TOURIST HOT SPOT: HANDICRAFT MARKET

The Handicraft Market is a great place to get cheaper handicrafts, handmade by the local (well, most of it). This hot spot (which is also known as the Philippine Market by the locals) is a great place to go to if you're looking for souvenirs to bring back as gifts or to simply impress your friends back home.

With so many choices to choose from, you can find good quality sarong and shirts with the famous Mount Kinabalu on it, to accessories such as hand bags, necklaces, bracelets, brooches and even earrings. And for those who have a craving for wooden craft work, the market gives an endless variety of such beautifully hand crafted exotic wooden mask or figurines to a simple wooden picture frame.

You will never know what treasure you might unravel when you visit here. A great piece of advice, never be afraid to give bargaining a try. You may find yourself getting what you what for a very great price, and be sure to keep you valuables close.

Getting There

The Handicraft Market is located along the same stretch as the Waterfront in Kota Kinabalu City. It is a 5 to 10 minute walk from the city centre.

Opening Hours

From 7:30 a.m to 7.30 p.m. daily