit. We recommend staying near Calle Rosal, a good area close to the historic center and with all the amenities you need for an excellent stay.
- In this area, you will be near the biggest park in the city where you and your family can relax and enjoy a day close to nature. Visit San Francisco Park and discover the beautiful urban green area, with paths, a library, a pond with peacocks, and playgrounds, just 350 m from your accommodation.
- Also close is the Auditorio – Palacio de Congresos Príncipe Felipe in Plaza del Fresno, where you and your family can enjoy a concert of any of the great musical institutions of the city, such as Symphonic Orchestra of the Principality of Asturias, just 450 m from your stay. In this plaza, you can visit the Saint Francis of Assisi Church or have fun at the playground of Parque infantil Plaza del Fresno.
- From here, you will be within a short distance from the historic center of Oviedo, just a 5-minute walk from Plaza de la Catedral, and an 8-minute walk from Calle Uría, the main shopping area of the city.
- Find near yous accommodation good options for grocery shopping at walkable distances, such as Alimerka Supermarket in Calle Rosal, a few steps from your accommodation, or the natural goods store Camponorte, in Calle Martínez Marina, 60 m from your stay. Plan with your family a visit to the Mercado El Fontán in Plaza de El Fontán, and discover a great spot to learn about the local products and taste the local specialties of Oviedo and Asturias, 160 m from your family lodging.
- You will have pharmacies and health centers near this area, like Cristina Ordiales Pharmacy in Calle Cabo Noval, a few steps away from your place, or Paulino Prieto Health Center in Calle Martínez Marina, 110 m from your accommodation.
- Enjoy with your family the restaurants nearby your lodging. Visit the pizza shop of Don Colosseo Pizza in Calle Martínez Marina and taste a delicious Italian dinner just 70 m from your stay, or try the Asturian traditions in the Ca Lin Restaurante in Calle Santa Susana, 270 m from your family accommodation in Calle Rosal.
Discover the city of Oviedo with your family in one of the best areas to explore the city with all the amenities and exciting places at a short distance from your accommodation by staying in Calle Rosal.
