Capital city, Andorra
Andorra la Vella
Pyrenean capital for duty-free shopping, spa days and skiing at nearby Grandvalira and Vallnord. Safe, clean and easy for hiking; it is car-dependent, pricey for housing and quiet socially.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$2,700–3,940Comfortable, one person · €2,400–3,500Details
- Value for money23/100Better value than 22% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJan–Mar, Jul–SepWarmest: Jul, 27°CDetails
- Internet244 MbpsFixed broadband, Andorra medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableExcellent mountain water; safe from taps and public fountains.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–113Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundAndbusWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereUses the euro.Details
Where to stay in Andorra la Vella
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Andorra la Vella center | Shops, restaurants, buses, Caldea access; convenient base |
| Escaldes-Engordany | Spa district next to the center; hotels and apartments |
| Santa Coloma | Quieter residential area just south, cheaper rents |
| Encamp | Gateway to Grandvalira, cable car and hiking |
Apps that work in Andorra la Vella
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No major ride-hailing apps. Taxis wait at ranks and can be booked by phone; use buses for ski stations.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Andorra.
- Cards almost everywhere Uses the euro. Cards are accepted in shops and restaurants; carry a little cash for mountain refuges and small cafés.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Andorran bank ATMs (Andbank, Crèdit Andorrà, MoraBanc) are common; foreign-card fees vary by bank.
- Tipping: Not expected. Round up or leave 5–10% for good restaurant service.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted at most shops and restaurants.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Not in the EU or Schengen. You arrive by road from Spain or France, leaving and re-entering the Schengen area.
- Travellers who need a Schengen visa should get a multiple-entry one so they can return to Spain or France.
- Spanish and French customs check goods on the way out; duty-free allowances are enforced.
Emergency numbers
Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 118 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Andorra isn't covered by EU roaming rules, so check your plan. Andorra Telecom sells prepaid tourist SIMs; passport needed.
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Sources
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