Oviedo Old Town
Oviedo Old Town, traditionally known simply as El Antiguo, preserves the street plan and much of the atmosphere of the historic city. Around the Cathedral, squares, palaces, monasteries, churches and pedestrian streets reveal centuries of history in the capital of Asturias.
Oviedo Old Town
The historic centre largely corresponds to the old medieval town once enclosed by its city wall. Remains of those defences can still be seen at several points in the centre. The walk links the Cathedral area with Cimadevilla, Plaza de la Constitución, El Fontán, Trascorrales, Plaza del Paraguas and the monastic area of San Vicente and San Pelayo.
A walk through Oviedo Old Town
This route offers a continuous walk through some of the most representative places in historic Oviedo. It can also be followed in reverse or divided into several shorter visits.
Cathedral Square
The route begins in front of the Cathedral of San Salvador, the monumental and spiritual heart of historic Oviedo. The square is also home to the sculpture of La Regenta and several notable historic buildings. Nearby are San Tirso el Real and Palacio de la Rúa.
Cathedral of San Salvador · Plaza de Alfonso II el Casto
Corrada del Obispo
Beside the Cathedral lies one of the most distinctive monumental corners of the historic centre. Corrada del Obispo has an intimate atmosphere and leads towards Calle San Vicente, one of the key places for understanding the origins of Oviedo.
San Vicente and San Pelayo
This area contains the former Monastery of San Vicente, now closely associated with the Archaeological Museum of Asturias, and the Monastery of San Pelayo. It is one of the parts of the city that best evokes the religious and monastic character of medieval Oviedo.
Medieval city wall and Calle Paraíso
From San Vicente, continue towards Calle Paraíso, where some of the most visible remains of the old medieval city wall survive. These remains help visitors picture the size of the historic town and the boundary of its urban enclosure for centuries.
Plaza del Paraguas, Calle Mon and Trascorrales
On the way back towards the heart of the Old Town, some of its most characteristic streets and squares appear. Plaza del Paraguas, Calle Mon, Santa Ana and Plaza de Trascorrales form a network of pedestrian spaces, traditional façades, small businesses and corners that invite you to wander away from the main route.
Cimadevilla
For centuries, Calle Cimadevilla was one of the city's main thoroughfares. It leads directly from the Cathedral area to Plaza de la Constitución, and its route preserves the memory of the former southern entrance to the walled town.
Plaza de la Constitución
The main landmark in the square is Oviedo City Hall. Its central section stands on the site of the former Cimadevilla gate. On one side of the square is the Church of San Isidoro el Real.
El Fontán and Daoíz y Velarde
A short walk away is Plaza del Fontán, one of Oviedo's most popular spaces, closely linked to the city's commercial and culinary traditions. The walk continues through Plaza de Daoíz y Velarde, home to the Palacio del Duque del Parque.
Plaza del Fontán
If you are short on time
If you have only one hour to explore the Old Town, these places provide a good introduction to Oviedo's historic centre.
Beyond the medieval walls
The walk can easily be extended to other parts of central Oviedo. From San Vicente it is only a few minutes to Gascona, known for its concentration of cider houses. From El Fontán, you can continue towards Campo de San Francisco and the main shopping area.
Map del casco antiguo de Oviedo
The map shows the central area covered by the route. You can zoom in, move around it and use it as a reference while walking through the historic centre.
Tips para recorrer el casco antiguo
Time: around two hours is enough for a relaxed outdoor walk. If you want to visit the Cathedral, the Holy Chamber, the Museum of Fine Arts or the Archaeological Museum, allow at least half a day.
On foot: walking is the best way to explore this part of Oviedo. Most of the route follows pedestrian streets or roads with very limited traffic.
Footwear: comfortable shoes are recommended, especially for walking over cobbled streets and exploring the squares and narrow lanes at a leisurely pace.
On rainy days: Oviedo can still be enjoyed in wet weather by combining the walk with visits to the Cathedral and museums in the historic centre.