Ulaanbaatar
Also known as the Black Market (Khar Zakh), this is a must-see spot for those wanting to pick up traditional Mongolian clothing, carpets, horse-riding…
Must-see shopping in Mongolia
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Ulaanbaatar
Established in 1921, the State Department Store, known as ikh delguur (big shop), is a local institution and virtually a tourist attraction in itself…
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Ulaanbaatar
Fair-trade shop selling handmade traditional handicrafts, felt products, clothing (including men's and children's), toys, jewellery and modern Kazakh wall…
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Mongolia
This is one of the last traditional bow and arrow workshops in Mongolia. In a large, dusty room, exquisite bows and arrows are made from ibex and reindeer…
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Western Mongolia
Traditional Kazakh skullcaps, wall hangings and throws, knives and dombra (traditional Kazakh two-stringed lutes) can be found amid the chaos here. Also…
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Mongolia
Choibalsan’s proximity to China means that its market is well stocked. Purchase anything from fresh produce, dried dairy products and a local relish made…
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Western Mongolia
Cosy arts and crafts shop selling Kazakh felt handicrafts (bags, purses, slippers, hats) as well as traditional clothing. Prices start at around T4000…
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Mongolia
If you're looking for souvenirs, we recommend this shop, which sells (as the name indicates) locally made handicrafts, as opposed to cheap Chinese knock…
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Ulaanbaatar
If you're looking to embark on a cycling trip around Mongolia then this is your place. It sells Trek mountain bikes, as well as a large range of…
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Egshiglen Magnai National Musical Instrument Shop
Ulaanbaatar
A great little shop for those interested in buying handmade Mongolian instruments. It sells morin khuur (horse-head fiddles; from T180,000), yattag …
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Ulaanbaatar
Has slightly lower prices than the cashmere shops in the city centre, although much of it is last year’s stock. Next door is the flagship shop with a full…
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Mongolia
This little gallery is owned by artist Batbold, where he sells his quality original paintings, as well as Buddhist and Soviet-era artefacts. He also has a…
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Ulaanbaatar
Stocks German-made Vaude gear, GPS units, maps, stoves and gas, and travel books and accessories. It also hires outdoor gear, including tents, sleeping…
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Ulaanbaatar
Excellent cashmere and wool garments can be purchased here, with all of Mongolia's big brands represented, including Gobi, Goyo, Altai and Blue Sky. It’s…
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Ulaanbaatar
Set up by a Mongolian woman, this classy cosmetics store specialises in organic body products and accessories made using local products from sea buckthorn…
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Ulaanbaatar
Sells handmade quilts produced by low-income families. The money earned here goes to the New Life NGO, which directly supports the women who produce the…
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Ulaanbaatar
This nonprofit store, which sends money directly back to the craftspeople, has all manner of wool products, including toys, clothes and artwork.
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Ulaanbaatar
The definitive spot to pick up local, contemporary music, stocking anything from Mongolian indie bands to Top 40, as well as traditional CDs.
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Ulaanbaatar
Sells and exchanges used books in English, including fiction, books on Mongolia and guidebooks.
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Ulaanbaatar
This downtown outlet of the iconic brand shows off the latest fashions in cashmere and wool.
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Ulaanbaatar
For up-to-date road maps of Mongolia try this shop near the Elba Electronics centre.
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Mongolia
If you've come to Mongolia for a carpet, this might be the store you've been waiting for (although we stress 'might'). Most of the carpets aren't…
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Ulaanbaatar
Just south of Naran Tuul is this similar market, but with the difference of being indoors and organised in a more orderly layout. It's less atmospheric …
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The Gobi
A so-called department store, which is really a range of independently owned clothing and toy stalls, cosmetics and mobile phone vendors. There is a…
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Ulaanbaatar
Run by the team from nearby Rosewood is this small grocer that bakes its own rustic breads and sells fresh locally sourced meats. It also stocks other…
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Western Mongolia
A women's cooperative workshop that sells handmade felt and camel-wool items including cosy slippers, saddle covers for horses and camels, and woven…
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Ulaanbaatar
A quality shop for the serious buyer, it sells enormous Sutras, traditional headdresses, Buddhist statues and other rare items. Some of the items are…
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Ulaanbaatar
This three-storey building is crammed with dozens of private dealers selling everything from flash drives to the latest laptops. It is located behind the…
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Mongolia
Next door to Fairfield Guesthouse, this shop sells handmade woollen products and souvenirs. It's opening hours are sporadic.
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Ulaanbaatar
Several small antique shops are located on the 1st and 2nd floor of this building, hidden behind Narya Cafe.
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Ulaanbaatar
This place sells camping, fishing and hunting equipment, plus GPS units, mainly imported from the US.
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The Gobi
DZ's local market, where produce and goods are sold by a range of merchants in the centre of town.
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Ulaanbaatar
One of several stores along this strip, this shop produces custom-made dels and other traditional Mongolian outfits. A custom-made silk del will cost…
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Ulaanbaatar
One of several shops along this strip selling a range of cameras, tripods and other photographic equipment.
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Ulaanbaatar
The shiny Shangri-La Centre comprises upmarket shops, an IMAX cinema, restaurants and a five-star hotel.
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Mongolia
A good place to stock up on groceries and supplies, with several supermarkets situated along this strip.
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