The Best Barefoot Sandals for Kids

Last updated: May 2, 2025
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Two kids standing side by side with their feet visible wearing kids colorful barefoot summer sandals from Zeazoo

Barefoot kids sandals are a healthier alternative to the typical sandals you find at the store. They have a wide toe box, flexible sole, and a secure fit so your child can run and play without discomfort – and so their little feet can move and feel the ground beneath them. All of it is so important for their development!

Below you will find our favorite barefoot sandals for kids that let their toes be free while still protecting them from hot pavement, insects, and other summer-time hazards.

Close toed barefoot sandals

We love closed toed sandals for kids best, because they stay really secure on the foot while still being breathable and practical for play.

A child wearing navy blue Reima Rantaan barefoot budget friendly inexpensive summer sandals

Reima Rantaan – Use ANYA20 for 20% off your first purchase. These are a great budget option that breathes well and is high quality.

Sideview of Feelgrounds Arcade barefoot vegan kids sandals in navy blue and orange worn by a child

Feelgrounds Arcade – These are a good breathable vegan option for kiddos wide with feet. You can use code ANYA5 for 5% off.

A young child's feet in Wildling Feather barefoot partially closed toe sandals with an ultra minimal flexible outsole

Wildling Feather – Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one-time free shipping offer. The lightest weight sandal there is!

A close up of a child's feet standing on rocks in a stream of water wearing blue Vivobarefoot Ultra barefoot sandals water shoes

Vivobarefoot Ultra – The Ultra Bloom (available seasonally) is a favorite water friendly shoe for us! Comes in the full size range for big and little kids. Use code ANYA25VB for 25% off everything but Sensus sandals, and Gobi sneakers. You can use code ARVIVO20 20% off those.

Ten Little Splash sandals in an aqua green color being worn by a toddler. The wide toe box is at the forefront of the image and they are being worn as a barefoot replacement for Crocs for toddlers

Ten Little Splash Sandals – Our fave water-friendly budget sandal for little kids! Goes up to US kids 13

Zeazoo – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. We also carry Zeazoo sandals for kids & adults at Anya’s Shop for easier US access! These have a natural chrome free leather lining so are gentle on skin.