
1. Tanjung Pinang Traditional Market
Where: Jalan Pasar Ikan, Tanjung Pinang
When: Daily 8am-5pm
In the main town of Bintan Island, about an hour and a half away, Tanjung Pinang is home to a variety of shop houses and street peddlers. The architecture here is worth a visit on its own, with influences from 19th Century Dutch colonization which adds to the heritage charm of the shops. Here, visitors will find a wide array of goods available, ranging from fresh produce, dried seafood to handicrafts, decorative ceramics and antiques. Don’t forget to try the local snacks and traditional kueh lapis found in this market.
If the shopping and haggling tires you out, you will be pleased to find that there are several spa options available. Enjoy affordable massages before venturing to the other wonderful destinations in Bintan Island!