{"id":531,"date":"2023-01-22T12:46:36","date_gmt":"2023-01-22T05:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/?p=531"},"modified":"2023-08-17T16:44:35","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T09:44:35","slug":"shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City &#8211; What to buy and where to buy it! (update for 2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ho Chi Minh City is truly a<strong> mecca for shopping enthusiasts<\/strong>!\u00a0 Everything from handicrafts to imitation brand name clothes and shoes is available at a fraction of what it would cost overseas!\u00a0 As tourism has increased over time in Ho Chi Minh City\u00a0, so has the establishment of trendy boutiques that cater to a tourist crowd looking beyond the typical souvenirs.\u00a0 However, you can find the same treasures in the many shopping areas throughout the city.\u00a0 Our aim of this article is to guide you through your <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/the-best-tours-in-vietnam\/\">Vietnam trip<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City is a lot of fun but it takes a bit of skill and guidance to help you find what you\u2019re looking for at bargain prices!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3027\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3027\" style=\"width: 945px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3027 size-full\" title=\"Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hoi-An-4.jpg\" alt=\"Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"945\" height=\"756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hoi-An-4.jpg 945w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hoi-An-4-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Hoi-An-4-768x614.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3027\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\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\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#Shopping_in_Ho_Chi_Minh_City\" >Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City:&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\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#1_CLOTHES\" >1. &nbsp;CLOTHES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#2_SHOES\" >2. &nbsp;SHOES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#3_HANDBAGS_AND_LUGGAGE\" >3. &nbsp;HANDBAGS AND LUGGAGE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#4_WATCHES\" >4. &nbsp;WATCHES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#5_HANDICRAFTS\" >5. &nbsp;HANDICRAFTS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#6_ANTIQUES\" >6. &nbsp;ANTIQUES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#7_PAINTINGS\" >7. &nbsp;PAINTINGS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#8_FABRIC\" >8. &nbsp;FABRIC<\/a><\/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\/shopping-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/#Final_Word_of_Advice\" >Final Word of Advice:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shopping_in_Ho_Chi_Minh_City\"><\/span><strong>Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City:<span id=\"HCM-shopping-list\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>(click on the list below to jump directly to the category)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#clothes-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\"><strong>Clothes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#shoes-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Shoes<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#handbag-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Handbags and Luggage<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#watches-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Watches<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#handicrafts-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Handicrafts<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#antiques-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Antiques<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#paintings-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Paintings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#fabric-hcm\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Fabric<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ho Chi Minh City shopping requires that you always bring Vietnamese Dong to pay for your purchases. Although there are more and more shops in Ho Chi Minh city that allow customers to pay by credit card, or even <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/money-in-vietnam-guide\/\">exchange currencies<\/a> on the spot, you should always ask before making a purchase. If you&#8217;re taking Vietnam tours up north, and you need shopping advice and tips, please check out\u00a0XO Tours&#8217;<a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/the-ultimate-hanoi-shopping-guide-what-to-buy-and-where-to-buy-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Hanoi Shopping Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_CLOTHES\"><\/span><strong>1. <span id=\"clothes-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>CLOTHES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vietnam is a manufacturing country so imitations of brand name clothes are generally <em>cheaper than the suggested retail price<\/em>!\u00a0 You can find both high-end brand clothing and mall brands like American Eagle Outfitters, Gap, Old Navy and more while shopping in Ho Chi Minh City.\u00a0 Many locals shop for clothing in the stores along Nguyen Trai street or at Saigon Square. \u00a0Keep in mind that there are 3 locations for Saigon Square (Saigon Square 2 &amp; 3 are currently closed &#8211; update 2023) and, oddly, they have the same name! \u00a0Many people refer to the new location as Saigon Square 3. \u00a0All 3 locations carry similar items but Saigon Square 3 is cooler and more spacious than the original location. In international terms, Saigon Square is the equivalent of an Outlet Mall shopping experience; but you can bargain! This is a very popular option for tourists and expats alike.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Map of shopping on Nguyen Trai street\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Xf8srwsHuxiDGpZt7?coh=178571&amp;entry=tt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Location of Nguyen Trai Street shopping<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Map fo Saigon Square\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/21NpX1yjdDedaahT9?coh=178571&amp;entry=tt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Location of Saigon Square 1<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_541\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-541\" style=\"width: 1022px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-541 size-full\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Shopppings in Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.10.19-PM.png\" alt=\"Saigon Square Shopping Center\" width=\"1022\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.10.19-PM.png 1022w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.10.19-PM-300x64.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.10.19-PM-150x32.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.10.19-PM-400x85.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1022px) 100vw, 1022px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-541\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Saigon Square Shopping Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_SHOES\"><\/span><strong>2. <span id=\"shoes-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>SHOES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/y_ju5Mowk8M\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Ho Chi Minh City seems to have a specific street for everything, and shoes are no exception.\u00a0 In fact, the city has two streets dedicated entirely to shoes!\u00a0 As is the case with clothes, you will find great imitations of brand name shoes while shopping in Ho Chi Minh City. Be careful with the quality of these imitations as the heel or main body of the shoe may show wear and tear very quickly. You can find a list of shops selling authentic athletic footwear at the end of the video shown above.<\/p>\n<p>Ly Chinh Thang street is lined with shoe shops which carry shoes in a variety of sizes and styles.\u00a0 The other shoe street, Luu Van Lang is just outside of Ben Thanh Market and one block away from Le Loi street.\u00a0 The shops on this street have more sports shoes and sandals whereas the shops on Ly Chinh Thang street carry more fashion shoes.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Shoes Street Ly Chinh Thang\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Lt5UK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Location of Shoes Street 1 (Ly Chinh Thang)<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Luu Van Lang street shoes\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/8w4VJ\" rel=\"dofollow\">Location of Shoes Street 2 (Luu Van Lang)<\/a><\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-550 size-full aligncenter\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Shoes in Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.36.25-PM.png\" alt=\"Shoes shopping in Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"1006\" height=\"248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.36.25-PM.png 1006w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.36.25-PM-300x73.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.36.25-PM-150x36.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.36.25-PM-400x98.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1006px) 100vw, 1006px\" \/>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_HANDBAGS_AND_LUGGAGE\"><\/span><strong>3. <span id=\"handbag-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>HANDBAGS AND LUGGAGE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you need to buy luggage to transport your newly purchased goods, visit Le Lai street between New World Hotel and Ben Thanh Market.\u00a0 You will see an entire street of luggage shops with the most well-known brands such as North Face, Samsonite, and more!\u00a0 Alternatively, if you need a fashionable handbag or wallet while shopping in Ho Chi Minh City, visit Saigon Square or Binh Tay Market in Cho Lon.\u00a0 If you plan on using the handbag around the city, make sure the straps are secure enough so that you are not a victim of petty theft.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Le Lai Street luggage shops\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/MCipS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Le Lai Street luggage shops<br \/>\n<\/a><a title=\"Saigon Square\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Vd1D5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Saigon Square 1<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Binh Tay Market in Cho Lon\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/rHsjC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Binh Tay Market in Cho Lon<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_554\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-554\" style=\"width: 1020px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-554 size-full\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Handbags and Luggage in Saigon\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.50.15-PM.png\" alt=\"Handbags and Luggage shopping in Saigon\" width=\"1020\" height=\"243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.50.15-PM.png 1020w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.50.15-PM-300x71.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.50.15-PM-150x35.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-12.50.15-PM-400x95.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-554\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Handbags and Luggage shopping in Saigon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_WATCHES\"><\/span><strong>4. <span id=\"watches-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>WATCHES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, it&#8217;s true, you can find excellent fake watches while shopping in Ho Chi Minh City!\u00a0 Name the brand and you will find it! \u00a0Many of them are impressive imitations but you will have to feel the weight and inspect the metal on the watch to ensure that the quality is good.\u00a0 Of course, Ben Thanh Market has countless stalls selling watches but expect to pay a hefty price.\u00a0 If you have time to explore, check out Binh Tay Market at Cho Lon or the many small shops around the market for a better bargain.\u00a0 Shop owners around the city buy their stock at this market at wholesale prices.\u00a0 You can also go to Saigon Square 1 which also carry watches.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Ben Thanh Market\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/1ZAmX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Ben Thanh Market<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Binh Tay Market in Cho Lon\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/rHsjC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Binh Tay Market in Cho Lon<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_557\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-557\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-557 size-full\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Fake Watches in Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.00.15-PM.png\" alt=\"Fake Watches Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"1000\" height=\"344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.00.15-PM.png 1000w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.00.15-PM-300x103.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.00.15-PM-150x51.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.00.15-PM-400x137.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-557\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">&#8220;Genuine&#8221; Fake Watches Ho Chi Minh City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_HANDICRAFTS\"><\/span><strong>5. <span id=\"handicrafts-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>HANDICRAFTS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vietnamese handicrafts are very unique and intricate.\u00a0 Vietnam is especially famous for lacquerware and coconut dinnerware.\u00a0 Bowls, plates, spoons and chopsticks make great gifts and decoration!\u00a0 You can also find fabulous fabric creations with patchwork and threadwork embroidery.\u00a0 Or, if you prefer wood items, you might like the handcrafted wooden boats and figurines that are often sold at the markets.<\/p>\n<p>The best place to find a huge variety of lacquerware at the best bargain prices is An Dong Plaza, near Cho Lon in Chinatown. We find that the choices for fabric and wood crafts are the best at Ben Thanh Market.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"An Dong Plaza\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Sm2fL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of An Dong Plaza<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Ben Thanh Market\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/1ZAmX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Ben Thanh Market<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_559\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-559\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-559\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Handicrafts in Vietnam\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.14.25-PM.png\" alt=\"Handicrafts Vietnam\" width=\"790\" height=\"170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.14.25-PM.png 1019w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.14.25-PM-300x64.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.14.25-PM-150x32.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-1.14.25-PM-400x85.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-559\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Handicrafts in Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_ANTIQUES\"><\/span><strong>6. <span id=\"antiques-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>ANTIQUES<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try antique street (otherwise known as Le Cong Kieu street) just outside of Ben Thanh Market.\u00a0 People have commented that the stores are riddled with imitations but you may find a diamond in the rough!\u00a0 Items include old money, stamps, war memorabilia, figurines made of ivory or bone and more. \u00a0Be careful when buying &#8220;antiques&#8221; in Vietnam however as it is illegal to export real antiques out of the country.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3919.531505494293!2d106.69796631391976!3d10.77054389232552!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x31752f4083962471%3A0xc4130d4ed1def7fd!2sAntique+Street!5e0!3m2!1sen!2srs!4v1533052303460\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_561\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-561\" style=\"width: 1022px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-561 size-full\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" title=\"Antiques street in Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.01.09-PM.png\" alt=\"Antiques shopping in Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"1022\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.01.09-PM.png 1022w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.01.09-PM-300x61.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.01.09-PM-150x30.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.01.09-PM-400x81.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1022px) 100vw, 1022px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-561\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City for Antiques on Le Cong Kieu street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_PAINTINGS\"><\/span><strong>7. <span id=\"paintings-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>PAINTINGS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ho Chi Minh City is home to many art galleries which host the most talented local artists.\u00a0 However, for copies of famous pieces of art or for original paintings by lesser-known artists, visit the \u201cpainting street\u201d.\u00a0 Like shoes, there are not one but two streets that are chock-a-block full of painting shops! \u00a0More locals shop at the painting stores in District 5 than the one in District 1, but you will surely find a great selection wherever you choose to go!<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Painting Street Tran Phu District 5\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/0eBLp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Paintings Street 1 (Tran Phu Street, District 5)<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Paintings Street 2 Bui Vien District 1\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/yNKvx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Paintings Street 2 (Bui Vien Street, District 1)<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_562\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-562\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-562\" style=\"margin: 0px; border: 0px;\" title=\"Paintings Ho Chi Minh City\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.11.45-PM.png\" alt=\"Paintings Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"790\" height=\"200\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-562\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Paintings Ho Chi Minh City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_FABRIC\"><\/span><strong>8. <span id=\"fabric-hcm\">&nbsp;<\/span>FABRIC<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vietnam is often touted as the next custom tailoring capital of the world!\u00a0 If you have time to tailor custom outfits, we strongly recommend that you visit \u2018fabric street\u2019 to find an excellent selection of cloth for your tailored creations.\u00a0 Fabric street is located directly across from Tan Dinh Market.\u00a0 You will find even better deals on the fabric inside the market, although the stores across the street have a wider selection of fabric types. \u00a0You can also visit Soai Kinh Lam material market in Cho Lon. \u00a0This is a wholesale market so the prices are cheaper and the choices are more abundant. \u00a0Tailors will charge less if you come with your own fabric but make sure you check with the tailor first with regard to how much material is needed for your garments.<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Tan Dinh Market\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/XWrmP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Tan Dinh Market\u00a0<\/a><br \/>\n<a title=\"Fabrics Street Hai Ba Trung\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/ZySNO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Fabrics Street (Hai Ba Trung)<br \/>\n<\/a><a title=\"Soai Kinh Lam Material Market\" href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/PNKPw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Location of Soai Kinh Lam Material Market<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_564\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-564\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-564 size-full\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.20.08-PM.png\" alt=\"Fabrics markets in Ho Chi Minh City\" width=\"1024\" height=\"223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.20.08-PM.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.20.08-PM-300x65.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.20.08-PM-150x32.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/Screen-Shot-2013-02-20-at-2.20.08-PM-400x87.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-564\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fabrics markets in Ho Chi Minh City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Vietnam is a cash-based society, which means that there is no such thing as a fixed price. \u00a0You must absolutely bargain for the goods you wish to purchase. Remember that, in a market, there will be several stores that carry the items that you want. \u00a0Therefore, the best strategy in getting things at an appropriate price is not getting attached very quickly to what you want to buy. \u00a0In many cases, the owner will call you back if you walk away and agree on a reasonable price! \u00a0Use the following phrases to help you with your negotiations while shopping in Ho Chi Minh City!<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Shopping Phrases in Vietnam\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/Shopping-Phrases.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shopping Phrases in Vietnam<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#HCM-shopping-list\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[Back to Shopping List]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word_of_Advice\"><\/span>Final Word of Advice:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do you have a limited amount of time in Ho Chi Minh City? Looking for a\u00a0for a one-stop shopping experience?<\/p>\n<p>We recommend in order of importance:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Ben Thanh Market<\/li>\n<li>Saigon Square<\/li>\n<li>An Dong Plaza<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Note: It pays to keep in mind that Ben Thanh Market, albeit convenient, can be much more expensive than the other markets due to its central location and frequency of tourist shoppers in search of the perfect souvenir. When shopping\u00a0at Ben Thanh Market you should start with 40-50% of the original asking price and negotiate from there. \u00a0If the store owner does not lower the price, you can just as easily go to the next stall. In comparison, you should expect to get no more than 10-20% discount on goods that you purchase at Saigon Square. You will see more locals shopping at Saigon Square or An Dong Plaza. \u00a0Wherever you choose to shop, we are confident that you will be thoroughly impressed with what Vietnam has to offer. \u00a0We hope you have fun shopping in Ho Chi Minh City! If you find yourself completely knackered after the day and you are still looking for some adventure, consider our <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/a-guide-to-massages-in-vietnam\/\">Vietnam massage guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, if you&#8217;re overwhelmed by the size of Ho Chi Minh City and want to make the most of your time, consider booking our popular <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/tours\/ho-chi-minh-city-tours.html\">&#8220;Sights&#8221;<\/a> morning city tour, and our famous &#8220;Foodie&#8221;<a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/tours\/vietnam-food-tour.html\"> street food tour<\/a>! 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