Top 10 Airports for an Unforgettable Shopping Experience
Discover the best airports for shopping around the world, from luxury goods to unique local treasures. Here’s where you can indulge in a one-of-a-kind shopping experience before your flight.
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Shopping at airports can be more than just a way to kill time before a flight; it can be an adventure in itself. Here are ten of the best airports for indulging in unique and diverse shopping experiences.
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Jewel Changi Airport is a haven for local goodies. Try the barbecued meats at Bee Cheng Hiang, or indulge in local-brand coffee and tea at Kim’s Duet. Don’t miss the colorful confectionery at Bengawan Solo. You’ll also find locally made fashion, jewelry, and watches.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
While tulip bulbs are a classic, try Dutch Discoveries or We Love Holland for painted clogs and windmill souvenirs. Local lingerie brand Hunkemoller and The Museum Shop, offering Delft porcelain and Rembrandt-themed gifts, are must-visits.
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Duty-free shops offer everything from kitschy snowdomes to traditional hookahs and oil lamps. For perfumes, check out Emirati brands Ajmal and Anfas Alkhaleej, known for their musky, woody scents and decorative bottles.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Explore DoiTung for handcrafted items by northern Thai minorities, and Jim Thompson for luxury silk fabrics. Affordable souvenirs can be found at Memories of Thailand and Tastes of Thailand.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
ChiBoys offers fashion and accessories with a nod to Chicago’s history, while Field Museum Store has dinosaur models and natural history products. Hoypoloi Gallery features fine art and sculptures, and I Love Chicago offers unique ceramics, prints, and jewelry.
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Local lifestyle brand G.O.D. offers everything from tea to homeware. Design Gallery showcases works from 200 Hong Kong designers, and Discover Hong Kong sells affordable souvenirs like model junks and panda-emblazoned pens.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
In T2 and T4, Hamleys toy store is a must-visit. Britannia kitsch can be found at Glorious Britain, and Fortnum & Mason in T2 and T5 offers British hampers and Explorer’s Blend tea.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Fa-So-La has traditional sweets and sake, while Fukujuen in T2 offers matcha tea and confectionery. Iwakura in T1 sells Shinto rocks, prayer beads, and wind chimes, adding a serene shopping experience.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Entertainment in T8 offers branded caps, bags, and hoodies, while Bartels’ Harley-Davidson in T7 has everything Harley-branded. I Love LA in T1 and T5 features exclusive Hello Kitty California mugs and T-shirts.
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Le Gourmet offers Middle Eastern chocolate brands like Al Nassma and Patchi. DFS features Bateel’s gourmet dates, and LuLu has premium dried nuts and fruit from local brands like Bayara.
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