Make Authentic Espadrilles in Barcelona
Luis and his wife Kathe are the founders and artisans of HANDMADE BARCELONA®, an ethical brand of handmade traditional shoes from Cataluña, Spain. They have been making shoes for many years in their family-owned factories in Spain.
They have been hosting a very successful experience teaching travelers how to stitch traditional Catalan espadrilles for a long time. This unique experience has brought them many good reviews in 2019 as a must-do in Barcelona and it is within the 10% Top Experiences Worldwide.
They are not only experts when it comes to espadrilles, but they're also fun and entertaining with their anecdotes and insider stories. Their workshops always turn into a party with music, drinks and dance.
This tour transports you to their workshop in Barcelona and it includes the pair of shoes, food and drinks. It is unique, difficult to get anywhere else, full of insider knowledge and fun. The best way to start your day in Cataluña.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Handmade Barcelona, Carrer del Call 11b, 08002 Barcelona Spain
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Handmade Barcelona, Carrer del Call 11b, 08002 Barcelona Spain
Then we will learn about the different traditional materials and we will choose the different colors, sizes and styles.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Handmade Barcelona, Carrer del Call 11b, 08002 Barcelona Spain
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Handmade Barcelona, Carrer del Call 11b, 08002 Barcelona Spain
To finish our lovely experience we will open a bottle of champagne, 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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Pair of custom-made espadrilles
- Snacks - Cava and Tapas served as a surprise in the middle of the session
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- It is an online experience, all safety measures will be taken at each guest home.
- This experience 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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