Shopping in the Philippines varies from region to region. Manila is the place to go for serious shopping, with many air-conditioned, brand-heavy, and ultra-modern malls. The capital is also home to flea and bazaar-style markets, where some real treasures and endless bargaining opportunities exist.
Tropical island destinations such as Boracay, Bohol and Palawan feature lively shopping scenes that host convenience stores, souvenir boutiques, and markets. If you’re looking to buy indigenous products and handicrafts, local markets on these islands are laden with handmade, high-quality goods. When it comes to what to buy in the Philippines, local jewellery, antiques and textiles are some of the most popular items to get for yourself and loved ones back home.
The Philippines is an excellent shopping destination for anyone interested in picking up elaborate handicrafts, home furnishings, jewellery, embroidery and baskets. When it comes to buying traditional crafts such as silks and carvings, you’re invariably helping to support a still-growing...
Our list of the best places to go shopping in Manila introduces the most exciting malls, markets, and stores available...
Our listing for the best shopping experiences in Boracay Island will give you some hints about where to go to...
The best shopping experiences in Cebu can be found spread across the Cebu Metropolitan area. This includes Cebu City itself,...
Shopping in Mactan Island can be quite a remarkable experience in its own right. In particular, the island has a...
The selection of shopping experiences in Bohol Island is not as wide as it is in Manila or Cebu, but...