Can you wear Converse in Spain?

The rest of the year you can wear flats or cute sandals, but never flip-flops. You can only wear flip-flops on the beach, to walk to your towel. If you are over 18 years old, you are not allowed to wear sneakers, unless they are oxford shoes or converses and you are an alternative hippy or perroflauta.



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Sneakers are also a staple piece when traveling in Spain, which makes exploring much more comfortable. Nicer sneakers are paired with EVERYTHING. This includes dresses, skirts, shorts, jeans you name it. Currently, platform sneakers can be frequently seen throughout the day.

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I've lived in Madrid and Barcelona and would say that white trainers are perfectly acceptable depending on where you want to go and also depending on your age group and cultural leanings.

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Skip the heels, especially on cobblestone streets. Spanish cities, towns, and villages require a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must when traveling. Sneakers are completely acceptable, as are other types of comfortable or flat walking shoes.

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We show you that you can wear sneakers while traveling through Europe. There is a common misconception that all Europeans wear fancy shoes and if you wear sneakers in Europe you'll immediately be pegged as a tourist and be constantly accosted by roving hoards of pickpockets.

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That being said, the dress sense in Barcelona is pretty relaxed, so you can wear jeans, t-shirts, and non-running sneakers in the evenings. However, you'll need a few dressier options if you're planning on eating at upscale restaurants or wine bars.

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Apparel and footwear are, in average, 8% cheaper in the country than the average in Europe, according to the last data published by European statistics agency Eurostat. In fact, to buy apparel and footwear in the Spanish market is cheaper than in 27 of the thirty countries analyzed in 2018.

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To not stand out as a tourist, wear what the locals wear--- neutral colors, scarves, and layers. Second, tourists should look like they know where they're going even if they don't. Standing on the street, looking confused, and staring at a map easily identifies people as tourists.

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