STANLEY MARKET

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Essentials about Stanley Market in brief

For decades, Stanley Market has been one of Hong Kong’s most popular open-air markets. It is located right in the center of the coastal town of Stanley on the south side of Hong Kong Island. Compared to other markets in Hong Kong such as Ladies Market and Temple Street Night Market, Stanley Market is relatively uncluttered and tranquil. It occupies just two streets and can be “walked” in a good hour.

Shopping on Stanley Market

A common prejudice about the market is that it would be a tourist trap. This judgment does the market some injustice. It is true that the Stanley Market is very popular with tourists. However, this is primarily due to the fact that, on the one hand, Stanley is a generally popular tourist destination and, on the other hand, many interesting souvenirs are offered at the market.

If you are looking for Chinese fans, artistically engraved chopsticks, chess sets and calligraphic items, you will certainly find what you are looking for at Stanley Market. When it comes to silk items, traditional Chinese clothing and sporting goods, Stanley Market is also a good place to go. Another advantage of the market is that, due to the large number of tourists, the vendors (unlike other markets) speak English quite well.

The advantages of a rather quiet, touristy market are bought with the disadvantage that the prices at Stanley Market are somewhat higher than at other street markets in Hong Kong (but still very fair). There is also less haggling at Stanley Market than is usually the case at other Hong Kong markets. So the chances of negotiating a decent discount are worse here than elsewhere.

Stanley Market compared to other markets

So if you are looking for a typical noisy and bustling Hong Kong street market, where you can negotiate the best price with the sellers tough as nails, Stanley Market is certainly not the right place. If, on the other hand, you are looking for a rather quiet market where the sellers speak good English and which is mainly known for its souvenirs, you should make your way to Stanley Market.