Barcelona Espadrilles: Craft Your Own Souvenir

Join Luis and Kathe, founders of HANDMADE BARCELONA®, for a unique and fun espadrilles workshop in Barcelona. Learn to make traditional Catalan shoes while enjoying tapas, cava, and lively entertainment.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Handmade Barcelona - 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.
  • Handmade Barcelona - Then we will learn about the different traditional materials and we will choose the different colors, sizes and…
What's Included
  • Pair of custom-made espadrilles
  • Cava and snacks served during the session
What's Not Included
  • 30€/pax include free flow of cava and extra food
  • Upgrade your experience for a premium base (wedge, heel or platform)
  • Transportation
Additional Information

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 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice in 2021 & 2023. A must-do in Barcelona according to BuzzFeed, The New York…

Location
Carrer d'Avinyó, 8
Carrer d'Avinyó
The artisans will receive you in the Gothic Quarter, a famous neighborhood known for artisanal products and little shops in Barcelona, at our HANDMADE THE BRAND® shop. PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WORKSHOP MORE THAN 15 MINUTES AFTER THE START TIME
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Alyssa_s
Dec 22, 2025
This was one the best... - This was one the best parts of our trip and a great family activity! The espadrilles are perfect. The staff and teacher are so patient. Great memory and moments!
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Anna_d
Nov 30, 2025
Amazing activity - This was the ABSOLUTE best activity I have ever done anywhere. Pilu and Jordi (sorry if spelled their names wrong) were thoroughly entertaining and hospitable. They explained the history of the espadrille while they guided the small group in how to decorate them ourselves. Refreshments were provided which was also wonderful. The shop also had beautiful hand made espadrilles and hand painted boots & sneakers. I enjoyed this activity so much, I’d love to come back again with friends. Recommend highly!! Thanks Pilu & Jordi!
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Charlottee585
Nov 13, 2025
Make a pair of authentic espadrilles - We had booked a walking of old Barcelona and passed by Handmade Barcelona, a wonderful shop in the old town. I wanted a pair of authentic espadrilles, which are hard to find in Toronto, where I live. Our guide told us that I could book a workshop to make a pair - I was in! I don't do crafts - I don't knit, or crochet or quilt - and the workshop leaders were so kind and supportive. You don't actually make your espadrilles from scratch - whew! - you choose the pair you want and then you decorate them, all the while learning the history of the shoes, which was fascinating. Did you know the raffia looking trim around the soles is made from dried grass? Neither did I! Such a terrific experience - complete with a glass of champagne!
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Victorm_o
Nov 4, 2025
We are proud owners of our own handmade shoes! - I’ve never heard about the Espadrille shoes let alone a workshop. After today’s experience, it is a must do! Stephanie and Pilu were great host. My wife and I had a wonderful time learning about the shoes and building our own shoes. My and and I can say we are proud owners of our own Espadrille shoes. Bravo!!! Great jobs and great hosts. Thank you!!!!
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Brett_t
Aug 8, 2025
Amazing! - Stephanie and Pilu were amazing. Great experience! Products were high quality and service amazing. Not to be missed on a trip to the Gothic Quarter…
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Terry_r
Jun 9, 2025
Everyone at Handmade was... - Everyone at Handmade was great. They guide you through the process, encourage you, and you have a pair of Espadrilles to take home. The Cava was fun too. It was a fabulous experience and I highly recommend it.
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Zoe_f
May 31, 2025
A unique experience! - What an unique experience in Barcelona. We had such a good time making our own espadrillas and have the best souvenir of all times!
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Njruss
Oct 11, 2025
Lovely shoes but watch your bag - Lovely workshop and fun... except that my bag went missing during it. The shop is closed during the workshop so I didn't think anyone would steal anything. However, the shop front is open to let in air with just a rope across. Neither me nor the other four attendees saw anyone enter but the host said at one point there was a man who came in "browsing" the store. Of the attendees, I was seated closest to doorway, which was still over halfway back into the shop. When I went to get my reading glasses from my bag I discovered that it was gone. I have talked to the store and hopefully they improve security but I would recommend putting your bag on the stairs or at the very back of the shop (it's hard to wear it during the workshop as you move around).
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188renuy
Aug 21, 2025
Buyer beware - We bought over $300 worth of shoes, and the sales associates did not make us aware of the VAT form. When we called, there was no way to reach them.
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Sharon_p
Jun 19, 2025
Decorating rather than making - This activity was something I’d really looked forward to but I came away disappointed. It should not be called espadrille making when all you are really doing is decorating a simple shoe base that has already been made by adding ribbons or charms to your personal taste. Although I knew the base took a long time to set, I did expect to at least be stitching the fabric components, not merely adding ribbon decorations and ties. The types of decorations you can make in the class are also restricted to 3 options. You cannot choose to make more complicated decorative features even if you are an experienced needle worker. We started half an hour late waiting for one participant but that wasn’t an issue because the activity only lasted an hour and we still finished 30 minutes earlier than expected. We were not given much information at all about the origins or background to espadrilles and I had to ask the reason for the different decorations in different regional areas. The snacks were not great and we chose not to have the wine.
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From $116
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).