The best travel shoes for every trip, tested and reviewed

Traveling usually takes long steps and many miles of walking, which makes the right shoes essential. Discomfortable or uncomfortable footwear can cause blisters and painful feet, shorten your adventures and send you back to your hotel room earlier than you need. However, you still want stylish shoes that you can wear confidently while exploring a stylish city.

As a team of experienced global travelers who have recorded hundreds of thousands of miles together, we have learned what we are looking for in the perfect travel shoes through years of trial and error. Whether you’re heading to the city to rest, play trails or do everything, we’ve done leg work (puns) to bring you a comprehensive guide to the best travel shoes for every type of journey.

From packable sneakers to lightweight hiking shoes, we have planned suggestions for the best travel shoes for every trip.

Best Shoes for Packaging Lights: Rothy’s Boat Shoes

We tested Rothy’s new Boat shoes And in calling it – they are essential travel shoes for summer. Pre-prepar, nautical shoe styles are classic – but trends are classic, but don’t bother with functional features like adjustable tick laces to help you find the perfect fit.

The sliding design of the shoes is perfect for flying on airport safety, and the soft knitted construction means they are ready to go out of the box without breaking in. Boat shoes even come with removable cushioned inserts for extra support.

There is no better shoe brand than Rothy when it comes to carrying around on the packaging. This travel-friendly company is made of shoes made from super soft and lightweight fabric made from recycled plastic water bottles. This results in the footwear flat, or even machine-washed (so you can look new for every trip).

Best Travel Sandals: TEVA Original Universal Slim Leather Sandals

TEVA universal thin leather sandals — Teva

Take classic Teva sandals and make them popular – Here’s the idea behind it Original universal slim leather sandals from Teva.

This beloved classic version has a smoother, slimmer belt and delicate leather construction, making it chic enough in the most stylish destinations.

But don’t be fooled by the polished look – these sandals are still built for adventure. They are like the original, ready for outdoor excursions and water activities. Plus, mint-based anti-year treatment keeps them fresh, making it an important addition to any warm travel wardrobe.

Best Shoes for Traveling to Europe: Red Wings Weekend Chukka

European fashion will scare visitors, but if you pack, you’ll be ready Red Wings’ Weekend Chukka. These boots are miraculously stylish and comfortable, handling uneven cobbled streets and a few hours of walking. These casual boots offer all-day comfort and support and can be worn in khaki or jeans. Don’t worry about breaking in these chukkas, as our testers have verified that they can wear them directly into the box, thanks to high-quality leather and lightweight, soft, flexible sewn stitching construction.

Chukkas can be worn or not, depending on the stylish atmosphere of your day. Our tester also appreciates the outsole made from original planted rubber, which he says provides a firm foothold and anti-slip even in wet weather. Bonus: These boots are tackled, making them your lifelong shoes.

The best travel shoes: Beckett Simonon Anders

When you want to go out for dinner on vacation, but still want to be able to get there, you need a good pair of dress shoes. Travel shoes should be versatile (you don’t want to wear the suitcase space only once during your trip) and can be comfortable standing and walking.

We always pack Vionic’s Chardonnay high heel sandalstheir heels are low enough for comfort. The adjustable hook-and-loop closure of the sandals ensures a perfect fit so they are never too tight or too loose.

Beckett Simonon Anders splits the toe derby It is our favorite travel shoes for men. These calf leather derdogs are as comfortable as sneakers, but look sophisticated when you’re having dinner or business trips. Our testers especially like leather-lined insoles that fit the wearer’s feet for custom insoles.

The best all-around walking shoes: New Balance Munisex T500

Who would have thought sports shoes would become fashionable? These days, you will see chunky white sneakers on your young and fashionable feet. For the line between comfort and fashion for a pair of toes, we like New Balance’s T500 Universal Sports Shoes.

These tennis shoes have perforated toe boxes that are breathable, suede and Nubak’s construction durable. White will be carried around, and the understated design helps these shoes maintain timeless fashion.

Best Boots for Hiking: Teva Grandview Gore-Tex Hiking Boots

Imagine the support of hiking boots combined with the comfort of Teva sandals – that’s exactly what you get Teva Grandview Gore-Tex Hiking Boots. Weighing just 13.5 ounces, these lightweight boots make you feel agile and energetic all day on the trails.

Don’t let their weight fool you – these boots are full of performance features. The waterproof Gore-Tex membrane keeps feet dry, while the Vibram Mega Grip outsole will be very traction on any terrain. The cushioned and supported insoles provide all-day comfort, and the premium leather construction means they look like they explore the city as if they are on trails, especially in smooth black colors.

We are also big fans of the spacious toe box, which gives swelling of the foot after flight, some much needed space, and an adjustable universal heel lock system that customizes the fit and prevents horrible toes from clogging on the drop. (Take it from us – your toenails will thank you.)