Woven baskets, carvings, shell jewellery and island dresses, made by hand around Vanuatu and sold on the Port Vila waterfront.
Both are on the Port Vila waterfront and an easy walk from the Seafront cruise terminal.
A marketplace for authentic handicrafts made in Vanuatu, run by local women vendors who can tell you which island each piece comes from. It sits on the Seafront, close to the cruise ship terminal.
The colourful central market on the waterfront, where women from around the islands sell fruit, vegetables and flowers, along with shell necklaces, bracelets, carvings and souvenirs. It reopened in July 2025 after earthquake repairs.
Further out, the Seaside and Korman markets are about 10 minutes' drive from town. Ask us to add one to a tour.
Hand-woven from pandanus leaves, often in island patterns.
Carved figures and small slit drums. Santo and the northern islands are known for carving.
Necklaces, anklets and bracelets made from local shells and stone.
Bright "Mother Hubbard" island dresses, sarongs and shirts.
Carved wooden bowls used for kava. A classic Vanuatu souvenir.
Coffee grown on Tanna and roasted on Efate, plus Vanuatu chocolate and other local food gifts.
Combine a market stop with village culture, waterfalls or the lagoon, with a local guide who can explain what you are buying.
Four set itineraries with entry fees, lunch and drinks included.
Cultural villages, kastom stories and local life on Efate.
Market and town stops fitted around your ship’s timetable.
After perfume, spirits or watches instead? See duty-free shopping →
Tell us which market you want to visit and we will build it into your day, with time to browse before lunch.
Information from the Vanuatu Tourism Office and local news reports, checked in October 2026. Markets are independent and not affiliated with Blue Express. Hours change around public holidays and cruise days.