What shoes to wear in Italy to not look like a tourist?

Opt for a pair of comfortable leather boots, flats, or dress shoes instead of blinged out sneakers. Avoid carrying a fanny pack or large backpack with you, since it makes you look like a tourist and tells pickpockets that you're carrying money around.



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Italians tend to dress simply and stylishly and in fitted rather than baggy clothing. Choose neutral colors like black, dark blue, beige, and white and pack button-down shirts and blouses; chinos; knee-length or below skirts; and a blazer or leather jacket if you're traveling in the shoulder seasons.

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First thing's first: Italians love a versatile sneaker that's comfy enough to wear trekking through cliffside Italian towns but also stylish enough to wear with a sundress while strolling through a city center.

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– The best shoes for Italy are the ones you can comfortably walk in. Sneakers are fine also in Italy, but again, maybe not in a fancy restaurant. So consider taking also some nice pair of shoes with you.

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Sandals for Italy While you may want to bring a delicate, strappy sandal, I recommend bringing a sandal that's sturdy and has a lip in the front. Everyday Sandals – I'm a huge fan of Birkenstocks. They're my go-to sandal for walking around in Italy.

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Watch What You Wear Avoid bright-colored clothes and wear muted colors instead. Ditch the white sneakers, bulky cargo shorts, and yoga pants, and opt for comfortable shoes and casual pants like khakis. Forget the fanny pack and hulking backpacks. Carry only what you need.

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Dress appropriately for the place we're visiting If we truly want to blend into a crowd, we shouldn't wear anything that will draw attention to us such as that colourful Hawaiian shirt or baseball memorabilia from home. Additionally, it's imperative to be respectful of local cultures and customs.

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DO dress a little nicer than you would in America. There is no dress code when going to most restaurants but you might receive some funny looks if you show up in sweats. Dressing well is respectful and you'll want to try to blend in with the locals.

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I wouldn't recommend wearing shorts in October. Light jeans, cotton pants or hiking pants are better options, and make sure to bring a light jumper or cardigan with you to put on when you go inside any sites or churches, which will likely feel cooler.

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