Can you drink tap water in Spain?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Spain. The taste varies regionally (chlorine), but many still order bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Spain.
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Tap Water Worldwide: questions & answers
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Can you drink tap water in Greece?
Only to a limited extent: in Greece, tap water is not always safe to drink. It is drinkable on the mainland and large islands, but bottled water is usually served on smaller islands. Source: Travel Facts Greece.
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Can you drink tap water in Italy?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Italy. Generally good quality everywhere, with over 2,500 public drinking fountains (Nasoni) in Rome. Source: Travel Facts Italy.
Can you drink tap water in Portugal?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Portugal. Source: Travel Facts Portugal.
Can you drink tap water in Croatia?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Croatia. It is drinkable everywhere, including at public fountains. Source: Travel Facts Croatia.
Can you drink tap water in France?
Yes, you can drink tap water in France. In restaurants, 'une carafe d’eau' (tap water) is free and completely normal. Source: Travel Facts France.
Can you drink tap water in Turkey?
No, it is advised not to drink tap water in Turkey; it is better to opt for bottled water. Bottled water is consumed nationwide, and it is also recommended for brushing teeth in the interior. Source: Travel Facts Turkey.
Can you drink tap water in Iceland?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Iceland. It is one of the purest tap waters in the world, making bottled water unnecessary. Source: Travel Facts Iceland.
Can you drink tap water in the Netherlands?
Yes, you can drink tap water in the Netherlands. It is of excellent quality and is considered one of the best tap waters in Europe. Source: Travel Facts Netherlands.
Can you drink tap water in Norway?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Norway. It is excellent throughout the country; refill your water bottle instead of buying. Source: Travel Facts Norway.
Can you drink tap water in Austria?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Austria. Source: Travel Facts Austria.
Can you drink tap water in Cyprus?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Cyprus. It is drinkable but often tastes chlorinated, and many locals buy water in canisters. Source: Travel Facts Cyprus.
Can you drink tap water in Malta?
Only to a limited extent: in Malta, tap water is not always safe to drink. Desalinated water is safe but has a salty taste; bottled water is common. Source: Travel Facts Malta.
Can you drink tap water in Montenegro?
Only to a limited extent: in Montenegro, tap water is not always safe to drink. It is drinkable in coastal cities and Podgorica, but bottled water is better in the hinterland. Source: Travel Facts Montenegro.
Can you drink tap water in Switzerland?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Switzerland. It is excellent, and public fountains in cities and villages are also drinkable. Source: Travel Facts Switzerland.
Can you drink tap water in the United Kingdom?
Yes, you can drink tap water in the United Kingdom. Source: Travel Facts United Kingdom.
Can you drink tap water in Ireland?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Ireland. Source: Travel Facts Ireland.
Can you drink tap water in Sweden?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Sweden. It is of excellent quality everywhere. Source: Travel Facts Sweden.
Can you drink tap water in Denmark?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Denmark. It is of excellent quality, making bottled water unnecessary. Source: Travel Facts Denmark.
Can you drink tap water in the Czech Republic?
Yes, you can drink tap water in the Czech Republic. Source: Travel Facts Czech Republic.
Can you drink tap water in Thailand?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Thailand; it's better to use bottled water. Bottled water is cheap everywhere, and ice in restaurants is usually industrial and safe. Source: Travel Facts Thailand.
Can you drink tap water in Indonesia?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Indonesia; it's better to use bottled water. Never drink from the tap, and buy bottled water everywhere. Source: Travel Facts Indonesia.
Can you drink tap water in Japan?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Japan. Source: Travel Facts Japan.
Can you drink tap water in Vietnam?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Vietnam; it's better to use bottled water. Only drink bottled water, and avoid ice cubes from simple stands. Source: Travel Facts Vietnam.
Can you drink tap water in the Maldives?
Only to some extent: tap water in the Maldives is not safe to drink everywhere. Desalinated water is available, resorts usually provide drinking water, and bottled or purified water is common. Source: Travel Facts Maldives.
Can you drink tap water in Sri Lanka?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Sri Lanka; it's better to use bottled water. Buy bottled water with an intact seal. Source: Travel Facts Sri Lanka.
Can you drink tap water in India?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in India; it's better to use bottled water. Never drink from the tap, not even for brushing teeth, only use sealed bottles. Source: Travel Facts India.
Can you drink tap water in Cambodia?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Cambodia; it's better to use bottled water. Never drink it, as bottled water is very cheap everywhere. Source: Travel Facts Cambodia.
Can you drink tap water in Malaysia?
Only to some extent: tap water in Malaysia is not safe to drink everywhere. It is usually boiled or filtered, and bottled water is recommended. Source: Travel Facts Malaysia.
Can you drink tap water in the Philippines?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in the Philippines; it's better to use bottled water. Use bottled water or water from refill stations. Source: Travel Facts Philippines.
Can you drink tap water in the USA?
Yes, you can drink tap water in the USA. Source: Travel Facts USA.
Can you drink tap water in Mexico?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Mexico; it's better to use bottled water. Even locals do not drink tap water, so use bottled or Garrafón water. Source: Travel Facts Mexico.
Can you drink tap water in Canada?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Canada. It is drinkable everywhere and has one of the best water qualities in the world. Source: Travel Facts Canada.
Can you drink tap water in Cuba?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Cuba; it's better to use bottled water. Never drink it, not even for brushing teeth, only use bottled or boiled water. Source: Travel Facts Cuba.
Can you drink tap water in Costa Rica?
Only to some extent: tap water in Costa Rica is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in most regions, but in rural areas, it's safer to use bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Costa Rica.
Can you drink tap water in Brazil?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Brazil; it's better to use bottled water. Bottled water is available everywhere and is usually served in restaurants and hotels. Source: Travel Facts Brazil.
Can you drink tap water in Peru?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Peru; it's better to use bottled water. Only drink bottled water or boiled water. Source: Travel Facts Peru.
Can you drink tap water in Argentina?
Only to some extent: tap water in Argentina is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in Buenos Aires and large cities, otherwise use bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Argentina.
Can you drink tap water in Colombia?
Only to some extent: tap water in Colombia is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in Bogotá and Medellín, but on the coast and in rural areas, use bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Colombia.
Can you drink tap water in Chile?
Only to some extent: tap water in Chile is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in cities, but in the Atacama, it is very mineral-rich, so bottled water is more pleasant. Source: Travel Facts Chile.
Can you drink tap water in Morocco?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Morocco; it is better to take bottled water. Only bottled water (e.g., Sidi Ali), be cautious with raw salads from street vendors. Source: Travel Facts Morocco.
Can you drink tap water in South Africa?
Only to some extent: tap water in South Africa is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in major cities, but bottled water is better in rural areas. Source: Travel Facts South Africa.
Can you drink tap water in Tanzania?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Tanzania; it is better to take bottled water. Only bottled water, even for brushing teeth in simple accommodations. Source: Travel Facts Tanzania.
Can you drink tap water in Egypt?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Egypt; it is better to take bottled water. Only bottled water (check the seal), also for brushing teeth, avoid ice cubes. Source: Travel Facts Egypt.
Can you drink tap water in Kenya?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Kenya; it is better to take bottled water. Only drink bottled or boiled water. Source: Travel Facts Kenya.
Can you drink tap water in Namibia?
Only to some extent: tap water in Namibia is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in Windhoek and larger cities, but bottled water is better while traveling. Source: Travel Facts Namibia.
Can you drink tap water in Australia?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Australia. Source: Travel Facts Australia.
Can you drink tap water in New Zealand?
Yes, you can drink tap water in New Zealand. It is drinkable everywhere and of excellent quality. Source: Travel Facts New Zealand.
Can you drink tap water in Fiji?
Only to some extent: tap water in Fiji is not safe to drink everywhere. It is generally drinkable in Suva and Nadi, but bottled water is recommended on small islands. Source: Travel Facts Fiji.
Can you drink tap water in French Polynesia?
Only to some extent: tap water in French Polynesia is not safe to drink everywhere. It is mostly drinkable in Papeete and on Moorea, but bottled water is recommended on remote islands. Source: Travel Facts French Polynesia.
Can you drink tap water in Slovenia?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Slovenia. It is excellent, and the right to drinking water is even enshrined in the constitution. Source: Travel Facts Slovenia.
Can you drink tap water in Poland?
Only to some extent: tap water in Poland is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in major cities (sometimes slightly chlorinated), but bottled water is better in rural areas. Source: Travel Facts Poland.
Can you drink tap water in Belgium?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Belgium. Source: Travel Facts Belgium.
Can you drink tap water in Romania?
Only to some extent: tap water in Romania is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in major cities, but bottled water is better in rural areas and small towns. Source: Travel Facts Romania.
Can you drink tap water in Hungary?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Hungary. It is generally drinkable, excellent in Budapest, but sometimes hard in rural areas. Source: Travel Facts Hungary.
Can you drink tap water in Finland?
Yes, you can drink tap water in Finland. It is among the cleanest in the world and drinkable everywhere. Source: Travel Facts Finland.
Can you drink tap water in Georgia?
Only to some extent: tap water in Georgia is not safe to drink everywhere. It is drinkable in Tbilisi and cities (Caucasus spring water), but bottled water is recommended in rural areas. Source: Travel Facts Georgia.
Can you drink tap water in Albania?
Only to some extent: tap water in Albania is not safe to drink everywhere. It is not drinkable everywhere, and bottled water is recommended (5-liter canisters are very cheap). Source: Travel Facts Albania.
Can you drink tap water in South Korea?
Yes, you can drink tap water in South Korea. It is safe, although many locals prefer filtered or bottled water. Source: Travel Facts South Korea.
Can you drink tap water in Taiwan?
Only to some extent: tap water in Taiwan is not safe to drink everywhere. Boil before drinking (standard in hotels/restaurants), bottled water is cheap everywhere. Source: Travel Facts Taiwan.
Can you drink tap water in Jordan?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Jordan; it is better to opt for bottled water. Bottled water is readily available at low prices. Source: Travel Facts Jordan.
Can you drink tap water in Nepal?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Nepal; it is better to choose bottled water. Never drink unfiltered water, use water filters/SteriPEN, or bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Nepal.
Can you drink tap water in Oman?
Only to some extent: tap water in Oman is not always safe to drink. It is usually drinkable in hotels, but bottled water is still recommended. Source: Travel Facts Oman.
Can you drink tap water in Laos?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Laos; it is better to opt for bottled water. Never drink tap water, as bottled water is inexpensive and widely available. Source: Travel Facts Laos.
Can you drink tap water in Myanmar?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Myanmar; it is better to choose bottled water. Only drink bottled water, even for brushing your teeth. Source: Travel Facts Myanmar.
Can you drink tap water in Ecuador?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Ecuador; it is better to opt for bottled water. Buy bottled water or filter it. Source: Travel Facts Ecuador.
Can you drink tap water in Guatemala?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Guatemala; it is better to choose bottled water. Only drink bottled ('Agua Pura'), filtered, or boiled water. Source: Travel Facts Guatemala.
Can you drink tap water in Bolivia?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in Bolivia; it is better to opt for bottled water. Buy bottled water and avoid ice in drinks. Source: Travel Facts Bolivia.
Can you drink tap water in the Dominican Republic?
No, it is advised against drinking tap water in the Dominican Republic; it is better to choose bottled water. Only drink bottled water (Agua Purificada), even for brushing your teeth in budget hotels. Source: Travel Facts Dominican Republic.
Can you drink tap water in Jamaica?
Only to some extent: tap water in Jamaica is not always safe to drink. It is drinkable in most tourist areas, but many travelers prefer bottled water. Source: Travel Facts Jamaica.
Can you drink tap water in Budapest?
Yes, tap water in Budapest is drinkable and according to our travel facts, it is even excellent. In the countryside, it can be somewhat hard due to calcium. More about this: Travel Facts Hungary.
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