Souvenirs and handcraft Saint Martin
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Saint-Martin and Sint-Marteen have the status of free ports. Custom taxes and VAT aren't collected. Brand name clothing, jewellry, perfume, cigarettes and Havana cigars as well as alcoholic beverages are cheaper than in Britain. Most of Saint Martin's boutiques are located in Marigot on rue de la République and rue de la Liberté. In Philipsburg, interesting shops are on Frontstreet, the city's main street. You will also find a great number of naive painting galleries both in Marigot and in Philipsburg. Land- and seascapes or colourful everyday life scenes, local art is inspired by the high Haitian influence present on the island.
In Marigot and Philipsburg, shops are open from 9 am to 6 pm on week days. Many of them are open on Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm.