Hua Hin Shopping

Hua Hin and the area around it are wonderful places to shop for virtually all of Thailand's traditional handicrafts. In addition, the town itself has become a centre for contemporary art with several small galleries in town featuring works by local artists. If you are looking for a suit or dress, there are legions of tailors in hotels and other areas that will craft one to your specifications.
There are also numerous opportunities to purchase reasonably priced handbags, sunglasses, costume jewellery, prescription glasses, or readymade clothing. If you haven't been to a dentist recently, having your teeth cleaned or other dental work done costs a fraction of what it would in most other places. Other than a few large factory outlets on Petchakasem Road, there are no large shopping malls. Instead you will find small shops operated by individual proprietors who pride themselves in offering personalised service.

Handicrafts and Art

There are a lot of art and handicrafts on offer in Hua Hin. Although it is difficult to generalize, you'll find lots of products from seashells near the Sofitel and loads of handicrafts in the nearby Hua Hin Bazaar. Paintings, carpets, handicrafts and antiques are offered in many shops on Naresdamri Road. The shopping bHere are a few places to get you started.

Art Gallery41/91 Thavorn Village 5Soi Mooban Noi, Nongplub Road, Hua Hin(08) 1890-5786 A good selection of pictures and oils by local artists.

Gaw Gai Shop2/1 Dechanuchit Road, Hua HinNear the entrance to the ChaoLay Seafood Restaurant. It offers ceramics, wooden bric-a-brac and lamps made from Thai pottery.

Phaiboon56/1-4 Dechanuchit Road, Hua HinA large shop with virtually all types of handicrafts represented. A good place for Kom Ma Phat, a beautiful local cotton print cloth.

Hua Hin Gallery Orient7/14 Sra-Song Road, Hua Hin(0) 3253-0652Thai handicrafts, wood products and numerous antiques.

Hua Hin Night MarketDechanuchit Road, Hua HinAlthough thought of primarily as a place to eat, Hua Hin's Night Market and the adjoining Night Plaza are excellent places to shop for Thai trinkets and handicrafts. (Read More... )