A small country with a generous share of mountains
Stone villages, Romanesque churches, mountain paths and a capital with a spa-loving neighbour: Andorra rewards a little exploring between France and Spain. Choose a few places, leave room for the weather, and let the Pyrenees set the pace.
Begin with a glimpse of the country
A short introduction from Andorra’s official tourism channel. Then head into the capital for the old quarter, hillside walks and a useful base for exploring.
Explore Andorra la Vella →
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FIRST-TIME FAVOURITE
Thermal water, Caldea’s distinctive architecture and a gateway to mountain country.
Explore Escaldes-Engordany →Allow a relaxed day; book spa time separately.
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FIRST-TIME FAVOURITE
A Romanesque church, a dramatic bridge and mountain views with room to breathe.
Explore Canillo →Allow one or two days, depending on the season.
Smaller places for stone lanes, painted churches and a quieter look at the principality.
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BEYOND THE BEATEN PATH
Stone lanes, a historic house and the quieter pleasures of a mountain village.
Explore Ordino →Allow a day, with extra time for valley outings.
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BEYOND THE BEATEN PATH
A small stone village gathered around one of Andorra’s loveliest Romanesque churches.
Explore Pal →Allow a half-day; combine with La Massana.
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BEYOND THE BEATEN PATH
A circular church tower and medieval paintings, just beyond the capital’s bustle.
Explore Santa Coloma →Allow a half-day for the church and museum.
LOOK A LITTLE CLOSER · Andorra
Canillo · Vall del Riu
A slender crossing high above the valley, reached by official shuttle and a walk. A memorable outing for visitors comfortable with heights.
Explore this discovery →Catalaalatac · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Canillo · Above the valley
A projecting platform, a wide mountain outlook and a good reason to pause before taking the next photograph.
Explore this discovery →Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
A UNESCO cultural landscape
Stone paths, pastoral traces and mountain scenery: a landscape shaped by people as well as the Pyrenees.
Explore this discovery →Catalaalatac · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
SEE HOW THE PLACES FIT TOGETHER
Select a pin or place name to open its guide directly. Gold marks the first-time highlights, teal the places beyond the beaten path.
Parish boundaries: Wikimedia Commons, public domain · Place markers are approximate; nearby places use callout lines · Orientation only, not a road map.
Build your own journey
Combine the capital’s old quarter with Escaldes and the medieval heritage of Santa Coloma.
Allow separate time for each village, and add an attraction only when access and conditions suit your party.
Pair a historic house in Ordino with the village and Romanesque church in Pal.
These are combinations of places, not fixed driving schedules. Mountain roads, opening days and weather can change the order. Check conditions before setting out.
A FEW USEFUL ESSENTIALS
Andorra uses the euro. Ask about rates and cancellation terms when booking; do not assume a shopping saving applies to every purchase.
Currency information →Arrive by road through France or Spain. National buses connect the main settlements; check the route and last return before a village outing.
Getting to Andorra →Mountain conditions and seasonal opening affect walks, churches and attractions. Verify the forecast and the operator’s current arrangements.
Official visitor information →Book the accommodation and activities that matter to you. Entry and transit requirements also depend on your nationality and route.
Plan your visit →Andorra La Vella: Tiia Monto · CC BY-SA 3.0 (display cropped/resized).
Canillo: Luis Miguel Bugallo Sánchez (Lmbuga) · CC BY-SA 3.0 (display cropped/resized).
Escaldes Engordany: FrankAndProust · CC0 (display cropped/resized).
Ordino: Frobles · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Pal: Gertjan R. · CC BY-SA 3.0 (display cropped/resized).
Santa Coloma: Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart · CC BY 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Tibetan Bridge: Catalaalatac · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Roc Del Quer: Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Madriu Valley: Catalaalatac · CC BY-SA 4.0 (display cropped/resized).
Film: Andorra Turisme. Destination facts are drawn from official tourism and museum sources linked on each guide page. Sources checked 27 October 2026: official tourism, museums, attraction operators and hotel contact pages. Listings are information, not an inspection or a guarantee of availability.
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