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Private Tour of Gijón

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About this activity

Do you want to know what whaling was like in the Cantabrian? What was the work of the Asturian fishermen at sea or the work of the sardines? Join us on this tour of the cultural memory of the port of Xixon and the seafaring neighborhood of Cimavilla.

Our itinerary will start at Casa Paquet and then head to the headquarters of the old dizzy guild, which would turn Xixon into an important whaling port.

Offshore fishing and the canning industry will take our attention in the vicinity of the old rula (the auction), to talk also about the charismatic sardines. We will continue our itinerary walking through the streets of the seafaring neighborhood of Cimavilla, remembering real characters like La Tarabica, Telvina, Rambal, and navigate their stories of life and work.

The activity includes entrance to the Casa Natal de Jovellanos, whose works relate to the sea and the men and women who forged the character of Barriu Altu.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Ser Asturianu Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–9 years) · Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance to the Casa Natal Museum of Jovellanos
Included: Historian and official guide of Spanish-speaking Asturias (tour is NOT offered in English)

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

We will begin by discovering the whaling and its relationship with one of the most cider areas of Xixon: La Cuesta'l Cholo.
Stop 2

10 min

Sardine, mouth, pulpu! Meet the sardiners and work in the old rula (lunch).
Stop 3

Passing by

We will finish our itinerary through the port of Cimavilla on the spit, a very special place for fishermen.
Museo Casa Natal de Jovellanos

30 min

Through the works of this museum we will discover the world of the sea and the evolution of Xixon Bay throughout recent history.
Stop 5

Passing by

In this square known as El Campu les Monxes take centre stage in the cigarreres and a "mythicu" of Xixon: Rambal.
Playa de San Lorenzo

10 min

In this old fishmonger of 1928, opposite the beach of San Lorenzo, took place one of the funniest episodes of local history starring the fishmongers of the upper neighborhood.
Stop 7

10 min

The time comes to conclude our visit, not before immersing ourselves in the local seafaring culture.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The guide (Denis or Jorge) will be waiting for you in front of Casa Paquet (tourist office). Get the green umbrella!

End point

We will finish in the surroundings of Xixon’s Plaza Mayor an hour and a half later.

Using your ticket

Show this voucher to the guide upon arrival.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is not recommended for travelers with mobility limitations who do not have a wheelchair.