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Those cobblestone streets and packed itinerary have got nothing on these cute ’n’ comfy pair of shoes.

I'm a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics from beauty to home to travel, while having a special enthusiasm for K-beauty, quirky (but useful!) trinkets, and all things luxe and aesthetic.

Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women’s.

Promising reviews: "These shoes are super comfortable and supportive. I used to play pickleball on hard court surfaces with tennis shoes with little padding. I developed sore feet, which had a term — plantar fasciitis!! These New Balance tennis shoes with thick memory foam inserts saved the day! I can keep playing the game I love, and my foot pain is nearly gone! Best tennis shoes ever! And they come in wide too, which makes the fit perfect!!!" —Library

"I love these! They are the perfect dad sneakers and super in style! I love the blue color as well. They’re comfortable, great quality, and they provide a lot of support. They’re true to size as well." —Stephanie Russell

Get them from Amazon for $49.97+ (available in sizes 5–12, including narrow and wide sizes, and four styles). 

Promising review: "I walk for exercise. I go to the gym three times a week and walk one mile around the track. I also walk at home on off days. They are comfortable and fit well. I think they will hold up. Thank you to Christian, who listened to my needs and suggested this shoe." —Susanlovesart

Get them from Hoka for $124+ (available in women's sizes 4–12, including regular, wide, and X-wide, and 19 colors) or Amazon for $148+ (available in women's sizes 4–12, including regular, wide, and X-wide, and five colors).

I spent three weeks traveling through eight different European cities, and let me tell you — bringing these sandals with me was probably one of the best decisions I've ever made. My most worn pair of shoes during my trip, hands down. The reasons I was on the hunt for comfy sandals were 1. I didn't want my feet enclosed all day while trekking the whole city in warm weather, and 2. Some outfits simply pair better with sandals. I hiked up to the Acropolis of Athens in these babies, and that stone floor was slippery. And still, out of my group of 11 family members and friends, I was the first one to make it to the top (and yes, I did brag). I even told two of my friends that went with me to get these for the trip, and they were eternally grateful for my rec. 

Promising review: "As someone who owns several pairs of Birks, these sandals are absolutely up to the expectations of real Birks! The Birks I have are the Arizona soft footbed. I wanted this style of Birks, but I couldn’t find the soft footbed version of them. I saw these and thought I might as well try them for the price. Let me tell you, these are even comfier than my soft-footbed Arizona Birks! Omg, they feel amazing. They are nice and padded! They are so adorable, too! Great quality." —Lee

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in women's sizes 5–12, two widths, and 19 colors).

Promising review: "I’ve worn these everywhere!! They are super comfy and lightweight, go with everything, and run true to size. I got them in white as well, and I’m obsessed. I’ve been to a concert in them, driven in them, and also, I went on vacation recently and walked all over the city, went out, and danced at bars. I’ve never had a pair of heels that are so comfy! Seriously, so worth the money." —Courtney Wilson

Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 10 colors).

FYI: These are made from recycled bottles!

Promising review: "I bought these shoes to wear on vacation to the Grand Canyon. I did a lot of walking on that trip, and my feet never hurt, and I still looked cute. Then a few months later, we went to Durango, Colorado, and did a ton of walking, and again, my feet never hurt. I washed them and let them air dry several times over the next year, and they came out great every time. They soon became my daily shoes to wear around the house. I have already bought a second pair to replace them, so I can still look cute and be comfortable, and wear the first pair when I water the garden. I would definitely recommend these shoes!" —J. Perkins

Get them from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in sizes 5–13, including wide sizes, and in six styles — not all styles available in all sizes). 

I present to you: my holy grail travel sneakers. These bbs are so lightweight, you could probably set them on a balcony, and a mere breeze would blow them away (okay, I'm not sure how accurate that actually is, but I swear I can't be far off). But don't let their cute 'n' casual look and light-as-a-feather weight fool you — these shoes mean BUSINESS. I've worn these on a three-hour tour of the Vatican, through the Colosseum, and finished the day off with a cobblestone-filled walk back to the hotel — and I felt like I was ~floating~ through it all. And that was just *one* day. They do scuff up a bit easily, but they're a breeze to clean. Nothing some handy-dandy shoe wipes can't handle! Trust me, the cloud-like comfort these shoes offer is 1,000% worth it.

Promising review: "This is the review you need, I promise. Let me start by saying that once booking a 5-week study abroad trip to Italy, my search began for the perfect tennis shoe. These were the top-recommended shoes everywhere, so I took the leap. I wore these shoes almost every single day in Italy, averaging about 20,000+ steps per day without even breaking these shoes in, and let me tell you, THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT. These shoes did not hurt my feet the ENTIRE trip; they were so comfortable and had amazing support. How easily they dirty was so irrelevant to me after how amazing they held up otherwise and how comfortable they were for me. Because of this, I would 100000% recommend these shoes to anyone who is traveling and walking a lot and needs a cute yet comfy shoe, or even as an everyday shoe. They are not super hard to clean, but not necessarily easy either, so just keep that in mind; but the shoes held up amazingly and went with all my outfits. I am so thankful I got them for my trip!" —Hannah Grella

Get them from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in sizes 5–13 and in 30 colors).

Promising review: "These are a perfect fit and feel like I am slipping my feet into butter. They are airy and cool. I tested them out and vacuumed and mopped the house in them. No sweaty feet, no slipping on the wet floor. They can go with anything: Dress them up, formal wear, throw 'em on with cut-off shorts and a tank top, a sundress, jeans and a tee, anything, even PJs. They are shoes to travel in, fly in, and go to Disneyland in. They cover my whole foot, and I don't have to worry about missing the pedicure lady. They don't pinch, they are well-made, no threads or seams pinch or are stiff or give me pressure spots to cause blisters or soreness after hours of wear — it's like going barefoot. Get a little dirt on them, and they just wipe right off. I will definitely be buying another pair from this company. For the price, they are worth it." —hotmdc

Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in sizes 5–12 and nine colors).

Promising reviews: "I have several pairs of Rothy’s in a very similar style to these, and they are actually just as comfortable right out of the box as Rothy’s…maybe more so. I also purchased it in black. LOVE THEM!!" —Amazon Customer

"I couldn’t be happier with these flats! As a result of them dropping in price, I purchased four pairs in varying colors to wear with jeans and sweaters. Not only do they look cute, but they are also decently padded and comfortable. I have been buying Vivaia flats for over $100, and these look just as good and are more comfortable to wear." —PSK

Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in women's sizes 6–10 and 14 colors and patterns).

Promising review: "I have had the brown color of these sandals for going on three years now. They are the most comfortable sandals ever. I've worn them all over on several vacations, all over Vegas. No blisters!! So cute and casual. Ordered white and will probably order the black! They are my favorite ever!!!" —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–12, including wide sizes, and 10 color/style combinations).

Promising review: "These shoes were the MVP of my 16 day euro trip. I wore them on boats, in the club, in the ocean, walking around town and more and they held up and never hurt. Are they the most attractive? No. BUT when you’re on a marathon of partying and beaching it’s not about that! Just buy them and thank me later!" —Caylee

Get them from Amazon for $38.96+ (available in whole sizes 4–11 and two colors). 

Here's what former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Brittany Ross says about them: "I bought these boots last year, and they quickly became the ones I reach for whenever I'm not wearing sneakers. They're SO comfortable (I've worn them walking around both NYC and Europe for hours on end), and that bit of extra height makes 5' tall me feel like I can take on the world. They're also ridiculously cute and worth every cent of what they cost, thanks to their durability and versatility. I've worn them in the rain and never once worried about slipping! Best of all, they look great with a casual jeans look or gussied up with a slip skirt, which I've paired them with on many occasions. I know they'll last me a long time, but I'm already certain I won't hesitate to buy a replacement pair when they finally give out. 10/10, buy them! Oh, and FYI, they run a little big, so consider sizing down!"

Promising review: "I have been wearing Docs for years now, and this pair has to take first place for comfort. They're incredibly cute and versatile, can be dressed up or down, and just like any other pair, are faithfully durable. Docs always run big, so I sized a full size down and still comfortably wear them with thin-thick socks. I brought them on a long trip, wore them in various weather conditions like rain/snow/forest trails, and they worked great." —Stacy Cruz

Get them from Amazon for $82.89+ (available in sizes 5–11).

Promising review: "I live in the desert and noticed our upcoming trip to London had rain in the forecast nearly every day. I didn’t want to walk around in wet tennis shoes, and we were planning a trip with heavy walking. I have problems with plantar fasciitis, so I was skeptical. I usually buy expensive, supportive shoes. But I took a chance. These boots did not disappoint. I ended up wearing them every day in London. They were very comfortable, my feet stayed dry, they were super cute, and the best part, ZERO foot pain. We walked a lot, 7–8 miles a day. I will put these in my closet for other rainy-day trips!" —volvomom

Get them from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 11 colors).

Promising reviews: "They felt weird the first time I put them on…but as I started walking in them, it got better! Usually my feet are killing me by the end of the day, or I’m just super sweaty in my dress shoes, but these are like walking on a literal CLOUD ☁️ and they let my feet breathe!" —Alyssa

"Literally the BEST shoes ever! So comfy. I spent a whole day at Disney with no complaints. Normally, I'm tired after two hours of walking in the park, but with these babies, I was up and walking alll day with no problem." —Katherine

Get them from Amazon for $38+ (available in sizes 5–11 and three colors). 

Macarena Collection is a small biz based in Buena Park, California! Since they only make whole sizes, they suggest sizing down if you're in between sizes, as the shoes will stretch and mold to your feet as you wear them.

Promising review: "Can I give these 1,000 stars? They are soooooo comfortable!!! I was afraid because my feet are on the wider side, but oh my do they fit absolutely amazingly well!! Don’t hesitate to buy them!! I love them! I love them! I love them!!" —Jennifer Baez

Get them from Macarena Collection on Etsy for $59.62 (originally $79.49; available in sizes 5–10).

Promising review: "I traveled to Belize for a girls' trip. All six of us ordered these shoes. They are very supportive, comfortable, and protect your feet/toes. The shoes are lightweight, easy to pack, and also dry quickly. I also was never worried they were going to fall off because of the elastic adjustable strap. They were true to size for all of us. We used the shoes at the ATM, Cave, and Rio Frio Waterfalls. It happens to rain a lot, so we also wore them to the ATV because the puddles were ankle-deep on the ATV. I also wore them when in the ocean because the floor was rocky in some parts. I highly recommend purchasing these shoes." —Shawna W

Get them from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and in 30 colors).

Sizing up a half size if you have wide feet is recommended.

Promising review: "I have purchased three different pairs of these shoes because of the color variety and the comfort! I’ve had my black and gray pair for 3+ years, and I still wear them. When traveling overseas, I wanted something neutral to blend with everything I wore. First time wearing them was walking around Portugal, walked 13,000 steps that day, and they were perfect! I never had any rubbing or cuts on my feet from where they touch my ankles. As a slip-on shoe, I never felt insecure walking up inclines, cobblestones, or stairs while traveling. This is my go-to for a slip-on shoe because of the color options and comfort." —Bethany

Get them from Amazon for $21.24+ (available in sizes 5–13, including wide, and in 33 colors).

Promising reviews: "Wore them for a five-hour retail shift right out of the box. So comfortable." —Mcmorrang

"I’m extremely picky when it comes to my shoes, and these ballet flats are perfection. Can be worn with jeans or with a dress. Versatile and well priced." —Fancy feet

Get it from Everlane for $178 (available in sizes 5–11 and in six colors).

Promising review: "I wore these shoes on my recent Disney trip. We did two back-to-back days, park hopping between Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Animal Kingdom. I was in them for 14 hours each day, and I walked over 25,000 steps (over 10 miles) each day. No blisters or rubbing at all. I wore no-show socks. I’m so impressed. I didn’t expect them to be this good. I loved having cute shoes that look good with my outfits and in pictures, but also feel good, and these are perfect. They’re true to size and fit my wide feet well. They got a little dingy, so I threw them in the washing machine on delicate cycle and then air dried them, and they cleaned up really well." —Katie T.

Get them from Amazon for $78.29+ (available in sizes 5–11 and nine colors).

Promising review: "This is now my go-to travel shoe. I first wore them on my vacation to Curacao, and they were the perfect shoes for the walking tour of Willemstad. I didn't get the chance to break them in before traveling, but turns out I didn't need to. They are comfortable and don't rub the back of my foot, which usually happens with shoes of this style. I wear them everywhere at this point, and I will reorder for my next vacation as I have worn out the first pair." —Janjan

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes 5-11, including wide and X-wide, and 10 colors).

Promising review: "Oh, so comfortable. It's important to me to tell others that I have VERY FLAT FEET. Usually, a flat sandal is painful to wear. These have SO much cushion. I can wear and walk in them all day with no issues." —Sharon West

Get it from Amazon for $15.59+ (available in sizes 5–15, including wide sizes, and eight colors).

Promising review: "Reaching for these sandals more and more because they’re comfy, cute, and elevate my outfits! They didn’t require any breaking in, and I’ve worn them for an entire day out and had no issues with long-term wear. Fit was true to size. Going to get another color since I love them so much!" —Nidhi Patel

Get them from Amazon for $26.09+ (available in sizes 6–10, in two heel heights, and 19 colors). 

FYI, aside from their style and comfort, Tevas are *known* for their durability — one reviewer said their first pair lasted for over 20 YEARS. This isn't your average sandal that falls apart after one season.  

Promising reviews: "These sandals are SO comfortable. I got them to wear on a trip to Hawaii, and they were the best thing I brought. Easy to walk in the sand, so comfortable to walk on any terrain. You can wash them off if they get dirty. So cushy and soft. Velcro for easy walking and adjustments. Such a good sandal for a walking or beach trip. I can't wait to wear them this summer. They are so cute too!! The mid-height is the perfect height and can be dressed up or down. So cute with activewear or with a summer dress. Love!!" —natasha

"My niece recommended Teva, so I decided to give it a try, especially for an upcoming trip to the mountains. Yesterday, I was caught in a rainstorm and stepped into a stream of rainwater that was over my feet. My Tevas performed beautifully. They dried quickly, didn't slip in the water, and they also stayed perfectly on my feet. I like the adjustability of the straps in several places where you can fit them to your foot. I actually bought two pairs (different colors) of Tevas at the same time, and I am enjoying both of them! I highly recommend!" —J L Phillips

Get them from Amazon for $48.09+ (available in sizes 5–13 and eight styles). 

Promising reviews: "My go-to pair of shoes. They go with everything, last a long time, and are so so comfy — I can walk hours and hours in them with no problems. I average at a size 6.5, but I get a 6 in these, and they fit perfectly." —Al33

"These are by far the BEST SHOES EVER, no exaggeration!!! This is the best purchase I have made all year. I am thrilled with the size, comfort, and overall look of the shoe. I see why they’re so popular." —Lashania

Get them from Amazon for $71.23+ (available in sizes 6–10.5 and nine colors) or Nike for $115 (available in sizes 5–12 and in two colors; you can also design your own!).

Promising review: "I'm obsessed with this shoe! I love that it fits like a bootie. Adorable with skinny jeans/leggings, dresses, etc. Can be dressed up or down — I wore them to a wedding in Greece, and also out and about during the day in Spain. Very comfortable for walking, dancing, whatever!" —jasmineflower

Get them from Amazon for $62.47+ (available in sizes 5–12 and three styles). 

Note: Some reviewers suggest ordering one size down.

Promising review: "I bought these when I was a retail manager at a grocery store, and I was required to walk and stand anywhere from 8–14 hours per day at my job. These shoes held up tremendously. I put 600–700 miles on them in six months, and even after I left the job, I still used them. Most comfortable memory foam I’ve ever bought." —Alex

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and 13 colors).

Promising review: "I wanted some chunky shoes so bad, and my husband bought me these! Sooooo happy! They're so comfortable and trendy!! I wear them with jean shorts, leggings, pants, just about everything. They're perfect. One of my favorite pairs of sneakers now!" —Jsb

Get them from Amazon for $64.82+ (available in sizes 5–13 and in four colors).

Ma'am Shoes is a woman-owned small biz that makes shoes with a focus on comfort, style, and sustainability. 

BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Danielle Healy LOVES these shoes: "Sometimes it feels like my feet are made of paper with how easily they blister. So when a brand markets itself as having a focus on stylish comfort, I am all ears. Fresh out of the box, I wore these red beauties out to dinner (a 20-minute walk each way), and my feet were no worse for wear. So I decided to put them through the ultimate test — a wedding. Even after hours of dancing, my feet felt great, and I got loads of compliments. A statement shoe that really does look and feel great? *Big swoon.*"

Get them from Ma’am Shoes for $150+ (originally $300; available in sizes 4.5–11 and five colors).

Promising review: "I broke the cardinal rule and took new shoes to Europe for vacation, but I relied on the past history I've had with many Clarks I've bought in the past, and wasn't disappointed. These shoes were troopers through all the cobblestone streets and climbing an ungodly amount of flights of stairs to visit castles." —cheekymonkey

Get them from Amazon for $66+ (available in sizes 4.5–12, including wide sizes, and in two styles). 

Promising reviews: "I absolutely LOVE these shoes! They are super comfy and adorable! I have a wide foot, so I went up a half size. They fit great! Despite the pointy look, my toes are not squished. The material of the shoe is a soft, suede-like fabric, so it stretches. No need to break in the shoes." —CSG

"Really love these loafers! They look way more expensive than they are, and are great travel shoes — comfortable in airports and on flights! Would absolutely repurchase!" —Matthew (Julie) LaRoche

Get them from Amazon for $14.31+ (available in sizes 5–15, including wide sizes, and 11 styles). 

Promising reviews: "These boots are great. They fit well and look like Dr. Martens. I wore them all night, one of the first nights I wore them, and didn't get any blisters, and my feet were comfortable all night. Highly recommend if you are looking for more affordable combat boots." —Kendall

"So I had an almost identical pair of boots that ripped right before my trip to Europe. I bought these like four days before and wore them for about eight days straight without breaking them in ahead of time. I had ZERO issues with these boots! No weird rubbing, no pain on any part of my foot from the boots themselves. I found myself SUPER impressed. Highly recommend." —Kelsey Southerland

Get them from Amazon for $39.19+ (available in sizes 5.5–10 and two colors).

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