Top Rated Attractions in Avilés

Teatro Palacio Valdés dates back to 1902 and since then has been considered one of the primer venues for the performing arts. Since its inception, this has been the venue for numerous, legendary performances. With Italian style architecture and an interior resembling a coliseum, this theater also has fantastic acoustics.

This theatre was built at the end of the 19th century to meet the cultural needs of the local middle-classes. It's a plain and sober design with Tuscan pillars on the ground floor. It has a great reputation within Spain for it's program of grand seasonal productions with occasional one-off productions. During the year there's an opera season, a theatre season, the Festival de la Zarzuela (Spanish light opera), a folk contest, international piano events, concerts and other musical performances. Tickets for the Zarzuela cost from 4000 ptas. The prestigious Premios Principe de Asturias prizes are presented at this theatre every year. The auditorium seats 1440. Opening hours vary according to the event.

El Molinón boasts of being a well renowned and the oldest football stadium in Spain with a capacity of a whopping 30,000. The stadium is the official home ground of the local team Sporting de Gijón and has held many international tournaments including the FIFA World Cup in 1982.

Auditorio Palacio de Congresos Príncipe Felipe opened in 1999 and has quickly become very busy holding all kinds of conferences and meetings including independent, state and international conventions. The maximum capacity is for 3200 people and the multi-functional auditorium measures 193750 square feet (18000 square meters) in total. The facilities include conference rooms (the main one seats 1640), a multi-purpose room, a room for relaxing, an exhibition room, a Chamber Music room and a large entrance hallway that is also used for exhibitions. There are dressing rooms, translation booths, practice rooms, a stage and a café-restaurant with a terrace which is highly recommended due to its spacious setting. The musical concerts held here have a good reputation and patrons flock here to enjoy at the venue.

Estadio Carlos Tartiere, also known as Nuevo Carlos Tartiere, is a premier stadium in the city of Oviedo. This stadium has a history dating back to 1930s. On the occasion of FIFA World Cup, it has seen many modern changes. Latest amenities like training and fitness room, cafe, food stalls, office, clinic, ticket counters and comfortable seating have been installed over the years. In addition to football matches, local and international musical concerts too are held here. Contact them for more information on the current events being hosted here.

At the mere sight of Teatro Jovellanos, you can expect extra ordinary events. And spectacular shows are what you get to see at this theater. From festivals to live music, there is lot of entertainment here. This theater is huge and holds hundreds of spectators in the audience. Please check the website or contact the theater for the current shows lined up here.