Phnom Penh shopping
Pencils & Pomegranates, Smart Phones & Smart Clothes, Pills & Plasters, Mops & Maps, Toilet Rolls & Bread Rolls, Condoms & Condominiums, Prawns & Peanuts, Rubber Bands, Frying Pans. Adhesive Guns & Bum Guns. Moreover, a sticky end ensues, should you get them mixed up!
It’s all here, somewhere in Phnom Penh
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Phnom Penh shopping featuring advice for purchasing clothes
A useful tip when buying clothes, anywhere. Because Size labels can be misleading, take a tape measure with you, just in case you cannot try the clothes on.
Moreover, how many of us have purchased clothes, and to our annoyance & disappointment, found that our over economical size will not fit into our newly purchased underwear. “The label said 5XL, but following a considerable, exhausting struggle with my new underpants, embarrassingly, found my voice had become several octaves higher, and removing them was more difficult than extracting a frozen pork sausage from its skin”
Size Matters!
I recently purchased two pairs of shorts, one marked 4XL and the other 5XL. However, my trusty tape measure indicated that they were in fact, the same size. A pair of sandals I was about to purchase, proved useless because the left and right were different sizes.
If you have underwear or tee shirts, for example, which fit you perfectly, make a note of their measurements and have that tape measure handy when you shop. Moreover, always try footwear on, both left and right.
However, as with so much in life, be wise before the event.
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Phnom Penh shopping advice
Quick heads-up: Discovering that your purchase is unfit for the purpose.
Those of us from many Western nations will be familiar with the Sale of Goods Act, as per the UK, and variants in other countries. Purchase something that proves to be unfit for the purpose, and take it back with the receipt for exchange or refund.
A rude awakening!
Another purchase, this time from a well-known retail outlet, where I purchased a pair of sandals which after wearing only once, fell apart. Naturally, I took them back, in under 6 days, but the shop manager was unwilling to offer an exchange or refund because the original sale was part of a promotion. I’m not sure whether that was made clear on the shelf, but the receipt I was handed with my change, certainly made mention of it, although I failed to notice it until returning to the shop with the rather useless footwear.
Forewarned is forearmed
The lesson to be learned, however, is to establish beyond doubt, before purchase, if the product is in a sale or discounted, etc., and, nonetheless, whether covered by some sort of warranty or guarantee. Obviously, important when purchasing something expensive like, for example, a freezer, microwave oven, TV, or camera.
Moreover, receipts are often printed on thermal imaging paper which may fade and quickly become unreadable. A simple remedy, use your smartphone to take a copy or get a proper photocopy. You will be asked for proof of purchase when returning “faulty” products.
Nonetheless, as I often say, be wise before the event.
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Phnom Penh shopping & Covid 19
Warning: 12 October 2021, I understand that almost all businesses now require that shoppers and visitors show a vaccination card to enter and this may be in addition to using the “Stop Covid” app.
The above warning is no longer applicable
Phnom Penh Guide: Concise & frequently updated
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Phnom Penh shopping
I have visited these places & hope you will enjoy them too
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Phnom Penh shopping, all your DIY needs
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Phnom Penh shopping, a touch of Thailand
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2 Sept. 2021 It was announced that 7/11 had opened its first outlet in Cambodia at Prek Leap on Nat. Hwy 6, Chroy Changvar. Moreover, details about this store, are on our Phnom Penh walks page, walk number 29.
Nonetheless, another branch of the famous 7-Eleven, this one on street 136. I understand that a few more branches will open in the city, later this year.
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Phnom Penh shopping
Photocopies, printed business cards, etc. including from flash drives, etc.: Many shops to choose from on Street 161, right opposite Bak Touk Primary School. Moreover, very easy to find, head south from Monivong Blvd. on street 164, aka Kampuchea Krom Blvd., and turn right on 161
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Phnom Penh shopping for interesting discoveries
From small/old-style shops in narrow back streets to traditional markets, supermarkets & enormous international-style shopping malls, provide a multifarious selection of places to investigate, & of course, encourage you to part with those hard-earned dollars!
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Too tired or lazy to go out! Try one of these mobile clothes shops. However, if you want to “try something on”, not much privacy up the high street!
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Phnom Penh shopping at Makro
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Chip Mong has several branches of modern supermarkets around the city. This one is at 374 Monivong Blvd. However, not so many familiar Western brands, but looks good for general groceries if you have a branch close by.
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Phnom Penh shopping
Do you like cakes & chocolate doughnuts and a wide range of other delicious delights including bread? Try Tous les Jours, maybe trading under a new name. Branches around the city, including this one opposite the rail station and another, opposite Sorya Center Point.
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If you are looking for Western groceries, try Super Duper. They have a good selection of products in a modern setting, including cheeses, frozen goods, fresh fruit & vegetables. Moreover, a wide variety of beers & spirits at several branches. The one pictured is at the corner of 63rd & 200. With many popular items, such as Vegemite, Campbell’s soups, Oxo’s & Kellogg’s cornflakes plus many other well-known Western brands.
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First class Shopping
The Vatanac Capital truly is a first-class shopping center that incorporates the Rosewood Hotel, occupying the upper floors of the 49-story main tower. Distinctive landmark, noticeable from a long way off, on Monivong Blvd. at Street 108. Enjoy the air-conditioning, go window shopping, and take in one of the eateries to help you relax, while checking your bank balance!
Moreover, some of the many retailers to be found at Vatanac Capital include: CLARINS, LACOSTE, L’OCCITANE, RIMOWA & TWG TEA, BRIONI, CANALI & CHRISTOFLE
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Phnom Penh shopping at Exchange Square
Just along the street from Vatanac Capital is the quite new Exchange Square. Around 20 floors of office space over a “super clean” shopping center. You will find a branch of the excellent Lucky Supermarket chain, & a mixture of many other popular retail outlets & banks/ATMs. Moreover, you will find such retailers as Amazon, Samsonite, Levis, Swatch, Starbucks, Yves Rocher, Hard Rock Café, Pandora, Smart, Samsung, Lucky Burger, Guardian, and so on.
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The need for an internet café has certainly diminished in recent years, now that most of us have smartphones. There is, however, an occasional need. I found that PV Net at #141 on street 110, met my requirements.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Lucky Supermarkets
Lucky Supermarkets have branches around the city that have a good selection of Western groceries including dry goods, frozen products, fruit, vegetables & bread, etc.
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Phnom Penh shopping, at Central Market
A visit to Phnom Penh would be incomplete without visiting Central Market (Phsar Tom Thmei) with its unmistakable dome. Moreover, it offers a mix of a traditional market with modern-style shopping in the central area, under the dome. From fresh fish to fluorescent tubes, knickers to knick-knacks, kettles to cucumbers along with shops selling fresh vegetables, kitchenware, china/cutlery, clothing, jewelry, & electrical goods. Something for all, well worth a visit, streets 130 & 61. Please note that a little about the history of this market will be found in our walks section, Walk number 10 https://fuzzykensblog.com/walking-phnom-penh/
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Central Market area
Central Market occupies the square bordered on three sides by street 126, and to the east by street 53. You will find retailers offering a wide range of telephones and large home appliances, such as refrigerators and freezers. Moreover, you will discover a selection of gold shops and aircon suppliers, etc. punctuated by a mix of smaller retail outlets.
Well worth a visit for shopaholics, in this historic part of the city.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Sorya Center Point
A short walk south of Central Market, you will find Sorya Center Point Mall on Str. 142 & 63. Opened in 2003. Recently refitted, this modern air-conditioned shopping center provides eating on many floors, with escalator access. Shops selling household electrical items including TVs. Plenty of clothes shops & restaurants. On the ground floor, a branch of Lucky Supermarket with a pharmacy. Upstairs, you will find the latest movies at Cineplex, along with an excellent view of the city. A welcome respite from the traffic & afternoon heat.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Mr. DIY
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Don’t miss the following two markets
Don’t miss these two interesting markets
The Russian Market (Phsar Tuol Tom Poung) on street 450 between 145 & 163 & Phsar Orussey Market, sandwiched between streets 182-141-166 & 111 are very similar covered markets well worth a visit. They have the usual fruit & veg., clothing, bedding & curtains, dried fish & sausages.
Wanted, Dead or Alive
Dead pigs, live ducks & chickens sold by the kilo are featured at Orussey while The Russian Market is excellent for souvenirs, such as linen, paintings, and pottery.
Both feature many narrow passageways for you to investigate, providing an interesting experience, but it can get quite hot and easy to lose your sense of direction. Nonetheless, an excellent opportunity to exercise your “good-natured” bargaining skills, particularly in the Russian Market! However, keep a close eye on your bags, and needless to say, keep that smartphone out of sight.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Aeon malls
Aeon Mall, 1 and 2, are very large, super modern western-style shopping centers, with the convenience of on-site parking. You’ll find just about everything you need under one roof, including a supermarket & food hall. No shortage of well-known retail outlets including Monument Books, Starbucks, KFC, Burger King, Blue Pumpkin, etc, plus a Cineplex for the latest films. Moreover, excellent entertainment areas for children (Outlets may differ between Malls). If you like shopping, Aeon Malls with helpful customer services & respectable restroom facilities, should not leave you disappointed. Note, Aeon 3 is now open and we will do an article as soon as we can.
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Lucky birds !
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Phnom Penh shopping at Thai Huot Market
If you are looking for Western groceries try Thai Huot. They opened in 1994 & have built a reputation for good service & variety of products. Frozen foods, dry goods, kitchenware & fresh fruit & vegetables, etc. I shop at their branch on Monivong, close to the rail station, since I live in that area, but there is a branch on 63/398 & another on street 592.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Bayon Market
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Bayon Market is another modern-style supermarket, convenient for those living north of the city center, close to the rail station. Large beer & spirits selection along with frozen food & dry goods with various Western favorites. Upstairs you will find kitchenware, cutlery & china plus many items including bath towels & flower pots, etc. Located on Str. 114 close to Monivong Blvd. Plentiful off-street parking.
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Books
Used Bookshops: D’s on Street 240 close to Norodom Blvd. have an excellent selection of novels in English, French & German, etc. I have found them friendly & helpful. They include in their stock various guidebooks. However, I was informed, on February 21, that unfortunately, they are no longer accepting books back for cash or part exchange.
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Phnom Penh shopping at IBC Books
IBC Books at 250 Monivong Blvd. close to the junction with Street 154, for office stationery of all kinds plus office machines. Non-fiction & children’s books & learning posters etc. Moreover, they have a selection of board games & puzzles. In their sports department, they have running shoes, footballs, badminton racquets, hula-hoops, exercise machines, and much, much more. Interesting shop, well worth a visit. I noticed too, upstairs, that they have a selection of English language novels.
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Phnom Penh shopping at Peace Book Center
Office Stationery of all kinds is available at Peace Book Center at 435 Monivong and branches around the city. I have purchased various items here from a vast array of calculators, pens, paper, clips, envelopes, folders & files, etc., etc. Well worth keeping in mind, particularly if you need to buy in larger quantities, such as for schools.
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Phnom Penh shopping for Second-hand products
On my travels, I discovered Toto Recycle Shops. Not only “cycles”, of course, but a vast selection of used electrical goods, shoes, furniture, china/cutlery, ornaments & clothes. Maybe a few new items too. The left-hand image is at streets 47/80 & the one to the right is on National Highway 1, about 2 kilometers down from the Monivong Bridge. Looks interesting, go take a look & ask about trade-ins.
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From the Monivong Bridge a couple of kilometers down National Highway 1, there is the very large DIFA international builders & DIY supermarket. Just about everything to fit out a new house or renovate an old one. Moreover, plumbing, electrical, kitchen & toilet fittings, plus a selection of many other household items. Take a look if you’re down that way! No parking problems.
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Phnom Penh shopping at PTC
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For computer repairs & sales plus many IT-related products, visit PTC opposite (north side) Central Market. From personal experience, I have found them knowledgeable, helpful & polite & at least one of the staff has a reasonable command of English.
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Phnom Penh shopping at the Night Market
Between streets 106/108 on the riverfront, you will find the Phnom Penh Night Market. Quite a lively place nowadays with many stalls selling a wide selection of Cambodian products & souvenirs. There is an excellent selection of clothes for all ages plus jewelry and watches etc. Often a backdrop of local music, and a selection of Khmer food stalls. I prefer to visit between 6 and 9pm
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Open all hours
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Convenience stores have become more convenient
Having lived in Thailand for more years than I care to remember, I often wondered why it was that businesses like 7/11 had no facilities for sitting down, either inside or outside, to consume the products just purchased. While customers can shop for quick snacks, and pay a wide variety of bills such as electricity, water, telephone & even airline tickets, they have nowhere to rest their weary bones.
Phnom Penh shopping at the minimarts
Nowadays, a lot of my time is spent in Phnom Penh, where I’ve discovered an almost endless variety of minimarts, selling an excellent range of products 24/7 but with a major difference. Some provide seating inside where you can enjoy the air-conditioning or outside where you can simply watch the world go by. Some even have Wi-Fi facilities. You can purchase a sandwich, a bottle of water & catch up with your needs on the internet or even write a letter to your mother.
An Oasis for sure
Walking around the city can be hot and tiring, for me, due to advancing years I need to take a short break here & there, & minimarts are a real oasis to escape the merciless heat of the mid-day sun or torrential rain in the wet season. I am puzzled, however, as to why it is that Cambodia’s popular neighbor, is not providing these rather basic creature comforts.
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Travel broadens the mind but makes my legs ache…
Special note: Although some distance from Phnom Penh, shoppers may be interested to learn that Thailand’s Big C, now has a branch at Poi Pet city
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Phnom Penh shopping
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