Are shorts allowed in Barcelona?

You can feel free to wear shorts during your trip to Barcelona. Perhaps is not a good idea wearing ones if you plan to visit a temple like the Cathedral, but are ok around all the city.



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Try to avoid anything that may be classified as sporty. Especially sport running shoes or too inappropriate ones. Avoid shorts, too many face piercings or tattoos. Aim for classy and elegant.

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Shorts are worn in the summer months of June, July, and August. Locals also wear shorts in late spring and early fall if it's hot. Even if you get a random hot day in the winter, Spaniards will not wear shorts. They dress for the season we're in, and not the weather.

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The Dress Code in the Vatican City Peter's Basilica. Its basic code is for both men and women both need to cover their knees and upper arms. They prohibit wearing shorts or skirts above the knee, sleeveless tops, and low-cut shirts. Men must take their hats off before entering whereas women may continue wearing theirs.

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Avoid These Travel-Related Faux Pas and Blend in With the Locals
  1. Dress for the season (and don't wear a fanny pack)
  2. Understand Catalonian values (and don't call it “Barca”)
  3. Don't eat on Las Ramblas (and eat dinner late)
  4. Don't keep your valuables on show (Including your camera)


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Wearing jeans that are too distressed are considered inappropriate unless you are going to a night club. One or two rips is fine, but stay away from extremely tattered jeans.

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The church is still an integral part of Spanish life and wearing shorts or being scantily dressed whilst visiting a church will not be appreciated. If visiting Barcelona Cathedral men should wear long trousers and women should have a shawl or a full top covering their shoulders.

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As a traveler, shorts in Europe are problematic for a few reasons. They are not allowed in most churches unless they cover the knee. They are not allowed in upscale restaurants.

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The Colosseum doesn't have a dress code, but in exploring it you'll be climbing a lot of stairs so make sure to wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes. The same can be said of Rome as a whole. Shorts, leggings, hoodies… all are fine.

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The cathedral forbids entry to anybody wearing sandals, sunglasses, or hats, or anyone with their legs or shoulders exposed. Plunging necklines, skirts, and shorts should altogether be avoided.

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Resort Casual You can comfortably wear swimsuit coverups, jeans, capris, and shorts with a t-shirt or polo. Tennis shoes, sneakers, and sandals, are all acceptable as well. You can even wear flip flops with this relaxed dress code!

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