How to Shop for Authentic Souvenirs in Khao Lak
The coastal town of Khao Lak offers multifaceted experiences for visitors, be it soaking up the sun at its pristine beaches, admiring the beauty of nature at its national parks and enjoying the exotic Thai cuisine etc. However, this amazing town also has a wide range of shopping opportunities to delight the shopaholics and those who have fun picking up a few authentic souvenirs from their holiday destinations. Discover how to find these rather quirky spots to carry away a bit of Khao Lak back home.
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Bang Niang Market
Getting to know a city or town best is done by visiting the local markets irrespective of their size, frequency of operation etc. Bang Niang Market is one such place for visitors looking for things to do in Khao Lak such as getting a feel of local vibes, tasting different local food items and picking up authentic crafts and souvenirs.
Situated on Petchkasem Road on the opposite side of the International Tsunami Monument, this market operates between 10 am to 10 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The three broad lanes of the market are full of stores on each side. Creative wooden carvings, pretty soap carvings, brassware and pottery are some of the eye-catching souvenirs at this market whilst loads of clothes, food items, beachwear etc. entice many visitors.
In’s Mojito and Art Gallery
This unique gallery attracts visitors using properties like Avani+ Khao Lak Resort not only for its excellent Mojito which is mixed with passion, skill and art but also for the relaxing vibes in which they can enjoy the drinks and appreciate the various works of art at this fascinating gallery.
Situated behind Ban Niang Market, this gallery is open on Market days and has artists creating reproductions of your favourite photos on canvas making them come alive with colour and feeling. They are done on good quality canvas using Winton oil paints. Such a lovely piece of work on canvas will be a remarkable souvenir to present to a loved one back home.
Build Market
This is a famous evening market in Kuekkhak, Khao Lak mostly attracting locals and visitors for its tantalizing street food and an array of bars. The market is made up of a range of normal stalls and a series of trendy stores made by repurposing old shipping containers. The entire market has a cool and unique ambience with live music is performed drawing crowds of people. While you can shop for beach accessories, and beachwear in this unusual market it also has a variety of captivating local souvenirs.
Operating from 1 pm to 9 pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays the market is at its best towards evening, the ideal time to catch its vibrant spirit, enjoy the food and pick a few souvenirs to take back home.
T. T. Plaza
Walk into a shopping mall that gives you the feeling of being at a market, T. T. Plaza on Phetkasem Road in Khao Lak is a popular large retail mall offering an attractive shopping destination for visitors including toys, electronic products, and cosmetics in addition to a range of clothing, beachwear, and accessories at attractive prices all arranged to resemble a market. This unique mall is another good place to pick up souvenirs.
Open daily from 9 am to 9 pm, this mall is a favourite hangout place for visitors if they are not at the beach or exploring the beauty of Khao Lak with stalls selling snacks and drinks.
The street food stalls opposite T.T. Plaza are equally busy engaged in brisk business throughout the day feeding the stream of hungry shoppers during lunch and dinner.