You are almost at the end of your Vietnam tour, so you go around the markets looking for the best souvenirs in Vietnam. But then you get overwhelmed by the hawkers and the sheer amount of things you can buy. Well, don’t worry we’ve got your sorted. Read on to find out the best souvenirs you need to buy in Vietnam.
Let’s check out the top 8 souvenirs from Vietnam you need to take back home.
Non La, the conical-shaped traditional hats, is instantly recognizable and considered one of the cultural symbols of Vietnam. Whether you're in a remote fishing village or a metropolitan city, you will see people wearing it everywhere around the country. The cultural symbol of these hats makes them a great souvenir to take back home. You can find these hats in souvenirs shops and markets all around Vietnam.
Cost- Starting from 10,000 VND to 100,000 VND
Ao Dai is the beautiful national Vietnamese dress worn by both men and women. The design is simple yet beautifully executed. It is usually made up of two pieces of clothing, a long dress with pants underneath. The colors are often contrasting which makes the dress stand out. You can buy ready-made ao dai from many souvenir shops. But if you want a more personalized touch, you can also get an ao dai tailor-made for you.
Cost- Starting from 250,000 VND for a ready-made ao dai to 700,000 VND/1,200,000 VND for tailor-made ao dai.
The Vietnamese love their coffee. The country is home to Vietnamese coffee, one of the most popular coffee drinks in the world. It is also one of the best places to buy quality coffee beans especially Arabica and Robusta beans. You won’t be disappointed with the taste and smell of the coffee beans. You’ll find coffee beans, especially Trung Nguyen, the most popular coffee brand in Vietnam, everywhere from cafes to specialty shops.
Cost- Starting from 80,000 VND to 250,00 VND depending on quality and weight.
Traditional lanterns are bright, colorful, and a great way to spruce up your home. Most of the lanterns you’ll find in Vietnam are made of either paper or silk and are usually hand painted. The lanterns are also said to bring good luck and prosperity. The best place to buy lanterns is in the city of Hoi An which is famous for its lantern-lit streets and canals.
Cost- Starting from 10,000 VND to 400,000 VND depending on size and quality.
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Vietnam, till very recently, was a divided country and in the middle of a full-scale war. During this tough time, propaganda slogans were painted everywhere to rally the people and raise morale. Nowadays, you can find reprints of propaganda posters with slogans everywhere. They make for a great souvenir, especially for history and art lovers.
Cost- Starting from 200,000 VND depending on size
Another item Vietnam is famous for is its soft and luxurious silks. What was once reserved for the rich is now readily available for the masses. You can find silk shops everywhere around the country but the best silk can be found in Van Phuc Silk Village in Hanoi. You can buy silk scarves, shirts, dresses, or buy silk material and get a tailor to stitch you a silk ao dai.
Cost- Starting from 70,000 VND per meter up to 100,000 VND per meter.
Vietnamese lacquerware is nothing short of amazing. Dedicated craftsmen spend years learning the art of lacquer. It’s labor-intensive but the results are worth it. The detailed and delicate lacquerware paintings are worth buying, especially the handmade ones. You can find high-quality handmade lacquerware in small galleries located within Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi markets.
Cost- Starting from 60,000 VND for small trinkets to upwards of 2,000,000 for large lacquerware pieces
One Vietnamese souvenir you should not miss out on is Vietnamese paintings. They are exquisite, highly detailed, and make for excellent decor. You can find painters selling their artwork next to market stalls all across the country.
Cost- Starting from 200,000 VND onwards. The price will change depending on the artist, the detailing, materials used, and size.
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