1. Home
  2. Travel
  3. Hong Kong / Macau Travel

Mongkok Ladies Market Tour

By , About.com Guide

3 of 5

Bargains and Bargaining

Martyna Szmytkowska

Time to dust off those bargaining skills, as bargaining at the Mongkok Ladies Market is a must. All prices at the Ladies Market are negotiable, and the sellers will waste no time in trying to fleece naïve tourists.

Assume everything is at least 10% overpriced, if not 20%. Start at a low price and bargain with the stall holder until you reach a price you think is fair, if they won’t budge, take your business down the road, as the same or similar product shouldn’t be far away. Be warned, Hong Kong market sellers are old veterans and can appear aggressive, but the bargaining is just part of the game, and if you get a good price, they will often offer you a compliment afterwards. Try our dedicated page of Hong Kong Shopping Tips for more information on how to get the best out of shopping in the city.

Explore Hong Kong / Macau Travel
About.com Special Features

Paris for Gourmands

Don't leave Paris without stocking up on a few of these enticing treats. More >

Hot Winter Travel Deals

Check out these tips on finding the best airfare, hotel rates and cruise deals. More >

  1. Home
  2. Travel
  3. Hong Kong / Macau Travel
  4. Hong Kong Sightseeing
  5. Bargaining at Mongkok Ladies Market - Get the right price

©2010 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.