Sightseeing in Andorra la Vella - what to see. Complete travel guide

The capital of Andorra is well-known to fans of all kinds of recreation. The nearby ski resort attracts winter sports enthusiasts. At the same time the variety of stores and malls makes it an ideal holiday destination for shopping fans. There are a lot of tourists walking through picturesque places and exploring local attractions. The tourist infrastructure is well-developed here.

The first city on the site of Andorra la Vella was founded in the 9th century and became a settlement in 1279. For the last hundred years, the city lifestyle and appearance have changed beyond recognition. At the same time, it managed to preserve its unique national flavor and charm. For travelers the most attractive is the historical district of the capital with a beautiful St. Armenol's church — one of the most important symbols of the city.

In the preserved old buildings there are interesting shops and restaurants, as well as popular hotels, so a walk through the historic district promises to be fascinating. It is recommended to prefer a foot walk through the territory of the historic district, as well as in the New City. The New City is a focus of modern hotels and business centers, so it is visited mainly by business travelers. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Shoppers are traditionally attracted by Avenu Meritxell and Charlemagne Avenue. Without a share of exaggeration, we can say that in these busy streets there are trade pavilions of famous world brands. In addition to traditional souvenirs and clothes, many tourists go to the shopping streets in search of ski equipment. Local shops are not only distinguished by a decent choice of goods, but also very attractive prices. Here you can very profitably buy quality sports supplies and any other goods.

Local restaurants are sure to impress travelers who prefer simple and hearty dishes. In national restaurants you can taste excellent meat delicacies. One of the main gastronomic symbols of Andorra la Vella are sausages, they are abundantly presented in both local restaurants and specialized stores.

Travelers who cannot imagine their vacation without wellness procedures and would like to spend time with health benefits will be nicely surprised. They will be able to have a wonderful time in the Caldea Spa, founded near healing springs and well-known far beyond the country. Despite the developed infrastructure and characteristics typical for modern cities, Andorra la Vella continues to be a very peaceful and harmonious place. After 10 pm the city life literally freezes: all the shops and restaurants are closed, the busy city streets are covered with peace and silence. With the first morning sun beams, the dynamic city comes to life, beckoning travelers to new discoveries and adventures.

Andorra la Vella is a comfortable resort that is perfectly suitable for a family vacation. Tourists with children will be genuinely pleased with the variety of entertainment options available to them. Consider visiting Naturlandia – this popular entertainment center is located in the neighborhood of the resort. Vacationers can enjoy all of the amusements in warm months. There are playgrounds and various amusements for children of different age and for adults. Assault courses at Naturlandia are particularly popular with visitors. Small children will enjoy a visit to a small zoo that is also open in the territory of the complex. This zoo has only friendly animals that children can pet and feed.

The nearby town of Canillo is home to another place that deserves a visit, Palau de Gel. It takes only 20 minutes to reach the ice palace from the capital. The complex offers a rich choice of entertainments for the whole family. Besides a traditional ice skating rink, there are ice quests, and even carting. Those who have always dreamt of learning how to ice skate will also find it very interesting to visit this center. There is a rental office that has quality sports gear. Once you have the necessary equipment, simply hire a professional instructor who will teach you how to skate.

When it is getting dark, numerous guests of the resort head to Placa del Poble. The district formed around this square is rich in entertainment. There are a concert hall, a theater, several shopping centers, numerous interesting shops, and, of course, numerous restaurants and bars. It is no less interesting to visit this district in the daytime because many souvenir shops and outlets tend to close quite early.