Are you in love with Saigon and do you want to bring home some souvenirs for your family and friends? Are you looking for some unique, fascinating places to max out your credit card for the best souvenirs but don’t know where to find them? If yes, then worry not, as we are here to take you through some of the most exciting gifts and specialty shops in town!

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GARMENTS

Thuy Design House

Inspired by its owner’s background in art and a mission to empower femininity through the fabric, Thuy Design House is the ultimate destination for anyone looking to buy the most exotic, most beautiful, and most modern Ao Dai that Saigon has to offer. Walking into the shop is nothing short of walking through a fantastical wonderland, as you will be enchanted by the colorful patterns and meticulous designs that make each piece of a garment like a work of art on its own. If you want to bring the best-modernized versions of the traditional Ao Dai back home to impress family and friends, stopping by Thuy Design House is a must!

Address: 132 – 134 Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 28 3824 8343
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Metiseko

Upon arriving in Vietnam, Metiseko’s founders have been driven by a mission to create upscale and cosmopolitan quality clothing, accessories and homeware with a strong "Made in Vietnam" identity. From its base in Hoi An, Central Vietnam, the shop derives inspiration from Vietnamese traditions and landscapes to design some of the most exotic pieces of garments capturing the essence of Vietnam as well as giving it a certain Western twist. Every item found at Metiseko is produced with the environment in mind so the shop is definitely the place for people who are going green!

Address: 157 Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 8 3915 8825
Opening hours: 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM

CERAMICS

Authentique Home

Since its foundation in 1995, Authentique has dedicated itself to celebrating and upholding the fine crafts traditions of Vietnam. Home to three renowned workshops – Cam Kim carpentry, Cam Ha potteries, and Cam Giang textiles – and three pillars of production philosophy – refined design, handpicked materials, and masterly craftsmanship – Authentique Home offers the top quality ceramics and homeware. If you are a fan of tea ceremonies or just wanting some beautiful cups to impress your friends, don’t forget to visit Authentique Home when visiting Saigon!

Address: 113 Le Thanh Ton, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 8 3822 8052
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Minh Phuong Lacquerware Gallery

If you are looking to see how lacquerware is made and buy some for your own, don’t forget to crash by Minh Phuong Lacquerware Gallery when visiting Saigon. Made with the artisans’ years of experience and extreme care, the products offered at this shop is among the best found in town, with all kinds of different styled items – from paintings to pottery, to silk products and many other home decor and accessories!

Address: 40 Phung Khac Khoan, Dakao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 8 3824 7689
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Duy Tan – Saigon Artisan

Duy Tan - Saigon Artisan is the place to find an interesting selection of handcrafted Vietnamese Lacquerwares, Ceramics from the nation-reknown craftsmen village of Bac Trang or simply some quirky souvenirs to bring home with you. In addition to a wide range of tableware, jewelry made from interesting materials like buffalo horns, the shop also sells ceramics and bags made of recycled fabric. Most items sold here are made on site, so if you feel like making a small contribution to the local business community, don’t forget to grab some souvenirs!

Address: 84 Le Loi, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 8 3824 4860
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM

BODY ART

Henna Art by Kim

Among the items on our list, Henna Art by Kim is probably the most exotic place to get souvenirs, as you don’t leave with products inside your shopping bag, but on your own skin!  Widely used for thousands of years in Indian culture and many other countries like Arabia, North Africa and South East Asia along the old spice trade routes, Henna art conveys some of the most interesting stories and messages from the past. At Henna Art by Kim, the artist only does traditional henna designs using natural henna dye, so don’t worry about getting a tattoo as it can be later washed off!

Address: 66 Nguyen Ngoc Phuong, Ward 19, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+33) 6 21 16 47 70
Opening hours: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

MISCELLANEOUS

Cổ và Cũ (English: Old and Older)

A hidden gem located on the third floor of SC Vivo City shopping center in District 7, Old and Older enchants its customer with its anachronistic feel among the hustle and bustle of modern lifestyles in Saigon. Walking into the shop, you are likely to be greeted with an essence of Saigon in the 80’s and 90’s, which is a mix between Saigonese and Western vibes with its photographs, wooden music boxes, tabletop decorations, and various models depicting the old yet nostalgic lifestyle of the past. A visit to Old and Older is definitely worth your salt, so crash by whenever you are around the area!

Address: 3rd floor, SC Vivo City shoping center, Tan Phong Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 93 851 17 66
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saigon kitsch

A dark horse when it comes to the souvenirs business, Saigon kitsch builds its brand on the reproduction of propaganda items, with revolutionary motifs emblazoned on its coffee mugs, coasters, jigsaws, and T-shirts. The shop also offers uniquely designed laptop and tablet cover fashioned from recycled Vietnamese packing. However, since this cool shop is quite small, you might want to keep your eyes peeled in District 1 in order to find this hidden gem among an array of souvenir shops!

Address: 43 Ton That Thiep, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Contact: (+84) 8 3821 8019
Opening hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM