3 Best Shopping in Tonga Islands

Friendly Island Bookshop

There's a big selection of Tongan books here, many in English, plus music, postcards, stationery, maps and regional magazines and newspapers.

Taufa’ahau Rd., Nuku'Alofa, Tongatapu, Tonga Islands

Talamahu Market

Tongan tapa cloth, which is made out of the hand beaten bark of the mulberry tree, is among the most admired in the Pacific. It is entirely locally made and can be readily obtained at the main Talamahu Market, along with other Tongan handicrafts and souvenirs.

Salote Rd., Nuku'Alofa, Tongatapu, Tonga Islands

Tongan Women’s Association Handicraft Center

You'll find a range of handicrafts here. Just be aware that everybody in Nuku’alofa notices when a cruise ship is in town, and prices can spike.

Taufa’ahau Rd., Nuku'Alofa, Tongatapu, Tonga Islands

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