Cuisine is mainly Catalan, and generally expensive. Quality and prices in restaurants are similar to those in small French and Spanish resort towns.

Things to know: Alcoholic drinks bought in shops and supermarkets are cheap (Andorra is a duty-free zone), but prices in bars can be high. Bars stay open late.

National specialities:
• Coques (flavoured flat cakes).
• Trinxat (a potato and cabbage dish).
• Truites de carreroles (a type of mushroom omelette).
• Local sausages and cheese.
• Andorran veal.

Tipping: Service charges are usually included in the bill. Porters and waiters expect a further 10%.

Andorra’s characteristically safe streets help to create a thriving nightlife. Many bars and hotels provide a variety of evening entertainment. Clubs are open during both summer and winter.

There is duty-free shopping for all goods. Petrol, alcohol, cameras and watches can be purchased at low prices. Electrical goods are excellent value.

Shopping hours: Mon-Sat 0930-1330 and 1600-2000, Sun 0930-1330 and 1600-1900. Department stores: Mon-Fri 0930-2000, Sat 0930-2100 and Sun 0930-1900.