Hoi An Shopping
Lanterns and crafts
The signature souvenir is a silk lantern. Look for the foldable kind that collapses flat, which survives a suitcase far better than the rigid frames. Even better, make your own in a lantern-making class so it comes with a story.
Tailoring and leather
Hoi An has hundreds of tailor shops turning around suits, dresses and coats in a day or two, and the town to get something made to measure. Custom leather shoes and bags are made alongside the tailors. Read a tailors guide and budget for a second fitting.
Ceramics and coffee
Thanh Ha pottery village supplies the ceramics, and a bag of Vietnamese coffee with a phin filter makes a light, cheap gift. Skip the mass-produced trinkets in the night market and focus on the crafts the area actually makes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoi An famous for shopping?
For silk lanterns and made-to-measure tailoring. Foldable lanterns and a custom suit or dress are the classic souvenirs, alongside leather goods, ceramics and coffee.
Can you bring a Hoi An lantern home?
Yes. Buy or make a foldable lantern, which collapses flat so it fits in a suitcase. The rigid ones are harder to transport without crushing.