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What to see in Andorra: the 10 must-sees

Ten places that justify the trip, in which parish each one is located, and which ones require an entrance ticket. Choose yours and book what has limited capacity.

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Andorra's must-sees, zone by zone

The center, on foot

Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany form a single city: Casa de la Vall, Barri Antic, and Caldea are all within walking distance.

Canillo, half a day in the mountains

The Roc del Quer viewpoint, the Tibetan bridge, and the Meritxell sanctuary are in the same parish.

Ordino and the lakes, a full day

Stone village, museums, and, in summer, the Tristaina lakes. In winter, the snow of Ordino Arcalís dominates.

MUST-SEE PLACES

The 10 places to see in Andorra

The most sought-after and worthwhile places, from Escaldes-Engordany to Ordino. Where there's an entrance fee, book it from here.

Caldea
WELLNESS

Caldea

Thermal water lagoons at 34-37 °C in Escaldes-Engordany. The plan to end the day, also in winter.

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Roc del Quer Viewpoint
VIEWPOINT

Roc del Quer Viewpoint

20 m walkway, 12 suspended over the valley, with The Thinker sculpture. Open all year.

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Canillo Tibetan Bridge
ADVENTURE

Canillo Tibetan Bridge

603 m long and up to 158 m above the valley. Closes with snow: check dates before booking.

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Casa de la Vall and Barri Antic
HISTORY

Casa de la Vall and Barri Antic

Fortified house from 1580 that served as the parliament's seat until 2011, in the old town of Andorra la Vella.

What to see in Andorra la Vella
Meritxell Sanctuary
HERITAGE

Meritxell Sanctuary

The sanctuary of Andorra's patron saint, a work by Ricardo Bofill inaugurated in 1976. Free entry, every day.

What to see in Canillo
Ordino and the Miniature Museum
VILLAGE AND MUSEUMS

Ordino and the Miniature Museum

Stone village with Casa d'Areny-Plandolit and the miniatures by Ukrainian Nicolai Siadristy.

Entrance to the Miniature Museum
Engolasters Lake
LAKE

Engolasters Lake

The country's only large lake below 2,000 m, with the Romanesque church of Sant Miquel d'Engolasters nearby.

What to see in Escaldes-Engordany
Naturland
OUTDOOR

Naturland

Over 800 hours of outdoor activities all year round, in Sant Julià de Lòria. In winter, cross-country skiing.

What to see in Sant Julià de Lòria
Tristaina Lakes
MOUNTAIN LAKES

Tristaina Lakes

Three glacial lakes over 2,300 m high, covered in snow in winter. They reappear at the end of June.

What to see in Ordino
EXPERIENCES

Guided tours and plans to experience the essentials

The old town with a guide, by day or night, an artisan cheese tasting, or the snow of Ordino and Grau Roig. Each experience is booked separately.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

What to see in Andorra in 1, 2 or 3 days

In one day: the center of Andorra la Vella and Caldea, or Canillo with the viewpoint and the bridge. A weekend fits both, and with 3 days, add Meritxell, Ordino, and a lake.

With a week, there's time for Madriu, long routes, and a full day of snow.

BEFORE YOU GO

Before you go: how to get there, get around, and connect

Coche cruzando la frontera entre Andorra y España

How to get there

Andorra is traveled by road: you arrive by car, bus, or private transfer from Spain or France.

  • Private transfer: Move picks you up in any European city within 1,000 km, at any time.
  • By car: in winter, carry winter tires or chains.
  • All options: car, bus, and nearby airports.
A street scene with several white cars, many appearing to be taxis with green roof lights, parked along both sides of a narrow road between buildings.

Getting around the essentials

The center can be explored on foot. For Canillo, Ordino, or the lakes, use a car, taxi, Move, or bus.

  • Taxi or Move: the two options to go from one essential to another without a car.
  • Bus: lines between the parishes; schedules and stops on our Mobility page.
  • Canillo on weekends: a bus connects Canillo, the Tibetan bridge, and Roc del Quer, included with the ticket.
  • Roc del Quer by car: CS-240 road, km 6.5, and a 10-minute walk from the parking lot.
A long, narrow suspension bridge stretches across a snow-covered valley. Snowy mountains and pine trees are visible in the background under a clear blue sky, with a wooden fence in the foreground also covered in snow.

What to book in advance

Almost all essentials can be visited without a ticket. Book those with limited capacity or time slots.

  • Bridge and viewpoint: the pack includes both and the bus between them.
  • Caldea: admission is by time slot: morning, afternoon, or evening.
  • Guided tours: depart with a minimum of 5 people.
  • Other things: what to finalize before coming on our page What to book before traveling.
Persona navegando por internet en Andorra con una eSIM

Get connected

Andorra is not in the EU roaming zone: your plan may charge you extra for data usage.

  • eSIM from €4: install it before you leave and have data when you cross the border.
MÁS RINCONES

Más lugares que ver en Andorra

Miradores, rutas y patrimonio que no caben en la lista de diez imprescindibles.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions about what to see in Andorra

Bridge, viewpoint or Caldea: book them online

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