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Make Authentic Espadrilles in Barcelona

172 Reviews 4.95 out of 5 stars Based on 172 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | Barcelona, Spain
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Barcelona's #1 Espadrilles Experience!
Explore the history of the traditional Catalan Espadrilles, stitch your own pair and take it home as the most amazing souvenir.
Reviewed as a once-in-a-lifetime experience by more than 10,000 guests. Awarded Cool Shore Excursions Travellers' Choice in 2021 & 2023. A must-do in Barcelona according to BuzzFeed, The New York Times & many more.
We will meet at our workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. This is where you will become an insider on the history of this humble people's shoe that evolved into a major fashion trend.
Together with master artisans you will craft your own pair of Espadrilles. Out of different combinations, you will chose the size of the base, the stitching style and the color and type of the laces, you will learn the different ways to lace them up!
At the end, you will feel like a true artisan.
You'll get a wearable memory of Barcelona hardly available to visitors and a really cool story to tell.

What's Included

  • Pair of custom-made espadrilles
  • Cava and snacks will be served during the session
  • 30€/pax include free flow of cava and extra food
  • Upgrade your experience for a premium base (wedge, heel or platform)
  • Transportation
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Carrer d'Avinyó
8, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

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First we will meet at the Entrance Hall where we will have a some drinks while you learn about the humble origins of this show that today is considered a luxury item in the fashion world.
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Then we will learn about the different traditional materials and we will choose the different colors, sizes and styles.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Once ready, we are going to sit down on the Workshop tables and we will make our own traditional espadrilles, and then learn the different ways to lace them up.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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To finish our lovely experience we will open a bottle of cava, dance, take pictures with our new shoes and have fun! After all of this, each guest will leave with their own creation and with a really cool story to tell to friends, something that is hardly available to the visitors, not even locals.A wearable memory of Spain.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Make Authentic Espadrilles in Barcelona?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-189147P2

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Pair of custom-made espadrilles
  • Cava and snacks will be served during the session
  • 30€/pax include free flow of cava and extra food
  • Upgrade your experience for a premium base (wedge, heel or platform)
  • Transportation

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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