The Most Comfortable Travel Shoes I've Ever Worn—PureWow Editors Weigh In
With original photos of the cushiest choices
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Finding the right travel shoe can take time; you want something that’s comfortable, versatile and packable (especially if you’re traveling with just a carry-on), all without breaking the bank. It’s a tall order, I get it, which is why I reached out to my fellow PureWow editors to get their recs for the most comfortable travel shoes that are as suitable for sitting on hours-long flights as they are for sightseeing and walking…a lot. From the cult-favorite Birkenstock Bostons that one editor says make getting through the TSA line a breeze to the Adidas Sambas that got me through 100 miles of walking without a single blister, here are the most comfortable travel shoes money can buy, including sandals, sneakers, ballet flats and clogs.
How I Chose the Most Comfortable Travel Shoes
To narrow down this list of the 10 most comfortable travel shoes, I polled PureWow editors for their tried-and-true picks. I made sure to include a variety of styles (even for those folks who refuse to wear sneakers), price points and materials, and cross-checked editor recommendations with customer reviews to ensure each pair was worthy of the title ‘comfortable travel shoes.’
Dana Dickey
Senior Editor
- Writes about fashion, wellness, relationships and travel
- Oversees all LA/California content and is the go-to source for where to eat, stay and unwind on the west coast
- Studied journalism at the University of Florida
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