Universidad Laboral, monument by monument

Spain's largest building is almost a city in itself: a tower, an elliptical church, a theatre and a contemporary art centre. A tour of the complex, stop by stop.

  • 🕒 1 h 30 – 2 h
  • 📏 ≈ 1 km
  • 📍 5 stops
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Illustrated plan of Gijón's Universidad Laboral with a 5-stop visiting route.
Tap a number on the map to jump to that stop.

  1. The central courtyard

    The largest porticoed square in Spain, the size of St Mark's in Venice. The heart of the complex, where the visit begins.

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  2. The Tower (viewpoint)

    At 130 metres, the tallest tower in Asturias. Take the lift up to the viewpoint for Gijón, the coast and, on clear days, the Picos de Europa.

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  3. The elliptical church

    One of the largest elliptical-plan churches in the world, with a striking dome. A gem of 20th-century architecture.

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  4. The Theatre

    A monumental, classically inspired theatre still in use for concerts and performing arts. Check the programme in case it lines up with your visit.

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  5. LABoral Art Centre

    A centre for art and industrial creation: exhibitions of contemporary art, technology and sound. The building's most contemporary side.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to the Universidad Laboral?

It's about 3 km from the centre, in the Cabueñes district. Direct city bus lines run there; by car, there's plenty of parking nearby.

Is there an entrance fee?

Access to the grounds and courtyard is free. The tower climb and guided tours are ticketed; LABoral Art Centre sets its own prices and hours. Check them before you go.

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