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What to Buy in Thailand?

1. Thai Silk
2. Handmade Jewellery
3. Thai Handicraft
4. Thai Spa Products
5. Thai Spices
6. Thai Ceramics
7. Handmade Bags
8. Thai Coconut Oil Products
9. Thai Snacks and Sweets
10. Small Buddha Statues

Shop at the best Thai markets as you explore Thailand with Thrillophilia. This country is full of night markets, floating markets, upscale stores, and luxury malls where you can buy a wide range of things. Some of the top things to buy in Thailand range from their local handicrafts to an affordable range of electronics and fashion.

As you explore the cities and attractions in Thailand, you will find an endless array of souvenirs and gift items. Don’t miss the chance to buy authentic Thai silk, which is famous for its quality around the world. From spices and snacks for Thai food lovers to handicrafts and ceramics for home décor, there is something for all kinds of shoppers.

Book your Thailand travel packages with Thrillophilia and shop to your heart’s content at local markets like Chatuchak and Sukhomvit. Put your top-notch bargaining skills to use and save a few bucks while shopping in Thailand.

Here are some of the best things to buy in Thailand:

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Thai Silk

Among the top things to buy in Thailand is its famous Thai Silk, which is one of the world’s softest silks. Thai Silk is specially cultivated out of caterpillars who are fed a strict mulberry diet and is woven in beautiful designs. You can get Thai Silk as a souvenir or as an exotic gift for your friends and family, but beware of fake varieties. Look for a peacock emblem on Thai Silk clothes, scarves, shawls, and ties to verify authenticity.

Cost: THB 125 to THB 6,000 (INR 285 to INR 13,700 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Bangkok Airport, Jim Thompson House Bangkok, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Chinatown

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Handmade Jewellery

Handmade jewellery made by tribal artisans is one of the best things to buy in Thailand. The jewellery is crafted from semi-precious stones, gold and silver and each piece narrates a different story. Purchase colourful silver rings and necklaces as souvenirs or as memorable gifts for friends and family back home. Remember to look for authenticity marks like the .925 stamp on silver to avoid buying fake products.

Cost: THB 1000 to THB 2000 (INR 2,285 to INR 4,570 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Chiang Mai night markets, jewellery stores in Bangkok’s Silom and Sukhumvit

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Thai Handicraft

If you are wondering what to buy in Thailand as souvenirs then look for Thai handicrafts. Artisans create each product by hand, which are beautiful examples of Thailand’s traditional art and culture. Shop for colourful pottery, lacquerware, wooden carvings, and other home décor items at very affordable prices. You can also shop for souvenirs and gift items like cushions, crockery, wall hangings, paintings and much more.

Cost: THB 300 to THB 1,500 (INR 685 to INR 3,420 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Local markets of Chiang Mai and Ayutthaya, Chatuchak Market, Silom Village, Chinatown

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Thai Spa Products

Spa products are one of the most famous things to buy in Thailand. Thailand is known around the world for its aromatic and soothing massages, which you can enjoy at home with these products. Shop for essential oils, herbal massage packs, body scrubs, scented candles and much more from local markets or upscale stores. Known for their nourishing and revitalising qualities, Thai spa products are great as souvenirs and gifts for friends and family.

Cost: THB 40 to THB 1,500 (INR 90 to INR 3,400 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Local stores at Chiang Mai, Rimping Harnn and Bath and Bloom outlets, and Supermarkets like Big C and Top.

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Thai Spices

Fragrant and flavourful Thai spices are among the top things to buy in Thailand for Indians. Practical as souvenirs and gift items for friends and family, the spices are grown locally and are of high quality. Get a wide range of spices like coriander seeds, prickly ash, star anise, crushed chilli, cinnamon, long pepper, and others here. The spices come dried and sealed in vacuum packets or air-tight containers, making them last longer and easy to carry.

Cost: THB 10 to THB 500 (INR 23 to INR 1,145 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Spice Story, Little India, Chatuchak Market, local gourmet markets in Bangkok and Chiang Mai

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Thai Ceramics

 Traditional Thai ceramics are known for their fine craftsmanship and are among the most famous things in Thailand to buy. The ceramics are hand-painted with delicate designs, but also have functional purposes which make them a great investment. Shop for Lanna, Ban Chian, Celadon, Sawankhalok, and Sisatchanalai ceramics and get a peek into Thai history and culture. Get handcrafted ceramic plates, bowls, cups and much more as souvenirs or as gifts for your loved ones.

Cost: THB 300 to THB 1000 (INR 690 to INR 2,290 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Sukhothai, Lampang, and markets in Central, Northern and Northeastern Thailand.

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Handmade Bags

Among the best things to buy in Thailand are handmade bags, which are designed by local artisans. The bags are made from different materials like cotton, leather, and silk, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. These items have beautiful embroidery designs such as Thai elephants, tribal patterns, Thai hummingbirds, and other traditional patterns. Shop for bags of different kinds like small pouches, clutches, woven bags, shoulder bags, large handbags and much more.

Cost: THB 100 to THB 800 (INR 230 to INR 1,830 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Chinatown, Chatuchak Market, Sukhumvit Nightly Street Market, Bon Marche Market, MBK Centre Shopping Mall, Platinum Mall

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Thai Coconut Oil Products

If you are looking for the best cheap things to buy in Thailand, coconut oil products are incredibly popular among tourists. Edible coconut products include coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut sugar and coconut water, which you can find in most markets in Thailand. You can also purchase coconut fibre and shell products like baskets, utensils and ropes as gifts and souvenirs for friends and family. Get organically produced coconut oil skincare and hair products like moisturisers, lotions, bathing essentials and much more here.

Cost: THB 100 to THB 300 (INR 230 to INR 690 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Chatuchak Market, Bangkok Farmers Market, Koh Samui Coconut Museum, Klangson Market, Swanson Food and Beverages.

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Thai Snacks and Sweets

Known as one of the best things to buy in Thailand for Indians, you must take Thai snacks and sweets home. Enjoy a taste of Thailand’s delicious cuisine as you try a blend of savoury, sweet and spicy flavours in these snacks. Try popular snacks like Durian chips, dried squid, crispy pork sticks, seaweed snacks, and pork floss, among others. Since these snacks are unique to Thailand, they are ideal souvenirs and gifts for food lovers.

Cost: THB 50 to THB 300 (INR 115 to INR 690 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Chatuchak Market and other street markets, Chinatown, Supermarkets like Seven Eleven, Gourmet outlets
10

Small Buddha Statues

When in doubt about what to buy in Thailand, go for the small Buddha statues found in local markets here. Since Buddhism is the major religion followed in Thailand, you can find Buddha statues in different sizes and materials. Buddha statues are made in various styles, including Lanna, Ayutthaya, Sukhothai, and meditative styles. As you shop for souvenirs and gifts for your loved ones, remember to get the miniature Buddhas to avoid problems with the customs department.

Cost: Less than THB 1000 (less than INR 2,290 approx.)

Best Places to Buy: Local markets like Chatuchak and night markets, street shops, temples, Chinatown, handicraft markets.

People Also Ask About Thailand

  1. What are the best things to buy in Thailand?

    Some of the best things to buy in Thailand include:
    • Thai Silk: Known as the world’s softest silk, Thai silk scarves and shawls are among the best things to buy in Thailand.
    • Thai Ceramics: Unique and handcrafted, Thai ceramics are the famous things in Thailand to buy for history and home décor lovers.
    • Thai Handicrafts: Crafted by tribals in unique patterns and designs, Thai handicrafts are the top things to buy in Thailand.
  2. What are some of the best places to buy things in Thailand?

    Some of the best places to buy things in Thailand are:
    • Chatuchak Weekend Market: Known as the biggest street market in Thailand, Chatuchak has more than 10,000 stores selling all kinds of clothes, accessories, and electronics.
    • Chinatown: Be it the different flavours of Thai cuisine or cheap electronic products, find them all in one place in Chinatown.
    • Floating Markets: Discover the traditional beauty of Thailand as you shop for handcrafted items by locals at Thai floating markets.
  3. What items are cheap in Thailand?

    A lot of daily-use items like clothes and electronics are among the cheap things to buy in Thailand. You can also bargain prices at local street markets and night markets to get products at cheaper rates. Footwear, spices, snacks, traditional handicrafts and even silks can be found at pretty inexpensive rates in Thailand. Focus on buying quality products and beware of fake items while shopping in Thailand.
  4. Is Thailand cheap to buy clothes?

    Yes, Thailand is one of the most affordable places to buy different clothes and fashion trends. You can shop for traditional, local clothing from street markets or purchase branded clothes from high-end stores at incredibly low prices. Put your bargaining skills to use so you can purchase good quality clothing at lower rates here. Your best bet for quality yet cheap clothing is the night markets and weekend markets.
  5. What things are cheaper in Thailand than India?

    There are a lot of things which are cheaper in Thailand than in India, popular ones being electronics and Korean makeup and skincare. You can easily get electronics and skincare products at bargained prices at the street markets here. Other popular things that are cheaper in Thailand as compared to India are clothing and accessories like bags, jewellery, shoes, and sunglasses.
  6. Is it cheap to shop in Thailand?

    Yes, shopping in Thailand is a very affordable experience. You can purchase a wide variety of local handicrafts and internationally famous products at low prices here. In fact, you can bargain prices to a great extent at the local night and floating markets in Thailand. Except for items that are imported and face a luxury tax, most local products like spices, electronics, and clothing are cheap here.
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