How should I dress in Madrid in summer?

Sundresses, shorts, and tank tops are the way to go in the summer. Make sure everything is light and thin—this is not the time for thick pieces! Footwear other than sandals: Now, sandals are a great thing to pack, but not always the most sensible option while walking around the city and getting tapas in crowded bars.



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Yes, it is acceptable. 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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Remember, presentation is valued by Spaniards, which means running shoes are seen at the gym and lifestyle sneakers are worn around the city. One thing to keep in mind is packing shoes for the nightlife! The Spain dress code for a night involves dressing up!

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How to dress in Spain so you don't look like a tourist
  1. Leave the workout clothes for the gym, not as your sightseeing outfit. Don't wear flip flops. ...
  2. Flip flops are not in the Spain dress code. ...
  3. Just wear this big floppy hat at the beach. ...
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  5. Watch out for pickpockets.


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Madrid is a big city, and you'll see people dressed all sorts of ways. However, there are a few no-nos that will immediately make you stick out as a tourist. These include flip flops, socks with sandals, shorts outside of the summer months, baseball caps, and basketball shorts or other workout clothes outside the gym.

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Sundresses, shorts, and tank tops are the way to go in the summer. Make sure everything is light and thin—this is not the time for thick pieces! Footwear other than sandals: Now, sandals are a great thing to pack, but not always the most sensible option while walking around the city and getting tapas in crowded bars.

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No. Visitors who are barefoot or wearing flip-flops and open sandals are not allowed inside Sagrada Familia. Q. Can I wear shorts to Sagrada Familia?

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While younger travelers or backpackers can probably throw on those leggings, and it's fine, just know that most locals won't wear yoga pants or fitness clothing unless they're actually heading to the gym or going for a hike or a run.

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Our advice would be to save your shorts and sarong for the beach; wearing them elsewhere will label you as a tourist. Also, skimpy or tight-fitting clothes may result in unwanted attention. A loose cotton shirt makes a great cover-up over swimwear and looks equally good away from the beach too.

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In fact, Madrid has some of the best tap water in Spain. There is absolutely nothing dangerous, risky or even unpleasant about it. Madrid's tap water is totally clean and uncontaminated, and you should have no qualms at all about drinking it.

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