Here are some guidelines to help you enjoy your shopping experience. The trading environment in Thailand is much more heterogeneous than in the western countries. A wide range of prices and quality is available, sometimes within the same small shopping area. Time should be taken for comparison shopping. Check with other visitors and look around a bit before you buy.
Bargaining is an art long practiced in Asian countries and Thailand is no exception.
Depending on where you are shopping, bargaining may or may not be appropriate. A good guideline is to observe whether or not prices are marked on the items. If they are not marked, it may be an indication that the price is a little more flexible. Receipts should be obtained for the goods that you buy in the shops. For jewelry you should get a guarantee.