Exploring the city, wearing comfy shoes

Whether you’re planning on wandering through Qatar’s historic markets and along the shoreline, down Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, in one of Morocco’s vibrant metropolis’, or through Grenada’s capital city of St. George’s, you’ll need a great pair of kicks that can stand up to the task. The below footwear is ideal for city travelers, explorers that will hit the 10,000 steps mark and beyond.

Traveling and exploring urban destinations usually means that you’ll be walking a lot. Make sure you pack along footwear that will not only feel good on your feet, but also, support your natural movement. Xero Shoes are designed to be minimal and lightweight, with zero cushioning, which allows wearers to experience healthy organic movement. Toe boxes are wide as well so your toes can spread out. Shoes in this line are flexible, easy to pack, and ideal for casual wear. Select styles are made for hiking or running. The Phoenix Leather Women’s Dressy Flats, $100, are comfortable and stylish. You’ll be able to wear these lifestyle kicks all day while you wander around the city.

Michelle Pointed Toe Bow Loafers

For those outfits that need a bit of pizazz in the shoe department, without sacrificing comfort, choose VIVAIA’s Michelle Pointed Toe Bow Loafers, $89. With contrast detailing and a sharp silhouette, these lovelies will pair well with dresses and skirts as well as jeans. Plus, the knit uppers, made from recycled plastic bottles, are flexible and soft, making it easy to pack in a suitcase. What’s more, you can wash these shoes in the washing machine! When you’re exploring an urban area on foot, you can rest assured that your feet will feel happy.

Donna Hemp Sidewalk Surfer slip-ons

The Donna Hemp Sidewalk Surfer slip-ons from Sanuk, $55, have a rubber sponge outsole and an antimicrobial inner lining. These shoes are easy to wear, and they won’t take up too much space in your suitcase. With three colors to choose from, you can style these choose with a variety of outfits. Explore urban art fairs, wander through a music festival, buy goods at the local farmer’s market—these shoes will take you where you need to go.

If you’re traveling to a warm destination, a comfortable pair of sandals are in order. Look no further than Dansko’s Reece, $125, a casual leather sandal that will pair well with jeans, skirts, shorts, or dresses. The toe loop and adjustable back strap will keep your feet from sliding all over the shoe and the mid-coverage design will provide a cooling effect. You’ll love the memory foam footbed, cork midsole, rubber outsole, and variety of color options—these shoes are built to last.

The Women’s Low Rider V-Cut Boot

One of the best shoe companies out there, Kodiak, makes a versatile, stylish, and comfortable boot—shoe hybrid. The Women’s Low Rider V-Cut Boot, $100, is made with premium soft leather and a lightweight lining—perfect for spring and summer urban exploring. These kicks, which look better as they age, come in four different colors and can be paired with a variety of travel outfits.

For a workhorse of a shoe, with plenty of traction, choose the Thatcher Low WP women’s waterproof hiking sneaker from Forsake, $140. Pick from four different colors for these lace up kicks that are made for wandering outside—on the streets, through parks, and across the occasional stream. These low top beauties won’t be too bulky for packing and they’re more lightweight than a traditional hiking boot. Great for city waking, they’re stylish, cute, and versatile.

A crisp pair of white shoes goes well with a variety of outfits—from dresses to jeans. When strolling through cities on foot—roaming from restaurant to hotel to museum, the Whisper White Evermore Sneakers from VIVAI, $109, have your back. These comfy kicks with a round toe are sustainably made, in a classic silhouette. The knit upper is crafted from recycled plastic bottles while the rubber outsoles are made Carbon-free. You can feel good while doing good.

For a great slide that will transport you from the city to the beach, choose the Women’s Chillos Slide from Chaco, $50. Comfortable, yet snug, these ultralight sport sandals are like little clouds on your feet. If you’ve spent an entire day walking around town, exploring all the important sites, then you’ll want a recovery shoe with support that will let your feet relax and breathe.