Gijon is well accessed along the A-66 highway which makes it a comfortable drive from Madrid, amongst other cities in Spain. With a colourful history, it is one of the lesser known significant areas for Spain during the Second World War. The old local pier was extended in the nineteenth century and is now home to a dam. From the nineteen twenties, Gijon rapidly industrialized however it was badly affect by the civil war.

Despite the hard years of industrial restructuring, Gijón managed to keep its industrial character. Its economic activity represents a third of the region's industry. The thriving University metropolis is just one of the interesting features of a tour through Gijon; indeed, the student lifestyle gives Gijon a vibrant and international flavour. The many beautiful public spaces include Santa Catalina Hill which has some wonderful views over the surrounding areas, and the El Arbeyal and Poniente beaches which are some of the most beautiful in the whole of Spain.