{"id":1129,"date":"2013-11-27T15:39:32","date_gmt":"2013-11-27T08:39:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/?p=1129"},"modified":"2019-08-05T17:49:40","modified_gmt":"2019-08-05T10:49:40","slug":"what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/","title":{"rendered":"What to buy in Vietnam from North to South!"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_3996\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3996\" style=\"width: 945px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3996 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/what-to-buy-in-VN-2.jpg\" alt=\"what to buy in Vietnam\" width=\"945\" height=\"756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/what-to-buy-in-VN-2.jpg 945w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/what-to-buy-in-VN-2-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/what-to-buy-in-VN-2-768x614.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">what to buy in Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Many tourists enjoy souvenir shopping in Vietnam to not only commemorate their time in the country but also to give items as gifts or to purchase beautiful pieces for decoration. \u00a0Shopping is a must-have during your <a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/vietnam-itinerary-how-long-to-stay-in-ho-chi-minh-city-hanoi-hoi-an-halong-nha-trang\/\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Vietnam itinerary<\/a>. Vietnam is such a vast and varied country that it can be difficult to decipher what handicrafts make a region unique or where in the country is the best place to purchase certain Vietnamese items.\u00a0 In this edition of Vietnam travel tips, we break down exactly what is made in which part of the country and where to purchase it.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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IN VIETNAM:\u00a0&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#NORTHERN_VIETNAM\" >NORTHERN VIETNAM&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Sapa\" >What to buy in Sapa\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Hanoi\" >What to buy in Hanoi \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Halong_Bay\" >What to buy in Halong Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#CENTRAL_VIETNAM\" >CENTRAL VIETNAM&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Hue\" >What to buy in Hue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Da_Lat\" >What to buy in Da Lat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Da_Nang\" >What to buy in Da Nang<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#SOUTHERN_VIETNAM\" >SOUTHERN VIETNAM&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Ho_Chi_Minh_City\" >What to buy in Ho Chi Minh City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_Phu_Quoc\" >What to buy in Phu Quoc<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam-from-north-to-south\/#What_to_buy_in_the_Mekong_Delta\" >What to buy in the Mekong Delta<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_ESSENTIAL_BUYS_IN_VIETNAM\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0ESSENTIAL BUYS IN VIETNAM:\u00a0<span id=\"buy-content\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>(Please click on the link below to jump directly to the region you want to know)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-northern\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">NORTHERN VIETNAM\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-central\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">CENTRAL VIETNAM<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-southern\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">SOUTHERN VIETNAM<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NORTHERN_VIETNAM\"><\/span><strong>NORTHERN VIETNAM<span id=\"buy-northern\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1133\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1133\" style=\"width: 736px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1133 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/northern-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg\" alt=\"Handicrafts from Northern Vietnam\" width=\"736\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/northern-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg 736w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/northern-vietnam-handicrafts-300x87.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/northern-vietnam-handicrafts-150x43.jpg 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/northern-vietnam-handicrafts-400x116.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1133\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Handicrafts from Northern Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Sapa\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Sapa\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Vietnam is home to 53 ethnic minority groups and many of them live in Northern Vietnam near the border of China.\u00a0 They not only have a distinct culture and way of life, they also have unique handicrafts and ornaments that distinguish each group from the other.\u00a0 Many of the ethnic groups also grow their own indigo and rear sheep to loom and dye fabric.\u00a0 In the northern parts of Vietnam, be sure to shop for beautiful embroidered fabrics, naturally dyed fabrics, and silver jewelry.\u00a0 Purses and scarves with their signature patterns are often sold at the markets and stores there.\u00a0 But be careful &#8211; many market sellers also sell leather and fabric goods which may resemble local artisanal work but are actually imported from China.\u00a0 It may be difficult to tell the local crafts apart from the imported ones so we suggest asking your tour guide to help you in choosing something authentic.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Hanoi\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Hanoi \u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although Hanoi is slowly becoming cosmopolitan, the culture is still very traditional and grounded.\u00a0 No matter how modern the city becomes, ancient arts and crafts are definitely not lost in Hanoi.\u00a0 One particular traditional handicraft made in Hanoi is Do paper (Do is roughly pronounced <em>yaw<\/em> with an upward intonation).\u00a0 Do paper is made from the bark of the Do tree.\u00a0 The raw material goes through a lengthy three-month process to become a soft and durable paper fibre which is then used for books and paintings.\u00a0 The paper is also used to print the traditional Dong Ho paintings.\u00a0 These paintings originated in the Dong Ho village and depict various symbols and scenes to signify spring\u2019s arrival.\u00a0 These paper products can be found on Hang Gai or Hang Bac street in Hanoi. For a more complete guide to shopping in Hanoi, please check out\u00a0our\u00a0<a title=\"Hanoi shopping\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2015\/02\/22\/the-ultimate-hanoi-shopping-guide-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">Ultimate Hanoi Shopping Guide<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Halong_Bay\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Halong Bay<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On your way to Halong Bay from Hanoi, many tour cars and buses will stop at tourist shops selling silk embroidered paintings, among other things.\u00a0 These &#8216;paintings&#8217; are special in that they are not paintings at all!\u00a0 They are art pieces that are fully embroidered with silk thread.\u00a0 Many of these shops also have people working there doing the embroidery right in front of you.\u00a0 Although it may be hard to believe, these pieces are made by hand only.\u00a0 In fact, this industry is known for hiring people with disabilities because it is an art that can be done by anyone with good dexterity.\u00a0 The pieces made by a person with a disability will usually be indicated.\u00a0 These stores will also send larger pieces by sea to almost any corner of the world.\u00a0 The prices are usually reasonable because they send containers in bulk so they receive a discount for freight services.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Back to content<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CENTRAL_VIETNAM\"><\/span><strong>CENTRAL VIETNAM<span id=\"buy-central\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1132\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1132\" style=\"width: 755px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1132 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/central-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg\" alt=\"Handicrafts from Central Vietnam\" width=\"755\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/central-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg 755w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/central-vietnam-handicrafts-300x88.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/central-vietnam-handicrafts-150x44.jpg 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/central-vietnam-handicrafts-400x117.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1132\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Handicrafts from Central Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Hue\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Hue<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You cannot come to Vietnam and not notice the beautiful conical shaped hats that both locals and tourists wear.\u00a0 Each region of Vietnam has put a unique spin on how to decorate the conical hat.\u00a0 Some like to embroider them, some draw on the surface, but one of the most interesting variations is <a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/try-to-wear-this-hat-backwards\/\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">the conical hat <\/a>from Hue.\u00a0 During the process of making the hat, images and verses of poetry are embedded between the leaves such that it is only visible when light is shone on it.\u00a0 This concept is very fitting for Hue, as many poets, artists and romantic epics hail from this area.\u00a0 To learn more about the conical hats, take a look at our previous <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/try-to-wear-this-hat-backwards\/\">post<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Da_Lat\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Da Lat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Da Lat is one of the most fertile regions of Vietnam and a lot of vegetables and fruit come from this area. \u00a0The highlands around Da Lat are also the coffee growing centres of Vietnam.\u00a0 If you visit any of the coffee plantations in this area, be sure to buy some coffee straight from the source!\u00a0 Another unique product they have here is Atiso Tea (Artichoke Tea).\u00a0 As the name suggests, it is a tea made from artichokes and has a floral aroma and earthy taste.\u00a0 The easiest place to find artichoke tea, as well as other products such as jam, root chips, and dried fruit, is a chain store called L\u2019angfarm.\u00a0 Even though you can find Da Lat products at any shop in the area, the advantage of buying items at L\u2019angfarm is that this store is a one-stop-shop for all Da Lat specialities.\u00a0 And, the presentation and packaging are appropriate if you are purchasing these items as a gift!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Da_Nang\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Da Nang<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many of the giant marble structures you can buy at stores around the world are actually made in Vietnam.\u00a0 The advantage of buying it here is, of course, the huge cost savings.\u00a0 Most of the marble in Vietnam comes from an area just outside Da Nang called Marble Mountain.\u00a0 If you take the drive between Da Nang and Hoi An, you will actually see store after store selling huge carved structures of religious figures, fountains, or animals.\u00a0 If you purchase any of these items, all the stores will also ship them to wherever you live and for a very reasonable price.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Back to content<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOUTHERN_VIETNAM\"><\/span><strong>SOUTHERN VIETNAM<span id=\"buy-southern\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1134\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1134\" style=\"width: 734px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1134 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/southern-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg\" alt=\"Handicrafts from Southern Vietnam\" width=\"734\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/southern-vietnam-handicrafts.jpg 734w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/southern-vietnam-handicrafts-300x81.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/southern-vietnam-handicrafts-150x40.jpg 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/southern-vietnam-handicrafts-400x108.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1134\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Handicrafts from Southern Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Ho_Chi_Minh_City\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ho Chi Minh City is the centre point for commerce and trade in Vietnam, and merchants from all over the country come here to sell their goods.\u00a0 Although many of the items you can buy here are most likely not made in the city, it is easiest to purchase them here simply because it will be more within your reach.\u00a0 The best things to purchase here are fabric (especially silk), lacquerware and ceramics.\u00a0 For exact locations on where in the city to purchase fabric and lacquerware, please take a look at our\u00a0<a title=\"Shopping in Ho Chi MInh City\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2013\/02\/22\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">Ho Chi Minh City Shopping Guide<\/a>.\u00a0 If you have a car available at your disposal, the best place to purchase ceramics is in the Binh Duong province, about 40 minutes outside of the city.\u00a0 Right along the highway are several warehouses where they sell beautiful ceramic art.\u00a0 It is quite the sight!\u00a0 The cost savings are usually huge when buying an item in Binh Duong as opposed to within the city.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_Phu_Quoc\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in Phu Quoc<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Phu Quoc is an island off the cost of Vietnam, very close to the border of Cambodia.\u00a0 The island has many claims to fame \u2013 not only is it a premier beach destination, it is also the largest producer of Fish Sauce and peppercorns in the country.\u00a0 The fish sauce from Phu Quoc is world renowned.\u00a0 It is made from the fermentation of black mackerel and is highly purified to remove sediment.\u00a0 Imitation Fish Sauce uses other types of fish which changes the flavour and sometimes has sediment because of a poor filtration process.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_buy_in_the_Mekong_Delta\"><\/span><strong>What to buy in the Mekong Delta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The other fertile region in Vietnam is\u00a0<a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/top-5-day-trips-from-ho-chi-minh-city\/\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Mekong Delta area<\/a>.\u00a0 Because of its hot climate, most of Vietnam\u2019s tropical fruit is grown here.\u00a0 Many tourists love the local experience of riding down the canals on a sampan while enjoying fresh pineapple that you bought directly from the pineapple farm. \u00a0Of course, taking fresh fruit back with you to your home country as a souvenir might be difficult. But there are more practical ways you can take those tropical flavours back with you.\u00a0 When you are in this area, make sure to keep an eye out for the coconut caramel candies and other fruit flavoured treats.\u00a0 Some shops will even make and package the coconut caramel right in front of you.\u00a0 Since production of these fruit treats are on a small scale, the ingredients are usually natural and homegrown.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#buy-content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Back to content<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Although shopping for souvenirs in Vietnam can seem difficult at first, we hope that our guide makes it easier for you.\u00a0 If you need help picking out the perfect commemorative items in Ho Chi Minh City, join us on our <a title=\"Shopping Spree Tour\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/tours\/vietnam-shopping.html\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">XO Tours Shopping Spree Tour<\/a>.\u00a0 And, if you need more information on shopping in Vietnam or Vietnam travel tips in general, please do not hesitate to contact us!<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many tourists enjoy souvenir shopping in Vietnam to not only commemorate their time in the country but also to give items as gifts or to purchase beautiful pieces for decoration. \u00a0Shopping is a must-have during your Vietnam itinerary. 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