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Top Shopping Places in the Philippines

17 Jan 2024 02:09 PM
Top Shopping Places in the Philippines

The contemporary markets of the Philippines are a testimony of its Americanization as well as modernization so that mall culture has pervaded every major city of the nation. However, the age-old charm of conventional markets is still there on the island especially in all of its smaller cities. Shopping can be a fascinating experience on this island nation provided the best market is chosen for the purpose. 

 

The country also offers many indigenous products like home-furnishings, embroidery, intricate handicrafts, baskets and jewellery so that a tourist may have to pack some extra bags on the way back! We take a look at some of the best shopping places in the Philippines wherein making a purchase can be a memorable affair.  

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1. Divisoria Market

Divisoria Market
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While looking for the best textiles in Manila, this market can easily be visited as it has a large collection of different types of hand-woven as well as polyester variants. The prices here are quite economic and bargaining can help a customer receive products at a fairly cheaper rate. Also, the market stays open for a considerable part of the day so that visiting the place can never be a problem.    

 

 

2. Robinsons Galleria

Robinsons Galleria
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While speaking of the mall culture in the country, one cannot miss out visiting the Robinsons Galleria in Cebu City which is located very close to the Port of Cebu. It is the largest Robinsons Mall apart from the ones in Manila. It is a six-story complex that houses a lot of signature stores, Robinsons Appliances and Robinsons Department Stores, 200 boutiques and many bars and restaurants. For the best high-end purchases, a visit to this mall can be fabulous. 

3. City Mall

City Mall
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For all the residents of Boracay Island, it is the uber-commercial place of the island. The mall was inaugurated in February 2017 and it offers an air-conditioned ambiance so that people can shop from its fashion boutiques, grocery store, food stalls, and pharmacy. There is also a game centre in the mall to keep the kids perfectly engaged. Hence, this is also one of the best shopping places in the Philippines.

4. Duty-Free

Duty-Free
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The Duty-Free Stores of Angeles City in the Clark Freeport Zone can be an ideal shopping paradise for all imported goods purchasers. The shops over here accept payment in US Dollars so that many different global products can easily be bought from the many kiosks that dot the property. Don’t you think this can be the best shopping places in the Philippines?

5. Island City Mall

Island City Mall
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The Island City Mall of Bohol Island is the largest and newest shopping mall of the island where buyers can have a pleasurable shopping experience. Different types of gadgets, books and summer apparels can be expected here in abundant numbers. Buyers can be pampered here for choice for all these items apart from a lot more. It also has an air-conditioned food hall with many types of delicacies from different geographical tastes so that visiting here with family can be quite a satisfying experience.  

6. Alegre Guitar Factory

Alegre Guitar Factory
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It is a renowned company in Mactan Island that specializes in manufacturing and selling ukuleles and handcrafted acoustic guitars. Customization is also encouraged over here so that music buffs can readily visit the Factory and satiate their rhythmic needs. The Philippines is popular worldwide for its spectacular musical prowess and the Factory only helps in strengthening that notion further. Visitors can even drop in and take a look at how the instruments are made here by the local craftsmen.   

7. Shopping Mall

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No discussion on the best shopping places in the Philippines can be complete without a mention of this gigantic shopping mall in Manila. Situated in Chinatown in the hub of the city, it is a five-story edifice that is very popular for many types of bargain goods. Additionally, accessories like toys, shoes, and bags are very much desired over here for which customers can get a lot of choices. There are also a lot of food carts and restaurants throughout the complex that can make shopping a satisfying experience for the family. 

8. Carbon Market

Carbon Market
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An old-world charm of shopping can be achieved while visiting this market in Cebu City. Buyers can hire a horse-drawn carriage while shopping here and many types of household goods and furnishings can be available here at very cheap rates. It is a 100-years old market that is specifically popular for its vegetables, fresh meat, ingredients, religious items as well as house decor of many types.

 

A compilation of some of the best shopping places in the Philippines is presented here so that anyone can go and visit these places for their favourite item and enjoy the typical Filipino hospitality during shopping.

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