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Shopping Center (Av. Meritxell)
hotelsMain shopping street with duty-free stores. Electronics, perfumes, alcohol, tobacco at tax-free prices. Reason most visitors come. Busy with day-trippers from Spain/France.
Old Town (Barri Antic)
hotelsHistoric quarter with stone buildings, narrow streets, Casa de la Vall (old parliament). More charming than shopping areas. Sant Esteve church. Quiet and picturesque.
Caldea Spa Area
hotelsEurope's largest thermal spa center. Futuristic glass building. Hot springs, pools, treatments. Perfect after skiing. Open late. Main evening activity in Andorra.
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Direct buses from Barcelona (3h), Barcelona Airport, and Toulouse (3h). No trains reach Andorra. Can also drive - scenic mountain roads. Many fly to Barcelona and take bus same day.
Yes, 15-30% cheaper on electronics, perfumes, alcohol, tobacco vs France/Spain. No VAT. Compare prices before - some items match Amazon. Limits on what you can take back (1.5L alcohol, 300 cigarettes for EU residents).
No! Not EU or Schengen member, but uses Euro. Border controls exist (usually quick check). Special customs limits when leaving. Co-princes are French President and Spanish Bishop - unique arrangement!
Excellent! Grandvalira is largest ski area in Pyrenees. More affordable than Alps. Season December-April. Good snow, modern lifts. Combine shopping + skiing for perfect trip.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Andorra la Vella
Duty-free shopping is main attraction - electronics, perfume, alcohol 15-30% cheaper. Check prices beforehand to know real deals. Keep receipts for customs when leaving.
Visit Caldea thermal spa - Europe's largest. Perfect after skiing or shopping. Open until 22:00. Book ahead in winter ski season. About €35-45 for 3 hours.
Don't miss Barri Antic (old town) - most visitors only see shopping street. Historic Casa de la Vall, stone buildings, quieter atmosphere. Free to explore.
Book Barcelona-Andorra bus in advance for ski season. Andorra Bus Direct and ALSA operate routes. About €35 one way, 3 hours.
Weather
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Budget meal
10 - 18 €
~14.0 $
Mid-range
25 - 50 €
~37.5 $
Fine dining
60 - 120 €
~90.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
5 - 10 €
~7.5 $
Drinks
Coffee
2 - 4 €
~3.0 $
Local beer
3 - 5 €
~4.0 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
1 - 2 €
~1.5 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
25 - 40 € / night
~32.5 $
Guesthouse
50 - 80 € / night
~65.0 $
Hotel 3★
90 - 150 € / night
~120 $
Hotel 5★
180 - 350 € / night
~265 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Cash widely accepted at shops, restaurants, hotels. Some small shops cash-only. Contactless payments common. Advisable to carry cash for smaller purchases and remote areas.
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Banks offer best exchange rates (open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm). Foreign Exchange Bureaus available. ATMs offer good rates (check international withdrawal fees). Avoid airport exchange. Visa, MasterCard, American Express accepted widely.
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10%
10% appreciated in restaurants. Not mandatory. Round up for exceptional service.
Safety
High safety level
Tourist area with low crime rate
Andorra la Vella is extremely safe. Almost no crime. Mountain microstate between France and Spain. Very peaceful and orderly. Safe at any time.
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
