Artbook

Artbook is a cute little store to browse through for fun Vietnam-themed gifts and souvenirs that aren't your typical Chinese imports. Some of their best buys include wallets made from recycled storage bags, high-quality retro posters on rice paper, and unique postcard collections. They also stock a fantastic selection of books on all things Vietnam (in English).

• Address:

  166 Trần Phú, Phường Minh An, Hoi An

• Phone:

  +84 235 3910 225

Đường Phan Bội Châu (Rue des Arts)

Formerly the main street of Hoi An's French Quarter, Phan Bội Châu is currently going through a renaissance: art galleries, exhibition spaces and sophisticated craft boutiques have opened shop here, bringing the street to the forefront of the town's cultural life. There is a free guide to the area's venues that can be picked up free of charge.

Hoi An Central Market

The bustling Hoi An market takes a little getting used to: it's distinctly more hectic than the downtown area and teems with local vendors and shoppers as much as it does with tourists. Abundant Asian herbs, souvenirs like lacquered coconut shell bowls, Vietnamese coffee-makers and traditional cone hats are some of the wares on sale. Of particular interest are the indoor food stands serving up scrumptious snacks at some of the lowest prices in town.

• Address:

  73 Phan Bội Châu Sơn Phong tp, Hoi An

• Phone:

  +84 235 3861 323

Hoi An Night Market

From 6 to 9 pm daily, Hoi An's Nguyen Hoang Street transforms into a 300-metre long bustling night market, unfolding underneath a myriad colourful lanterns. It's a great place to stock up on souvenirs: prices are low and can get even lower if you don't hesitate to haggle: prices can go down up to 70% from starting level.

• Address:

  3 Nguyễn Hoàng, Phường Minh An, Hội An

• Opening hours:

  Daily 18-22

Reaching Out Arts & Crafts

This ethical craft and souvenir shop supports artists with disabilities, selling their original designs while making a tangible impact on the lives of disadvantaged local creators. The wares themselves are of excellent quality and range from silver jewellery (which is a great buy here) to linens, tableware, and home decor pieces.

• Web:

  www.reachingoutvietnam.com

• E-mail:

  info@reachingoutvietnam.com

• Address:

  131 Trần Phú, Phường Minh An, Hoi An

• Phone:

  +84 935 323 626

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–6:30pm, Sat & Sun 9am–4:30pm