{"id":7286,"date":"2025-01-16T15:37:05","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T10:07:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/?p=7286"},"modified":"2026-02-17T11:04:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T05:34:12","slug":"what-to-buy-in-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/what-to-buy-in-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Buy in Vietnam: 20 Unique Items You Can\u2019t Miss"},"content":{"rendered":"<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Key Takeaways:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Vietnam&#8217;s handicrafts come from centuries-old craft villages where techniques are passed down from generation to generation.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Negotiating prices is a cultural habit that also makes shopping an interactive experience.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Always carry small denominations, as vendors in markets and street stalls often cannot provide change for large notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam offers better value for luxury textiles, globally renowned coffee, and intricate home decor compared to what you can buy in India.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to just the names of the best things to buy in Vietnam, the guide serves as a handbook, offering information on historical significance, costs, and locations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, planning your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/vietnam-itinerary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam itinerary<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by allotting time for shopping in each destination gives you a chance to get unique things from that region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick Look at Famous Products to Buy in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Cheap Products<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Approx. Cost in INR<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Luxury Products<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Approx. Cost in INR<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non La (Conical Hat)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">300 &#8211; 600<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ao Dai<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,500 &#8211; 7,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An Silk Lanterns<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">250 &#8211; 1,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnamese Silk Fabric<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500 &#8211; 2,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spices (Pepper, Star Anise, Cinnamon)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">200 &#8211; 500<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnamese Coffee (Premium beans + Phin)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,500 &#8211; 2,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bamboo Products<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">150 &#8211; 800<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lacquerware Products<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800 &#8211; 17,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cashew Nuts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">450 &#8211; 850<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bat Trang Ceramics &amp; Pottery<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">700 &#8211; 3,800<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lotus Seeds &amp; Lotus Tea<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">350 &#8211; 700<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XQ Hand-Embroidered Artwork<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">600 &#8211; 2,000 (higher for large pieces)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Propaganda Posters<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">170 &#8211; 680<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handmade Silver &amp; Gemstone Jewellery<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">400 &#8211; 4,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut Candy &amp; Mung Bean Cakes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">250 &#8211; 500<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snake Wine<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,500 &#8211; 3,700<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalised Keychains, Magnets, Tags<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">150 &#8211; 750<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">War Memorabilia Replicas<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">170 &#8211; 1,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheap Things to Buy in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budget shopping in Vietnam doesn\u2019t mean purchasing low-quality products. It means discovering incredible finds at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/best-hanoi-night-markets\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local markets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for cultural authenticity with affordability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unique finds include handcrafted souvenirs and personalised gifts at affordable prices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. The Conical Hat (Non La)<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once developed for farm workers, it has since become a symbol of the Vietnamese countryside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 300 &#8211; 600 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dong Xuan Market (Hanoi), Dong Ba Market (Hue) &amp; Ben Thanh Market (HCMC).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Non La was designed as a shield for farmers against the sun and monsoon rains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, hats have been a staple of rural life for centuries, with different regions producing unique variations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non Bai Tho (poem hat), which originated in Hue, features hidden poems or illustrations visible only when held against the light.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For tourists, the Non La is one of the cheapest things to buy in Vietnam that carries cultural significance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Handcrafted Silk Lanterns of Hoi An<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lanterns are an essential part of Hoi An&#8217;s Full Moon Festivals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 250 &#8211; 1,000 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An Night Market, shops near the Japanese Covered Bridge (Hoi An) &amp; Ben Thanh Market (HCMC).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ancient town of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-hoi-an\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An is filled with artful things<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as painted buildings, silk lanterns hanging from every building, and even floating lanterns on the river.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13926\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13926\" style=\"width: 426px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handcrafted-silk-lanterns-of-hoi-an.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13926\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handcrafted-silk-lanterns-of-hoi-an.jpg\" alt=\"Handcrafted Silk Lanterns of Hoi An\" width=\"436\" height=\"581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handcrafted-silk-lanterns-of-hoi-an.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handcrafted-silk-lanterns-of-hoi-an-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 436px) 100vw, 436px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13926\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DSAoMEnAWr6\/\">Handcrafted Silk Lanterns of Hoi An<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These lanterns are made from bamboo and covered in Vietnamese silk, representing happiness, good luck, and prosperity. The colours used are symbolic: red for luck, yellow for wealth, and green for new beginnings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Phu Quoc Pepper and Star Anise<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spices are grown in mineral-rich volcanic soil; historically traded with Indian merchants.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 200 &#8211; 500 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/pepperfarmphuquoc.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phu Quoc Countryside<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Duong Dong Market, Ben Thanh Market &amp; Dong Xuan Market.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The black pepper from Phu Quoc Island is globally recognised for its aroma and strong flavour. You can buy it at markets or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/how-to-reach-phu-quoc\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">visit Phu Quoc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to participate in farming activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13927\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13927\" style=\"width: 418px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/star-anise.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13927\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/star-anise.jpg\" alt=\"Phu Quoc Pepper and Star Anise\" width=\"428\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/star-anise.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/star-anise-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/star-anise-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 428px) 100vw, 428px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13927\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CT9Q7u_Ppgr\/\">Phu Quoc Pepper and Star Anise<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Star anise and cinnamon from the Central Highlands are key ingredients in Pho.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Sustainable Bamboo Products<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eco-friendly, sustainable, and biodegradable products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 150 &#8211; 800 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dong Xuan Market, Ma May Street (Hanoi Old Quarter) &amp; Sapa market.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bamboo is an integral part of Vietnamese life, used in construction and handicrafts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People have adapted ancient weaving techniques to create eco-friendly products, including handwoven baskets, bamboo dragonflies, and kitchen utensils. These products are durable, biodegradable, and provide a rustic aesthetic to your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Marou Chocolate<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marou is Vietnam&#8217;s first bean-to-bar chocolate brand to gain global recognition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 370 &#8211; 600 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maison Marou flagship store at Hanoi, Saigon, Da Nang, &amp; Hoi An. Also, at high-end supermarkets or via the official websites.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marouchocolate.com\/pages\/find-us\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marou<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of Vietnam\u2019s premium chocolates, was founded in 2011 by French entrepreneurs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13929\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13929\" style=\"width: 388px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marou-chocolate.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13929\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marou-chocolate.jpg\" alt=\"Marou Chocolate\" width=\"398\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marou-chocolate.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marou-chocolate-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/marou-chocolate-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 398px) 100vw, 398px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13929\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C0TP5XZyKGw\/\">Marou Chocolate<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The brand is a &#8220;bean-to-bar&#8221; producer that sources cacao from six distinct provinces, with each bar named after its origin. Marou has been hailed as &#8220;the best chocolate you&#8217;ve never tasted&#8221; by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The New York Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Vietnamese Cashew Nuts<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam\u2019s cashews are large and creamy and are often roasted with salt or with the skin on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 450 &#8211; 850 INR<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ben Thanh Market, Con Market, and local nut shops.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam is the world&#8217;s leading exporter of cashew kernels, known for their creamy, buttery texture and larger size.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike mass-produced alternatives, Vietnamese cashew varieties are often processed using manual techniques that preserve the natural flavours and nutritional content.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13931\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13931\" style=\"width: 427px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vietnamese-cashew-nuts-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13931\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vietnamese-cashew-nuts-1.jpg\" alt=\"Vietnamese Cashew Nuts\" width=\"437\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vietnamese-cashew-nuts-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vietnamese-cashew-nuts-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/vietnamese-cashew-nuts-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13931\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CydejgpJETl\/?img_index=1\">Vietnamese Cashew Nuts<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Lotus Seeds and Scented Lotus Tea<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Seeds are highly fragrant, and the teas are a vital part of the Vietnamese ceremonies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 350 &#8211; 700 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dong Xuan Market, Hang Than Street (Hanoi) &amp; Ben Thanh Market.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The lotus is the national flower of Vietnam, symbolising purity and tranquillity in Buddhist culture. Lotus seeds are a cherished snack, available fresh, dried, or roasted.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13932\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13932\" style=\"width: 388px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/scented-lotus-tea.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13932\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/scented-lotus-tea.jpg\" alt=\"Scented Lotus Tea\" width=\"398\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/scented-lotus-tea.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/scented-lotus-tea-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/scented-lotus-tea-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 398px) 100vw, 398px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13932\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQjdCF5j1EJ\/\">Scented Lotus Tea<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lotus tea is made by curing green tea leaves inside live lotus flowers in Hanoi&#8217;s West Lake region.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Kitsch and Historic Propaganda Posters<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Influenced by Soviet and Vietnamese realism, it emerged in the 1940s to support the independence movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 170 &#8211; 680 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice Old Propaganda Posters (HCMC) &amp; Old propaganda posters (Hanoi).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reflecting Vietnam&#8217;s 20th-century history, propaganda art was used to raise morale and spread political messages during the French and American wars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, these posters are popular souvenirs in Vietnam. You have different themes of national unification, the role of women in production, and agricultural success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Coconut Candy &amp; Mung Bean Cakes<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Made with natural ingredients and individually wrapped for freshness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 250 &#8211; 500 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hang Than Street<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ben Tre province in the Mekong Delta is the heart of Vietnam&#8217;s coconut industry, producing coconut candy. Another staple is &#8220;Banh Dau Xanh&#8221; (mung bean cakes) from Hai Duong, which are powdery cubes that dissolve on the tongue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These sweets are often wrapped in edible rice paper, adding a unique texture that Indian travellers find fascinating. They are very affordable to buy in larger quantities for your friends and family.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13933\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13933\" style=\"width: 399px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/coconut-candy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13933\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/coconut-candy.jpg\" alt=\"Coconut Candy\" width=\"409\" height=\"511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/coconut-candy.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/coconut-candy-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13933\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DKULfp_zmNf\/?img_index=2\">Coconut Candy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Hand-carved Wooden Stamps<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This dying craft is kept alive by fourth-generation artisans in Hanoi&#8217;s Old Quarter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Approx. 950 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Phuc Loi Shop (6 Hang Quat Street, Hanoi).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hand-carved wooden stamps are a traditional craft, established by the Phuc Loi trademark in 1923.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular designs include the Ao Dai, lotus flowers, Turtle Tower, and conical hats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, you can personalise stamps with your name or designs from any photographs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Personalised Products: Portrait Keychains, Magnets, Luggage Tags, Frames<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3D acrylic designs and photo-to-product conversion offer modern customisation that meets traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 150 &#8211; 750 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hoi An Night Market, Ben Thanh Market &amp; Dong Xuan Market.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13934\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13934\" style=\"width: 456px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/portrait-keychains.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13934\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/portrait-keychains.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait Keychains\" width=\"466\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/portrait-keychains.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/portrait-keychains-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/portrait-keychains-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13934\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DP03ez8knQJ\/\">Portrait Keychains<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Portrait Keychains and Magnets: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using advanced printing and laser-cutting technology, vendors can convert photographs into 3D acrylic keychains, fridge magnets, or decorative pieces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Luggage Tags: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made from durable acrylic or leather, these tags can feature names, travel quotes, or even miniature Vietnamese landmarks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Custom Frames:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Buy personalised photo frames with silk-embroidered borders or lacquer finishes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. War Memorabilia Replicas<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: High-quality replicas of Vietnam War artefacts offering a historical connection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Approx. 170 &#8211; 1,000 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dan Sinh Market, shops near <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/baotangchungtichchientranh.vn\/vi\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">War Remnants Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hoalo.vn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoa Lo Prison Museum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dan Sinh Market, also known as &#8220;The American Market,&#8221; is famous for its unique Vietnamese souvenirs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Originally, it was a gambling area for French soldiers during the war. Then, after 1954, after the\u00a0 French withdrawal, it transformed into a marketplace specialising in military surplus and war-related items.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will find products like Zippo lighters, dog tags, helmets, gas masks, badges, uniforms, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luxury Things to Buy in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are many affordable products, Vietnam offers you the opportunity to purchase high-end, artisan-crafted items.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These premium products, from hand-embroidered silk garments to decorative lacquerware, represent refined craftsmanship and cultural heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Ao Dai<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Description:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long silk dress with high slits worn over loose trousers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 1,500 &#8211; 7,000 INR (cost varies depending on ready-to-wear and custom-made).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Thuong Tailor (Hoi An) &amp; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bluechictailor.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Chic Tailor Hoi An<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, the Ao Dai evolved from the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ao Tu Than<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (four-part dress) of the 18th century, undergoing modernisation in the 1930s with French influences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13935\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13935\" style=\"width: 427px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ao-dai.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13935\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ao-dai.jpg\" alt=\"Ao Dai\" width=\"437\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ao-dai.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ao-dai-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13935\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DFa7lisy7v2\/?img_index=2\">Ao Dai<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This transformation turned a regional costume into a global fashion icon, embodying Vietnamese femininity and cultural identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Luxurious Vietnamese Silk Products<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Over 1,000 years of production and historically exported via the Maritime Silk Road.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 500 &#8211; 2,000 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Hang Gai Street (Hanoi) &amp; Hoi An (Old Town).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Vietnamese silk industry is centred in regions such as Van Phuc, near Hanoi, and Bao Loc in the Central Highlands, where sericulture (the cultivation of silkworms) has been practised for over a thousand years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnamese silk is prized for its lightweight breathability and pure mulberry silkworm origin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can either purchase it as raw fabric by the metre or as finished products like scarves, ties, and pyjamas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Aromatic Vietnamese Coffee and Phin Filters<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Vietnamese coffee is made with robusta, with natural chocolate and nutty flavours, resulting in a high caffeine content.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 1,500 &#8211; 2,500 INR (coffee powder or beans with phin filters).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/en.sonpacamara.com\/coffee-farm-tour\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Son Farm,<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/mrviet.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Viet Coffee Outlet in Hoi An<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and any local markets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam is the world&#8217;s second-largest coffee producer, with cafes on nearly every street corner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 1857, the French introduced coffee production. The signature Vietnamese coffee primarily uses Robusta beans, which offer a higher caffeine content that pairs well with sweetened condensed milk.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13936\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13936\" style=\"width: 319px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/phin-filters.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13936\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/phin-filters.jpg\" alt=\"Phin Filters\" width=\"329\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/phin-filters.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/phin-filters-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13936\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C5D8TYrr9Pl\/\">Phin Filters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Notable coffee brands to buy in Vietnam:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/trungnguyen.eu\/?srsltid=AfmBOooF-9eTuj-I4gCz_EnZtbP1q3e1pVLAk_-Nxw-2crKwNFwe4ZYn\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trung Nguy\u00ean<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/g7coffee.co.in\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> G7 (by Trung Nguy\u00ean)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mrviet.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr Viet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Lacquerware Products<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A centuries-old technique using native tree resin, which was used in royal palaces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 800 INR (small bowls) &amp; approx. 3,500 &#8211; 17,000 INR (wall art and other items).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ha Thai Village and Cat Dang Village.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnamese painted lacquerware is a refined art form that represents traditional craftsmanship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crafters spend several months on a single piece, polishing the surface between layers and embedding delicate materials such as pearl, crushed eggshells, or gold leaf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lacquerware items are among the best things to buy from Vietnam, as their durability ensures these pieces serve as lifelong souvenirs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13938\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13938\" style=\"width: 419px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/lacquerware-products-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13938\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/lacquerware-products-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lacquerware Products\" width=\"429\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/lacquerware-products-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/lacquerware-products-1-300x242.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 429px) 100vw, 429px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13938\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTeMyPZirAJ\/\">Lacquerware Products<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Items: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trays, decorative bowls, vases, intricate jewellery boxes and large wall panels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Bat Trang Ceramics and Pottery<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam has been a centre of ceramic production since the 1300s, known for high-fired porcelain with intricate hand-painted designs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 700 &#8211; 3,800 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bat Trang Village, Hanoi Old Quarter &amp; Thanh Ha Village (Hoi An).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bat Trang village, on the Red River near Hanoi, has produced ceramics since the 14th century.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13939\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13939\" style=\"width: 331px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bat-trang-ceramics-and-pottery.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13939\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bat-trang-ceramics-and-pottery.jpg\" alt=\"Bat Trang Ceramics and Pottery\" width=\"341\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bat-trang-ceramics-and-pottery.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/bat-trang-ceramics-and-pottery-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 341px) 100vw, 341px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13939\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUb1h_iEt7U\/\">Bat Trang Ceramics and Pottery<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their high-fired durability and unique glazes distinguish Vietnamese ceramics from those of other regions. Items made here often feature traditional dragon, phoenix, or lotus motifs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. XQ Hand-Embroidered Artwork and Linens<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The XQ Embroidery was founded by Vo Van Quan and Hoang Le Xuan to revive traditional stitching methods.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">600 &#8211; 2,000 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XQ Historical Village, Hang Gai Street, and embroidery shops in Hoi An.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The art of hand embroidery in Vietnam reached its artistic peak with the founding of XQ Embroidery in Da Lat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13940\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13940\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/xq-hand-embroidered-artwork.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13940\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/xq-hand-embroidered-artwork.jpg\" alt=\"XQ Hand-Embroidered Artwork\" width=\"520\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/xq-hand-embroidered-artwork.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/xq-hand-embroidered-artwork-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13940\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CFe8NBgpDf_\/\">XQ Hand-Embroidered Artwork<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This school of art combines traditional embroidery techniques with modern painting, creating lifelike portraits and landscapes. The work is so intricate that a single large piece can take several artisans hundreds of days to complete.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also affordable options for travellers, such as hand-embroidered tablecloths, napkins, and silk pouches, available at local markets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Handmade Jewellery and Gemstones<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Vietnam&#8217;s 1,500-year silversmithing tradition, centred in Hanoi&#8217;s Hang Bac Street and Sapa&#8217;s ethnic minority communities, produces handcrafted pieces at affordable prices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Approx. 400 &#8211; 4,500 INR (based on the quality and product, the price varies)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duong Ha Natural Gemstones &amp; Jade, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.silversoulvietnam.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trang s\u1ee9c b\u1ea1c Silver Soul Vietnam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp; Hang Bac Street.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam&#8217;s jewellery tradition dates back to the 15th century when Minister Luu Xuan Tin established the first silver foundry in Thang Long (now Hanoi).<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13941\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13941\" style=\"width: 387px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handmade-jewellery.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13941\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handmade-jewellery.jpg\" alt=\"Handmade Jewellery \" width=\"397\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handmade-jewellery.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/handmade-jewellery-226x300.jpg 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13941\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DSzZJ1-gJ7L\/\">Handmade Jewellery<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanoi\u2019s Hang Bac Street is known as &#8220;Silver Street.&#8221; Shops here specialise in handcrafted silver items using centuries-old techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These designs feature Vietnam&#8217;s four holy beasts: dragon, qilin (Vietnamese unicorn), turtle, and phoenix, engraved onto rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Snake Wine: The Traditional Tonic<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highlight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First recorded in China&#8217;s Western Zhou dynasty; spread to Vietnam via traditional medicine. This wine is infused with whole venomous snakes to extract their essence.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approx. 1,500 &#8211; 3,700 INR.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An Night Market &amp; Le Mat Snake Village.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snake wine is a traditional medicinal beverage produced by infusing whole snakes in rice wine or grain alcohol.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_13942\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13942\" style=\"width: 466px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/snake-wine.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-13942\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/snake-wine.jpg\" alt=\"Snake Wine\" width=\"476\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/snake-wine.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/snake-wine-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-13942\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DP8TDDXgcen\/\">Snake Wine<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dating back over 1,000 years, it is believed to provide masculine energy and serve as a cure for illnesses such as rheumatism and arthritis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam shopping connects you directly with centuries-old craftsmanship. From custom-tailored Ao Dai to hand-carved wooden stamps, every purchase tells a story of Vietnamese heritage and artistry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this guide, plan what to buy and avoid getting confused by the hundreds of things in the market.\u00a0 Bookmark this guide, pack light to leave room for souvenirs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, on this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/vietnam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam trip<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, bring home items that capture your Vietnam experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs on Things to Buy in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. What are the best souvenirs to buy in Vietnam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best things to buy in Vietnam include Vietnamese silk scarves, robusta coffee, conical hats, Hoi An lanterns, and a custom-made Ao Dai.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These items are iconic of the country and represent local craftsmanship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Where can you find the best deals on custom-tailored clothes in Vietnam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An is globally recognised as Vietnam&#8217;s tailoring capital. With over 400 shops, you can get high-quality suits, dresses, or Ao Dai customised in just 24 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. What is the best way to pay for my shopping in Vietnam, cash or card?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major malls and upscale boutiques in Hanoi and HCMC accept credit cards and mobile wallets like MoMo. However, cash (Vietnamese Dong) must be carried when you are in local markets and anywhere if you buy from street vendors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. What are the must-visit shopping markets in Vietnam?<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ben Thanh Market (Ho Chi Minh City)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Binh Tay Market (Ho Chi Minh City)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An Night Market (Hoi An)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dong Xuan Market (Hanoi)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cai Rang Floating Market (Can Tho Province)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quang Ba Flower Market (Hanoi)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phu Quoc Night Market<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways: Vietnam&#8217;s handicrafts come from centuries-old craft villages where techniques are passed down from generation to generation. Negotiating prices is a cultural habit that also makes shopping an interactive experience. Always carry small denominations, as vendors in markets and street stalls often cannot provide change for large notes. 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