Must-see shopping in Southeast Asia

  • Tunjungan Plaza

    Surabaya

    A virtual city within a city, the massive, multi-layered, multi-building Tunjungan Plaza is easily one of the city's biggest and best shopping malls. It…

  • Namaste

    Ubud

    Just the place to buy a crystal to get your spiritual house in order, Namaste stocks a top range of New Age supplies. Incense, yoga mats, moody…

  • Sop Moei Arts

    Chiang Mai

    High-end hill-tribe crafts, from off-the-loom textiles to baskets, are sold at this economic-development shop, which provides assistance for Karen…

  • Mengrai Kilns

    Chiang Mai

    In the southwestern corner of the old city, Mengrai Kilns keeps the tradition of Thai handmade pottery alive, with cookware, dining sets, ornaments and…

  • Tom’s Silver

    Yogyakarta

    With an extensive selection of handcrafted silverware and some superb large pieces, Tom's also has a workshop where the labour-intensive process of…

  • Blue de Hue

    Hue

    This antiques store is stuffed to the rafters with stonework, ceramics, calligraphy, laquerware, wooden carvings and all manner of intriguing pieces of…

  • Echo Store

    Manila

    Specialises in fair-trade, locally sourced products (including coffee and handicrafts) and chemical-free beauty/health items. Its cafe serves tasty…

  • Dy Proeung Master Sculptor

    Temples of Angkor

    Dy Proeung Master Sculptor has created scale replicas of Preah Ko, Bakong and Lolei, plus Angkor Wat, Preah Vihear and Banteay Srei for good measure. Find…

  • Antique Street Saigon

    Ho Chi Minh City

    This is the best of the arts and antiques stores along Ð Le Cong Kieu near the Fine Arts Museum. The shop overflows with interesting discoveries and art…

  • KZL Art Studio & Gallery

    Yangon

    The three-storey Golden Valley home of artist Khin Zaw Latt, who has an international reputation, includes a gallery of his and other artists’ works, plus…

  • Tuol Sleng Shoes

    Phnom Penh

    Scary name, but there’s nothing scary about the price of these custom-fit, handmade shoes. It is surrounded by a sea of newer competitors, so shop around…

  • Walking Street

    Lampang

    Lampang has its own Walking Street market along charming Th Talad Gao. On Saturday and Sunday evenings, the usual traffic is replaced by souvenir,…

  • Indigenous

    Hanoi

    A top spot for quirky ethnic-style gifts and excellent fair-trade coffee. There’s a great little cafe too, so you can choose your favourite Vietnamese…

  • Chan Con Cong

    Hanoi

    This charmingly small vintage shop stuffed away beneath Loading T Cafe sells delightful vintage long dresses and classic togs. There's another, larger…

  • Pondok Bamboo Music Shop

    Ubud

    Hear the music of a thousand bamboo wind chimes at this store owned by noted gamelan musician Nyoman Warsa, who also offers music lessons (per hour 150…

  • A-Krea

    Sanur

    An excellent spot for souvenirs, A-Krea has a range of items designed and made in Bali in its attractive store. Clothes, accessories, homewares and more…

  • Sixth Sense

    George Town

    Earthy, simple, linen-heavy clothing for both men and women is the emphasis at this local-label store. Supplementing this is a selection of handsome,…

  • Diwo Gallery

    Siem Reap

    Sells French photographer and writer Thierry Diwo’s collection of art photography from around Angkor, as well as high-quality replica bronze, stone and…

  • Run YGN

    Yangon

    Local hip-hop star SZ is the owner of this trendy streetwear brand. Buy T-shirts, tank tops, caps and backpacks emblazoned with bold and colourful Myanmar…

  • Made in Cambodia Market

    Siem Reap

    King's Road hosts the daily Made in Cambodia community market, bringing together many of the best local craftsfolk and creators in Siem Reap, many…

  • Ajuntha Textiles

    Malaysia

    Behind an elaborate carved wooden shopfront is this Indian textiles and jewellery emporium. Come here for silk scarves, saris, jewellery and gorgeous…

  • Pasar Badung

    Denpasar

    Busy in the mornings and evenings, Bali’s largest food market is a great place to browse and bargain, with food from all over the island, including fruits…

  • Tan My Design

    Hanoi

    Stylish clothing, jewellery and accessories, with the bonus of a cool cafe when you need a break from shopping. The homewares and bed linen are definitely…

  • England Vision Optical

    Yangon

    You're sure to find very reasonably priced frames to suit from the multitude of styles on offer at this optician. Prescription glasses can be turned…

  • Ode to Art

    Colonial District, the Quays & Marina Bay

    Ode to Art displays and sells sculptures and paintings by a variety of Asian and Western artists, both emerging and established. The gallery is happy to…

  • Geneva Handicraft Centre

    Kerobokan

    Tourist vans flock to the big space out front of this multifloor emporium of Indonesian handicraft. And with good reason, quality is good and prices are…

  • Asmara Collection

    Senggigi

    A cut above the rest, this store, next to the namesake restaurant, has well-selected tribal art, including richly detailed carvings and textiles from…

  • Nogo

    Sanur

    Look for the wooden loom out front of this classy store, which bills itself as the 'Bali Ikat Centre'. The goods are gorgeous and easy to enjoy in the air…

  • Club21

    Singapore

    Fashion-literate guys and girls bag hip, make-a-statement threads and footwear in this too cool for school boutique. Junior fashionistas can check Kids21…

  • Taoban Market

    Cebu City

    An assault on the senses, this is where Cebuanos come to buy dried fish and shrimp and other oceanic exotica as well as chorizo and other Visayan culinary…

  • Starfish

    Sihanoukville

    Beside the bakery & cafe of the same name; it sells silks and other gifts produced by good-cause NGO the Handicraft People.

  • Sobbhana

    Phnom Penh

    Established by Princess Marie, the Sobbhana Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation training women in traditional weaving. Beautiful silks in a…

  • Louise Labatieres

    Siem Reap

    This little lifestyle boutique was the first to open on this strip, and it still offers a treasure trove of designer homewares in silk, cotton, lacquer…

  • Balitaza

    Ubud

    Coconut sugar, traditional Balinese coffee, herbal teas and Indonesian herbs and spices make great gifts to take home, especially with their attractive…

  • Cerender Ceramic Shop

    Hanoi

    The truly delightful handmade ceramics on show here are a joy. Wonky, weird, winsome and wonderful; if ceramics are right up your street, this place will…

  • Henju by Gracie

    Yogyakarta

    Small, indie boutique selling very affordable handmade jewellery engraved with Javanese script, along with screenprints and designer keepsakes by local…

  • Rip Curl

    Kuta & Legian

    Cast that mopey black stuff aside and make a bit of a splash! Bali's largest arm of the surfwear giant has a huge range of beachwear, swimsuits and…

  • Mercredi

    Kerobokan

    Fashionable cushions to turn your tired sofa into a spry fashion statement are but some of the goods on sale in this stylish shop of well-designed…

  • Mekong Quilts

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Beautiful handmade silk quilts, sewn by the rural poor in support of sustainable incomes. Bags, scarves, bowls and even very cool bamboo bikes are also…

  • Woods in the Books

    Chinatown & the CBD

    Whimsical Woods in the Books specialises in beautiful children's books. There's also a delightful Singaporean section – perfect presents for tiny friends.

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