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Andorra la Vella

An ancient capital among the mountains

Andorra la Vella, the capital of the Principality of Andorra, offers a dreamlike vacation in a small mountainous country straight out of a fairy tale. Here, you'll discover ski slopes to suit every preference, breathe the cleanest air, and be enchanted by the charm of the old town. To top it off, Andorra la Vella is a duty-free zone, making it a fantastic shopping destination.

Nestled amidst the mountains, Andorra la Vella rightfully claims the title of the highest mountain capital. Emerging from a quaint village, it has retained the delightful essence of mountainous Andorra while seamlessly blending with the rhythms of a modern European capital. It's a unique destination that will beckon you to return time and time again.

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Andorra la Vella has several skiing regions at its disposal, the most popular of which is considered Grandvalira. This is the largest ski station in the Pyrenees, located in the east of the country. At your disposal are more than 200 kilometers of slopes of different difficulty levels, a school and equipment rentals. Three snow parks are waiting for freestyle lovers, where you can train from 9:00 to 21:00.

Grandvalira is suitable for family vacations. There is a ski school for kids and a kindergarten. There are several slopes for young athletes: Mon (T) Magic in the Canillo sector, Imaginarium in the Grau Roig sector and Bababoom Circus in the El Tarter sector.

After enjoying the dizzying descents and returning to Andorra la Vella, take a stroll through the Old Quarter. This was once the site of a village from which the famous resort grew over time. The main attraction of the area is the Casa de la Val building, where the Andorran Parliament used to be based. Now inside there is a hotel and a prison, where only natives of the principality can serve their sentences.

See also the Plaza la Poble, where the Academy of Music and the State Theater are located. Every year in July, a jazz festival is held here.

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Tips for tourists

By buying a Pass Museu for 3.5 EUR, you can visit any three Andorran museums out of 17 existing ones with a 50% discount. The card is valid for one year.

Cab services are based in the central part of Andorra and have a small number of cars, so the waiting time can be an hour and a half.

Any questions regarding your stay at the resort can be directed to the information office located at Plaça de la Rotonda AD500.

Population

22 615

Time zone

UTC+1, in summer UTC+2

Language

Catalan

Currency

EUR

Tours to Andorra la Vella

The capital of tiny, mountainous Andorra meets all notions of a good vacation. In winter, you'll find skiing and snowboarding slopes, in summer you'll find scenic beauty and interesting excursions. And at any time of the year, there's the opportunity for great shopping.

Andorra la Vella is considered a relatively expensive resort. However, this doesn't deter travelers from finding the best hot tours and saving from 100 to 300 EUR. With determination, you can find inexpensive hotels, food, and stores in towns and villages across Andorra.

On average, the cost of a trip to Andorra la Vella ranges from 500-700 EUR in the summer season when many people want to explore the tiny state. In winter, the price can rise to 800-900 EUR.

Consider taking a tour during the off-season to find discounts on everything, including spa treatments at high-end hotels in the capital and its outskirts. Stroll through the narrow streets of the ancient town, capture photos of the ancient churches with pointed spires and the houses nestled on the mountainsides.

You'll witness the opulence of a wealthy European kingdom, attracting visitors from around the world for a great shopping experience, as Andorra offers duty-free trade. Tours in this direction are diverse, and it's best to choose them individually.

However, most people opt for cheap hot trips to Andorra not just for souvenirs or beautiful landscapes but for the winter mountains, where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding from December to April while still experiencing almost spring-like warmth in the valleys.

Interesting places in Andorra la Vella

Even those who don't plan on skiing or snowboarding will find something to do in Andorra la Vella and other cities in the country. There are a number of museums with collections ranging from mountain rocks to retro cars. Shopping enthusiasts will be delighted by the resort's numerous shopping centers where clothes, shoes, and accessories from famous brands are sold. Additionally, there are nightclubs where you can party until the wee hours of the morning with friends.

Tobacco Museum

Located in the building of a former tobacco factory. Here you can see machines and tools of the early twentieth century.

Casa de la Val

The Andorran Parliament used to be located here. It is only possible to get inside as part of a tour group.

La Margineda

At this site, excavations have uncovered traces of Andorra's largest medieval settlement.

Stone Museum

Open-air geologic exhibits include sedimentary, igneous and rock formations.

Les Bons Historic Ensemble

There is a church, a defense tower, two dovecotes and a reservoir carved into the rock.

Museum of Miniatures

The works of Ukrainian Nikolai Syadristy made of gold, paper and other materials are collected here.

Motorcycle Museum

During the tour you will see the best models of motorcycles of all times: from the early twentieth century to the present day.

National Automobile Museum

The collection of 20 cars, 60 motorcycles and hundreds of bicycles is considered the largest in Southern Europe.

Restaurant Borda Estevet

Specializes in local delicacies. Specialties: charcoal-grilled cod and meat.

Can Benet Restaurant

Regulars recommend trying the partridge meat with sour sauce, foie gras or fried snails.

Can Manel Restaurant

An institution with home cooking. Be sure to order pork legs stuffed with mushrooms and shrimps.

Travel budget

Flight ticket prices

Since Andorra doesn't have an airport, it's most convenient to arrive in nearby Barcelona. Flights from a major Eastern European city will take you there in about three and a half hours, with round-trip tickets available for around 300 EUR. Iberia also operates along this route, but tickets may be more expensive, costing more than 500 EUR for a round trip. From another Eastern European city to Barcelona, you can get a direct flight with a major airline, with round-trip costs at about 250 EUR and a travel time of approximately four and a half hours.

The best hotels in Andorra la Vella

Are you looking for affordable accommodation? Check out the 1* lberg la Comella hotel. A place in a room for 8 people will cost you only 18 EUR per night. The cost of accommodation in 3* hotels (Andorra Palace, Annapurna, Bon Repos, Casa Vella and others) is 35-55 EUR per night. Accommodation in 4* and 5* hotels costs from 60 to 1500 EUR per day, depending on the selected room. The best in these categories are Acta Arthotel, Centric Husa, Cervol, Diplomatic, Andorra Park Hotel, Carlton Plaza, Crowne Plaza.

The cost of vacation

The resort is not expensive or cheap - prices for accommodation, meals and ski passes are average by European standards. The easiest way to save on airfare is to choose a route that suits your budget (you can arrive at one of the Spanish and French airports near the border). It is better to book a room in a cheap hotel or a place in a hostel in advance, as in season such offers are in high demand. You can easily find the names of budget restaurants on ski and travel forums.

The budget for a trip to Andorra la Vella
Visa	–	Flight	from 600 EUR
Accomodation	from 35 EUR per day	Average check in a restaurant	from 20 EUR
Transportation fare	from 1.8 EUR	Ski passes	581 EUR for 7 days
Total: about 1776 EUR for a week for two people

Andorra la Vella: tips for tourists

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Visa to Andorra la Vella

No visa needed for European citizens

Airport in Andorra la Vella

The principality does not have its own airport. You can arrive in Toulouse, Barcelona, Girona or Lerida. From all these cities there are direct buses to Andorra, the journey takes three to four hours. Choose the destination that suits you!"

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Transfer to Andorra la Vella from the airport

Your plane will most likely land at Barcelona Airport. From here, you can get to the resort by train (from Sants station) or bus. There are also cab services ready to get you to Andorra la Vella quickly and comfortably at any time.

Public transportation in Andorra la Vella

A 15-20-minute bus ride from the resort center to the elevators. From the Avinguda de Tarragona station you can get to other towns in the principality, as well as neighboring Spain and France. If you decide to take a cab, book in advance.

Car rental in Andorra la Vella

A car will allow you to move freely around the principality, as cabs are few and far between. Experienced travelers advise choosing a car online in advance and picking it up at Barcelona Airport.

Safety in Andorra la Vella

If you plan to go skiing or do other extreme sports during your vacation, make sure you buy a health insurance policy. And to make sure it doesn't come in handy, follow the rules of behavior on the slopes and always wear a safety helmet.

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