Essentials
- City
- Oviedo, Asturias, Spain
- Population
- 220,000
- Internet Speed
- 600 Mbps - 1 Gbps (Fiber widely available)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Official currency: Euro (€)
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, high quality (sourced from the Aramo mountains)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Yoigo (Available at C.C. Salesas)
- Banking for Expats
- BBVA, Santander, Revolut, N26
- Accommodation
- Idealista, Fotocasa, Airbnb
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and contactless (Apple Pay/Google Pay) accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, Living Asturias
- Budget Accommodation
- HiHome Hostel (Calle de San Bernabé, starting at €25/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Casco Antiguo (Old Town) near the Cathedral
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- El Milán (near University) or La Ería (residential/modern)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Coworking Asturias (Calle de Uría 19, approx. €150/month)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Raw Coco Green Bar (Calle de San Francisco, 12)
- Networking Events
- Asturias Valley (Tech meetups), Cámara de Comercio Oviedo events
- Social Events for Expats
- Language Exchange Oviedo (weekly meetups at local bars like Ca'lula)
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- PideTaxi (Uber/Cabify have very limited presence in Oviedo)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Gijón-Bici available nearby; in Oviedo, local rentals like TuCycle
- Best Beach Nearby
- Playa de San Lorenzo (Gijón), 25 mins by train/bus
- Top Regional Airline
- Volotea (Hub at Asturias Airport OVD)
- Top International Airline
- Vueling, Iberia, Lufthansa
- Highway Access
- Connects to A-66 (Vía de la Plata) and A-64
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Estación de Oviedo (Calle de Uría)
- Public Transport Passes
- CTA (Consorcio de Transportes de Asturias) 'Bono 10' for €9.00
- Regional Travel
- ALSA Bus (excellent regional coverage), RENFE Cercanías
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- HUCA - Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias (Av. Roma)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Sala Oviedo (Calle San Vicente, 10)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Dreamfit Oviedo (C.C. El Vasco, approx. €34/month)
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Autoservicio Speed Queen (Calle de la Lila, 12)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, Just Eat, UberEats
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Fabada Asturiana at El Bodegón de Teatinos
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Manglar (Calle de la Paleontología, 20)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Rialto (Famous for 'Carbayones'), Calle de San Francisco, 12
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercado de El Fontán
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.es, El Corte Inglés
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercadona, Alimerka, Carrefour
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Calle Gascona (The 'Cider Boulevard')
- Local Brewery
- Cerveza Ordum (Local Asturian craft beer)
- Wine Bars
- Vinatería El Recreo (Calle de la Luna)
- Street Food Stalls
- La Ruta del Pincho in the Old Town
- Popular International Cuisine
- Per Se Sushi (Calle de la Lila)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Metropolitan Cathedral of San Salvador
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias
- Historical Sites
- Pre-Romanesque Churches: Santa María del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo
- Religious Sites
- San Tirso El Real, Basilica of San Juan El Real
- Annual Events
- Fiestas de San Mateo (September), Princess of Asturias Awards (October)
- Cultural Districts
- Casco Antiguo
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Campoamor (Home of the Opera)
- Local Markets
- El Fontán Market (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays)
- Music Scene
- La Salvaje (Live indie/rock music)
- Street Art
- Urban statues including 'Mafalda' and 'Woody Allen'
- Cooking Classes
- Escuela de Hostelería de Asturias
- Art Galleries
- Galería Guillermina Caicoya
- Historic Buildings
- Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos (Santiago Calatrava)
- Local Heritage
- Victory Cross (Cruz de la Victoria), symbol of Asturias
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Monte Naranco (hiking trails starting from the city)
- National Parks Nearby
- Picos de Europa National Park (1.5 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Pista Finlandesa (5km trail with city views)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Sagrado Corazón Viewpoint on Monte Naranco
- Birdwatching Locations
- Las Caldas and the Nalon River valley
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Restricted; allowed only during San Juan Festival in designated city zones
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Correos (main office at Calle de Alonso Quintanilla)
- Tech Repair Services
- PCBox Oviedo (Calle de la Lila)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Centro Deportivo Municipal El Cristo
- Language Classes
- Casa de las Lenguas (University of Oviedo)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca de Asturias 'Ramón Pérez de Ayala'
- Community Centers
- C.C. Los Pilares
- Gaming Lounges
- OhMyGame! (eSports bar concept)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino de Asturias (located in nearby Gijón)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €88,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €64,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €126,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €90,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €160,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,400 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €112,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard Spanish rate)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 19% - 26% (Spanish residents)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- Approx. 47% (Varies slightly by autonomous region)
- VAT
- 21% (Standard IVA)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, Spanish 'Transparencia Fiscal Internacional' rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) based on cadastral value
- Property Transaction Tax
- 8% - 10% (ITP) for resale properties in Asturias
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Beckham Law (Fixed 24% rate) or Spanish Digital Nomad Visa tax benefits