Make Authentic Espadrilles in San Juan
At a glance
Make Authentic Espadrilles in San Juan is a 2h 1m guided experience in San Juan, Puerto Rico, operated by Handmade The Brand®. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $149.90 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Champagne, juice and water, Shoemaking tools, snacks and nuts.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 1m
- Group
- Small group, up to 40 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
San Juan's #1 Espadrilles Experience!
Explore the history of the traditional 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 Tripadvisor 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 products. This is where you 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. Handpicking out of 100k+ 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 San Juan (hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell. Are you ready?
What's included
What's included
- Champagne, juice and water
- Shoemaking tools
- snacks and nuts
Not included
- 30 USD/pax for free flow of cava and extra food
- Upgrade your experience for a premium base (wedge, heel or platform)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
We will first meet at the Entrance Hall of the Handmade Shop where we will learn about the humble origins of this shoe that today is considered a luxury item in the fashion world.
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Stop 2 · 20m
Then we will learn about the different traditional materials and we will choose the different colors, sizes and styles.
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Stop 3 · 1h
Once ready, we are going to sit down on the Workshop tables and we will stitch our own traditional espadrilles, and then learn the different ways to lace them up.
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Stop 4 · 25m
To finish our lovely experience we will open a bottle of champagne, dance, take pictures with our new shoes and have fun!
Each guest will leave with its own creation and with a really cool story to tell to friends, something that it is hardly available to the visitors, not even locals. A wearable memory of your visit to San Juan.
Meeting point
We will have the experience in our workshop in Viejo San Juan, at the HANDMADE THE BRAND® shop, known for artisanal and traditional products.
PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WORKSHOP MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AFTER THE START TIME
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Make Authentic Espadrilles in San Juan take?
The experience lasts about 2h 1m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $149.90 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Champagne, juice and water; Shoemaking tools; snacks and nuts.
Where does it start?
We will have the experience in our workshop in Viejo San Juan, at the HANDMADE THE BRAND® shop, known for artisanal and traditional products. PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WORKSHOP MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AFTER THE START TIME
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in San Juan.
