What to Buy in Réunion Island: Shopping Guide for Indian Travellers

What to bring home from Réunion Island, and what each item is.

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The best things to buy in Réunion Island include Bourbon Vanilla, Réunion Rum, Rougail & Combava and 1 more.

Best time to visit Réunion Island: April–November.

🌿 Bourbon Vanilla

Réunion's prized 'Bourbon' vanilla is considered among the finest in the world — pick up cured pods straight from plantation shops.

🥃 Réunion Rum

Agricultural rum distilled from sugarcane grown on volcanic soil — visit a distillery for tastings of white, spiced and aged varieties.

🌶️ Rougail & Combava

Bottled rougail chilli condiments and combava (kaffir lime) products capture Réunion's Creole pantry to take home.

🧵 Broderie de Cilaos

Delicate hand embroidery and lacework from Cilaos — a craft tradition passed down for generations in the mountain cirques.

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Réunion Island shopping questions

What should I buy in Réunion Island?

Popular things to buy are Bourbon Vanilla, Réunion Rum, Rougail & Combava, Broderie de Cilaos.

What is the best souvenir from Réunion Island?

Bourbon Vanilla. Réunion's prized 'Bourbon' vanilla is considered among the finest in the world — pick up cured pods straight from plantation shops.

Can I take shopping back to India duty-free?

Indian customs sets a baggage allowance, and limits apply to items such as gold, electronics and alcohol. Check the current allowance before you shop.

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