Espacio Portus y CI Cañones Submarinos de Avilés
Former shipyard in San Juan de Nieva turned into a centre on the history of the port of Avilés and the submarine canyons of the Gran Sima; free admission.
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About the museum
The Espacio Portus occupies a former riverside shipyard in San Juan de Nieva, in Avilés, converted into the Interpretation Centre of the Port of Avilés. It aims to make the history of the port known through education and heritage, and is aimed both at local residents and at visitors.
The route follows the evolution of the estuary and the port: from its medieval origins as a salt and fishing port, through the prominence of coal, steel and bulk cargo, to the present day, with sectors such as the wind-power industry and zinc. To complete the visit, two one-hour educational walking itineraries are organised daily along the promenade on the right bank of the estuary, between San Juan de Nieva and the Peña del Caballo.
The same space houses the Interpretation Centre of the Avilés Submarine Canyons, devoted to the Gran Sima de Avilés, one of the most unusual and least known places on the Cantabrian coast. It recreates these canyons with interactive imagery, augmented and virtual reality, holograms and 3D models, in a highly immersive experience.
Highlights
- History of the port of Avilés in a former riverside shipyard
- Centre on the submarine canyons and the Gran Sima de Avilés
- Augmented and virtual reality, holograms and 3D models
- Educational walking itineraries along the estuary (by reservation)
- Free admission
Permanent exhibitions
- Centro de Interpretación del Puerto de Avilés – Exhibition on the evolution of the port and estuary of Avilés, from its origins in salt and fishing to today's industry.
- Cañones Submarinos de Avilés – Immersive recreation of the submarine canyons and the Gran Sima de Avilés, with augmented and virtual reality, holograms and 3D models.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Free admission.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The guided walking itineraries are designed for all audiences, including people with special needs or reduced mobility, by prior booking.
Kids & families
- Family tours & workshops
The educational itineraries are open to families and to educational centres of all levels.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Two one-hour educational walking itineraries daily along the promenade on the right bank of the estuary (San Juan de Nieva – Peña del Caballo), at 11:00 and 17:00; booking required. Aimed at families, associations, educational centres, organised groups and people with special needs. |
