In tourist places, sometimes there are sellers who rip off tourists. If you don't know how to bargain, you will end up buying things at high prices, especially if you are a visitor who come to Vietnam for the first time. In the places like Hoi An or Hue there are thousands of shops serving international tourists. The tips below will help you choose the right item and save money when traveling in Vietnam.


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Don't show too much interest in the item (even though you really like it).
When you accidentally fall in love with something, don't show too much interest because it is easy for the sellers to grasp your mind. If you reveal your preference too early, it will cause the seller to increase the price of the item you want. Prices will go up a lot and they and won't agree to the price you bargain for. Pretend you don't care much about the item, they will definitely offer you a lower price to persuade you.

Check prices before buying
The item you want to buy will be sold in different stores in the tourist site. Instead of buying the first time you see it, take the time to walk around the nearby stores and check prices. This not only helps you know the exact price of that item, but who knows, you might find something more satisfactory.


Offer a suitable price
Before traveling to Vietnam you need to consult the prices from the experiences of previous travelers or on travel forums to get some basic information. Normally, in Vietnam you can pay 10-30% lower than the seller's price. However, in some places the price can be up to 50%. Therefore, please consider and carefully research information about the destination to avoid being ripped off when making a purchase!

Don't be confused or scared
You are a customer, you have the right to look at and choose your favorite items. So don't let yourself fall into shyness, fear, or confusion when bargaining it. If you need time to think, you can be silent, because silence can be a powerful bargaining tool.

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Always stay alert
Be alert when checking the quality of the item you intend to buy, as well as be wary of the seller's tricks. They may pretend to increase the store's reputation by arranging for many people to shop when you arrive, but look straight at the reality of the product's quality and price. You should also be alert to street vendors in tourist areas. They often talk about the pitiful circumstances of themselves and their families. You will easily relent and buy their goods at high prices.

Compliment and smile
You can use the seller's tactic of giving compliments. An open, friendly attitude can make it much easier for you to negotiate than a frowning, cold, unpleasant face. Speaking slowly and politely with a smile always on your lips will help you create sympathy with the seller, and make everything go more smoothly.


Shop with locals
If you have acquaintances, relatives or friends at the tourist destination, ask them to go shopping with you. With their knowledge, they will help you buy things at the right place and without being ripped off. If you can't have anyone to go with you, just pocket some common sayings when shopping in the local language, so the seller can see that you have experience buying without overcharging.

Ideal time to bargain
Go shopping when the store is about to close. At that time, the salesperson can't wait to go home, but before the end of the working day, it would be great if there were some goods sold. So, don't miss this ideal time!

Pretend to leave
When you have tried to bargain but failed, you can "pretend" to leave. Sometimes, it works. At this time, the seller may consider the profit more or less, agree to sell and call you back. Otherwise, you can still freely choose from other stores. Even after going around for a while, if you still like the item and price there, you can come back.


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