Make Authentic Espadrilles in Puerto Plata｜Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata's #1 Espadrilles Experience!

Explore the history of the traditional espadrilles, stitch your own pair and take it home as the most amazing souvenir. Perfect for anyone aged 6-99+.

The hosts were reviewed as a once-in-a-lifetime experience by more than 10,000 guests. Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice in 2021 & 2023. Featured by BuzzFeed, The New York Times, Washington Post & many more.

We will meet at our workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. This is where you will become an insider on the history of this humble people's shoe that evolved into a major fashion trend.

You will find out the deepest secrets of this wonderful tradition. Together with master artisans you will craft your own pair of Espadrilles. Choosing from 100k+ different combinations, you will choose the size of the base, the stitching style and the color and type of the laces. Once done, you will learn the different ways to lace them up!

At the end, when stepping into your own creation of Espadrilles, you will feel like a true artisan. You'll get a wearable memory of Puerto Plata (one that is hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell. Are you ready?