Sapa

For those seeking authentic Vietnamese handicrafts and the freshest organic countryside produce, shopping in Sapa is a fulfilling experience as it allows you to support the local tribal community and learn about their culture.

Here are the best places to enjoy shopping in Sapa: -

• Bac Ha is Sapa’s largest, most colourful upland market where ethnic people sell extravagant costumes, handbags, trinkets, baskets and souvenirs.
• Buy traditional clothing, homeware, jewellery and textiles from Sapa Market, Can Cau Market, Coc Ly Market and Cau May Street Market.
• Admire the British architecture of Sun Plaza Mall.
• Purchase world-class mountaineering gear at Clover Trekking and Souvenir Shopping.
• Quang Truong Square is the Sapa’s centre, boasting upscale boutiques, seafood vendors, bakeries, fountains and walkways.
• Pick up hand-made brocades, scarves, bags, jackets, carpets and skirts from Ta Phin Village and Sapa Love Market.
• For antiques and woodwork, head to Linh Handicrafts and Indigo Cat.

The daily cost on average would be around VND 892491. This includes meals as well as the cost of transportation and some light drinks.

• Money can be exchanged at airports for better exchange rates.
• There are some local restaurants as well as hotels which offer the facility of changing currency.
• Lots of ATMs can be found in and around Sapa.

• Never display affection in public places
• Never touch someone's head
• While talking don't point fingers rather use your hands
• Make sure to dress up appropriately in any public place