Casa de la Vall: Andorra's Historic Parliament
Explore Casa de la Vall in Andorra la Vella: a historic parliament, architectural gem, and symbol of Andorran identity and rich heritage.
Casa de la Vall, or House of the Valley, is a historic building in Andorra la Vella that formerly housed the country's parliament. Built in 1580 as a manor for the Busquets family, it became the seat of the General Council of Andorra in 1702 and served as the country's parliament until 2011. Today, it stands as a museum and a symbol of Andorran history and culture.
A brief summary to Casa de la Vall
- Andorra la Vella, AD500, AD
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- Tuesday 10 am-2 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-2 pm
- Thursday 10 am-2 pm
- Friday 10 am-2 pm
- Saturday 10 am-2 pm
Local tips
- Take the audio-guided tour to fully appreciate the history and significance of each room.
- Book a guided tour in advance for a more in-depth experience and to ensure availability.
- Check the official website for current opening hours and holiday closures.
- Be aware that the building has steep stairs and is not easily accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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Getting There
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Walking
Casa de la Vall is located in the Barri Antic (Old Quarter) of Andorra la Vella, making it easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From the Plaça de la Rotonda, walk northeast along Avinguda de la Bartra. Turn left onto Carrer del Doctor Nequi and continue onto Carrer Major. The Casa de la Vall will be on your right. The walk is uphill and takes approximately 10 minutes. There are no costs involved.
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Public Transport
Andorra's public transport is provided exclusively by regular bus services. Several urban lines in Andorra la Vella connect various districts and neighboring towns throughout the Principality. Take any of the local bus routes to theParada del Govern. From there, walk northeast along Carrer de la Vall to reach Casa de la Vall. The bus service has been largely free of charge since July 2022, mainly for permanent users. Please check local information for the most up to date pricing.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like CityXerpa are available in Andorra la Vella. A taxi from the Andorra la Vella Bus Station (Estació Nacional de Autobusos) to Casa de la Vall typically costs between €8 and €12. The journey takes around 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic.
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Driving
If driving, be aware that parking in Andorra la Vella can be limited and mostly paid. There are several public car parks in the city center. The closest parking to Casa de la Vall is Parking Prada Casadet. From the car park, walk along Carrer Dr. Vilanova, then turn onto Carrer Major to reach Casa de la Vall. Parking costs around €2 per hour, €12 per night, and €24 per full day. Be aware of blue and green zone parking. Green zone parking costs around €0.5 per hour, and blue zone parking costs around €1 per hour.
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