Can I wear shorts in churches in Spain?

They will even keep you from going into churches if you are not attired appropriately. Loose dresses meet any entrance requirements, will not earn you stares, and will keep you cool under a hot sun. In Spain, wear a skirt or long pants when touring cathedrals and other religious sites. Definitely no shorts!



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No tank tops and no really short shorts. Wear a shirt that covers your shoulders and pants or skirt that covers your knees. We visited cathedrals in Madrid, Grenada, and Seville and if they had dress codes, they certainly weren't enforced.

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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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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.

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Over the decades Spain has gone from men never wearing shorts, to only seeing them in beach areas, to seeing them in rural locations, and now, even in the large cities. You'll probably see fewer old timers wearing shorts. For younger generations it seems that almost anything and everything goes (male and female).

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As you are entering during tourist visit (cultural visit), there are no worshippers you are likely to offend. Dress code for churches: Shorts or bare shoulders are not allowed for either women or men. This is the dress code that the Vatican uses. Many churches have monitors to see that the dress code is enforced.

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In Italy, it matters what we wear, there is a dress code for visiting the church. It is forbidden to enter the church (chiesa) wearing shorts or skirts, sleeveless tops, tank tops,spaghetti straps, and uncovered shirts on your knees. Some churches have a dress code sign on the door, while others do not.

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In Italy, it matters what we wear, there is a dress code for visiting the church. It is forbidden to enter the church (chiesa) wearing shorts or skirts, sleeveless tops, tank tops,spaghetti straps, and uncovered shirts on your knees. Some churches have a dress code sign on the door, while others do not.

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