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To help us better understand what you love wearing on your adventures, we asked you to vote on your favorite travel shoes. The results are in!

Below is a list of the 40 best travel shoes as chosen by TFG’s readers. Find out what they are, why they’re recommended, and why you may want to wear them, too!

 


40 Best Travel Shoes

Written By: Annie Jarvis


 

Here are the 40 best travel shoes (in alphabetical order), including the main reasons why TFG readers use and recommend them:

 

 

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Adidas Stan Smith Sneaker

 

Adidas Superstars

 

It’s not surprising that an Adidas shoe made the list for the best travel shoes. Readers love them because they’re:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Firm
  • Look good
  • Go with everything
  • On-trend

 

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Ahnu by Teva Sugarpine Hiking Boot

 

Ahnu by Teva

 

Ahnu isn’t as well known, but they do make some of the best travel shoes for these reasons:

 

  • Arch support
  • Well-made
  • Water resistant
  • Great for hiking and snowshoeing
  • Supportive
  • Very comfortable and good support for feet and back

 

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Asics Sana Cross-Training Shoe

 

Asics

 

Asics aren’t just for the gym! They also make some of the best travel shoes for a few reasons:

 

  • Excellent arch support
  • Good for city streets
  • Last ages
  • Good support
  • Comfortable

 

 

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Bandolino Leather Ballet Flat

 

Bandalino Flats

 

Flats for travel? When they’re Bandalino, they make the list for best travel shoes because they’re:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Slim
  • Versatile

 

 

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Birkenstock Mayari Sandal

 

Birkenstock Mayari Style

 

A list of the best travel shoes wouldn’t be complete without Birkenstock because they’re:

 

  • Very sturdy and comfortable
  • Great for walking up and down hills
  • Perfect for warm weather
  • Stylish
  • Offer good support

 

 

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Blondo Fantasia Ankle Boot

 

Blondo Ankle Boots

 

This is one of the few heeled shoes that make the list for best travel shoes, but we included them for a few reasons:

 

  • Super comfortable and warm
  • Wool lining and waterproof
  • Good for cold weather
  • Good grip on sole
  • Don’t look like traditional rubber rain boots

 

 

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Born Aswan Sandal

 

Born Sandals

 

We love Born, and think they make some of the best travel shoes, from sandals to boots. Readers love these for several reasons:

 

  • Wear them in the city or by the sea
  • Great for hot weather
  • Comfortable
  • Pretty
  • Moderate arch support

 

 

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ZX2 Classic Athletic Sandal

 

Chaco Sandals

 

Adventurers and outdoorsy travelers ranked these as some of the best travel shoes because they are:

  • Perfect for summer hiking and walking on rocks or through river
  • Well-made and comfortable
  • Supportive in the arch
  • Sturdy
  • Quick drying

 

 

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Manilla Lift Leather Sandal

 

Clarks

 

Clarks are known for their comfortable soles, which is why they are some of the best travel shoes. These flats offer:

 

  • Style for cities and towns
  • No break-in period
  • Comfort from the moment you wear them
  • Versatility

 

 

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Cole Haan Avery Ballet

 

Cole Haan

 

These are some of the best travel shoes because they are trendy yet comfortable. Plus, they’re:

 

  • Lightweight
  • Soft inside
  • Compact
  • Dressy and stylish
  • Comfortable for walking

 

 

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Converse Chuck Taylor Sneakers

 

Converse

 

Converse are a classic, but you may not have known that they’re also some of the best travel shoes for a few reasons:

 

  • Comfortable and go with everything
  • Slip on and off
  • Classic style
  • Wear them anywhere

 

 

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Crocs Sienna Flats

 

Crocs

 

You either love Crocs or you hate them, and some of our readers say they’re the best travel shoes because they’re:

 

  • The most comfortable shoe brand ever
  • Packable
  • Easy to wear
  • Inexpensive
  • Versatile

 

 

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Season Flat Sandal

 

Dansko Sandals

 

These are some of the best travel shoes because they’re a dressier option. Plus, they are:

 

  • Slip on
  • Good for warm climates
  • Heeled

 

 

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Dansko Oksana Loafer

 

Dansko Clogs

 

We had to include a pair of clogs as the best travel shoes. These Dansko loafers are:

 

  • Traditional clog style that is unbelievably comfortable
  • Wearable for hours without your feet ever feeling tired
  • Slip on and off so they are great for airport security
  • Best paired with trousers

 

 

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Earth Sneaker Suede/Mesh

 

Earth Shoes

 

Like the brand name suggests, your feet will feel one with the earth in these best travel shoes for a few reasons:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Can walk in them for hours
  • Good cushioning

 

 

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Flash T-Strap Gladiator Sandal

 

Ecco

 

At TFG, we are big fans of Ecco and think they make the best travel shoes. Readers also love them because they’re:

 

  • Lightweight
  • Simple and understated
  • Cute and comfortable
  • Supportive
  • Feature a sturdy, rubber sole

 

 

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The Skinny Flip-Flop

 

Fit Flops

 

We’ve featured Fit Flops in multiple articles as the best travel shoes. Readers recommend them for a few reasons:

 

  • They don’t rub and have great cushioning
  • Walk for miles in them
  • Go from beach to dinner
  • Super comfortable

 

 

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Yula Wedge Pump

 

Fly London

 

Fly London makes great shoes, and readers love them because they’re:

 

  • Cute and unique
  • Comfortable
  • Good for walking and running through airports
  • Stylish

 

 

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Havaianas Luna Flip Flop

 

Havaianas

 

This famous Brazilian brand offers flip flops that are:

 

  • Packable
  • Cute
  • Wearable for beach and evenings
  • Comfy
  • Cushioned

 

 

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Deco Flat Sandal

 

Ipanema

 

Another popular Brazilian brand, these too made the list for best travel shoes for these reasons:

 

  • Quick to dry
  • Cute
  • Good for walking
  • Comfortable and fashionable
  • Versatile

 

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Jambu Blossom Encore Flat

 

Jambu

 

Travelers are well familiar with Jambu, and recommend them for these reasons:

 

  • Good for summer
  • Comfortable walking shoe
  • Light hikes

 

 

 

 

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KEEN Dauntless Posted Sandal

 

Keen

 

Cute and comfy sandals? Check and check. Travelers love Keen for four reasons:

 

  • Fantastic walking brand
  • Stability
  • Great for cobblestones
  • Travel anywhere with this brand

 

 

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Mephisto Helen Thong Sandal

 

Mephisto Sandals

 

Mephisto offers some of the best travel shoes, and readers agree, saying they are:

 

  • Comfortable and cute
  • Great for anywhere
  • On-trend
  • Supportive

 

 

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Grassbow Air Trail Running Shoe

 

Merrell

 

This list wouldn’t be complete without a pair of Merrells! Our readers recommended these because they:

 

  • Don’t take up much room
  • Good for running
  • Comfortable
  • Good grip

 

 

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Naot Sabrina Flat Sandal

 

Naot

 

Our readers love these sandals and ranked them as one of the best travel shoes for their:

 

  • Good arch support
  • Durable, sturdy sole
  • Style
  • Comfort

 

 

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Kaye Fisherman Sandal

 

Naturalizer

 

Naturalizer makes so many different styles of shoes, from flats to sandals to boots. Readers ranked these as some of the best travel sheos because they’re:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Versatile
  • Easy to walk in

 

 

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New Balance Classic Runner Sneaker

 

New Balance

 

Take your New Balance shoes beyond the gym and on the road because they’re:

 

  • Great on cobblestone streets
  • Cute
  • Fashionable
  • Comfortable

 

 

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Nike Running Shoes

 

Nike Free Run

 

Nike. Need we say anything else? Readers love them because they’re:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Light to pack
  • Not too touristy

 

 

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Poli Thong Thong Sandal

 

Patagonia

 

Patagonia is one of the top travel brands, and these shoes are recommended for their:

 

  • Comfort
  • Light weight
  • Style versatility
  • Good support

 

 

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Yoga Sling 2 Flip Flop

 

Sanuk Yoga Flip Flops

 

While these were made for yoga, you can also take them on your travels. Readers recommend them for several reasons:

 

  • They can go from beach to shower to party
  • Soft and comfortable
  • Great for hot weather

 

 

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Reader’s Top Pick for Best Travel Shoes: Skechers Go Walk

 

Sketchers Go Walks

 

Our readers love, love, love these shoes and rank them as some of the best travel shoes for a ton of reasons:

 

  • Travel everywhere
  • So comfortable
  • Like walking on air
  • Easy to wash and dry overnight
  • Weigh next to nothing
  • Machine washable
  • Good for all terrain
  • Great cushioning
  • Lots of walking
  • Super light and cool
  • Slip on and off
  • Good for cobblestones
  • Lightweight yet keep your feet warm

 

 

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Ysidro Stitch Sandal

 

Teva Sandals

 

Teva is a great travel brand, and readers recommend them because they are:

 

  • Comfortable with a good arch support
  • Multi-purpose
  • Durable and comfortable
  • Good for hot weather as they allow air to get to your feet

 

 

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Tod’s Moccasin Suede Loafer

 

Tods Flats

 

If you’re looking for a more sophisticated vibe, Tods offers a great pair of flats our readers love for a few reasons:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Last the whole day
  • Casual and dressy
  • Chic

 

 

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Toms Canvas Slip-On

 

Toms

 

Another classic, these made the list of the best travel shoes because they’re:

 

  • Washable
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Thin yet have a substantial footbed

 

 

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Tory Burch Metallic Sandal

 

Tory Burch Flip Flops

 

Tory Burch is one of the most stylish brands on this list, and readers love these flip flops for several reasons:

 

  • Comfortable to walk in and looks cute with everything
  • Easy to dress up
  • Easy to take off at airport security
  • Can walk all day in them
  • Pretty and comfortable

 

 

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UGG Simmens Boots

 

Uggs

 

Uggs make more than just clunky boots! They also make boots for traveling, like these, which readers love because they’re:

 

  • Waterproof
  • Sturdy
  • Very warm
  • Great in cold weather
  • Good in snow

 

 

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Vans Unisex Authentic Skate Shoe

 

Vans

 

Like Converse, Vans is a popular sneaker brand that also works for travel. Readers love them for their:

 

  • Stability
  • Cushioning
  • Light weight
  • Style

 

 

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Nala Arch Support Thong Sandal

 

Vionic Sandals

 

If you’ve read our blog before, you know Vionic make some of the best travel shoes. Readers love these for four reasons:

 

  • Super comfy
  • Good arch support
  • Goes with everything
  • Fashionable sandal

 

 

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Vivobarefoot Jing Jing Slip-On

 

VivoBarefoot

 

VivoBarefoot offers great flats for travel, and readers recommend them because they are:

 

  • Provide good air circulation
  • Never smelly
  • Comfortable

 

 

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Nebula Walking Shoe

 

Geox

 

Last but not least, Geox makes the list as one of the best travel shoes for these reasons:

 

  • Comfortable
  • Good support
  • Stylish
  • European designs

 

 


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Author Bio: Annie Jarvis is relatively new to the traveling world and just completed a five-month journey around Southeast Asia, India, and the US. She loves diving, skiing, cooking, and hiking and writing about her adventures on her Refreshing the Page blog.