Shopping in Rajasthan

What I love about this fabulous state of Rajasthan is its vibrant and exotic tourist-friendly destinations and don’t even get me started on the local attractions, they are drop-dead-gorgeous! Although the major crowd pulling factor of Rajasthan are its age-old grandiose forts and palaces but your eyes will also stop at the traditional bazaars located in different places in Rajasthan that are the colourful street markets selling items like handicraft, jewellery, pagdis, leather goods, miniature paintings, and mojaris(traditional Rajasthani footwear). I guess shopping is one of the best things to do in Rajasthan and that too in its multiple traditional markets that along with offering you a variety of things to buy renders an opportunity to take a peek inside the rich traditions and culture of this popular destination in India. If you are planning a trip to Rajasthan, here are the 15 must visit bazaars to have that best shopping experience.

Shopping in Jaipur
The Pink City – Jaipur is nothing less than a treasure trove for the shopaholics. This beautiful city is among the popular shopping destinations in India, specially for people who want to take home souvenirs and traditional goods that flaunt Rajasthan’s ethinicity. Most of its nooks are beautified with colorful and ethnic handlooms, handicrafts and artifacts that will urge you to bag everything in your sight. In fact, when thinking of shopping in Rajasthan, Jaipur has to be in your priority list.

Johari Bazar – Shop for classic Jaipuri ornaments
Just as its name suggests, Johari Bazar is a paradise for jewelry-lovers. Jaipur flaunts some of the best jewelry collection in India, and this place in particular will make your eyes glisten with all the glitter. Not just gold but precious and semi-precious stones and gems – most of which are hand made. Even if you’re not into expensive ones, go for jewelries with warranty.

Bapu Bazar – One place, many choices
Located in close proximity with Johari Bazar and Nehru Bazar, Bapu Bazar is a one-stop destination for Rajasthani textiles, handloom, accessories and what not! To top it all, everything is reasonably priced so you don’t feel heavy on pocket. This colorful bazar is enveloped with pretty rustic-pink buildings, sprinkling the real magic of Pink City.

Shopping in Jodhpur
Jodhpur, the Blue City of Rajasthan, has so much to offer right from splendid monuments, vibrant culture and of course stuff you cannot resist buying. Right from antiques to Rajasthani accessories, you name it and you’ll be spoiled with a myriad options.

Clock Tower Market – The spices’ market
Hustle bustle in Clock Tower Market Jodhpur at night With the iconic Ghanta Ghar pitched as a landmark, Clock Tower market is among the ideal shopping destinations in Rajasthan. It is predominantly known for selling spices of different kinds. However, antiques, handicrafts, flavored-teas, and clothings are worth a grab too. And yes, bargaining skills will come in handy.

Nai Sarak – Take home the best of Rajasthani signature fabric, Bandhani
Shopping in Rajasthan isn’t complete, if you aren’t taking home any authentic tie and dye clothes (bandhani), the signature fabric print of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The prints are colorful and exhibit local artistry at its best.
Jodhpur is one of the coolest shopping destinations in Rajasthan and you might as well get your mind boggled with all the hues and variety each of the markets in Jodhpur offer. Along with the listed, we also recommend Mochi Bazar and Sojati Gate Market.

Shopping in Udaipur
The Venice of the East and one of the most romantic destinations in India, Udaipur will bewitch you with its charismatic landscape. But while you skim through its sparkling azure lakes and explore its regal monuments, take a little shopping break too.

Bada Bazar – One of the best shopping places in Rajasthan for everything
Aptly named Bada Bazar (big bazar), this is the main market of Udaipur housing everything from showrooms to small vendors. When you’re visiting Bada Bazar, carry a big shopping bag along as you’ll find everything from Bandhani to antiques, available at reasonable to cheap prices. The shopping area is also home to some of the best restaurants of the city. Which means there will be a delightful closure to your shopping in Rajasthan.

Hathi Pol Bazar – Pick lovely Rajasthani miniature paintings, perfect for home decor
All you art aficionados, Hathi Pol Bazar will leave you captivated. Rajasthani handicrafts and ethnic home decor items, especially intricate miniature paintings are the specialty of this market. The market is flocked with more locals than tourists and the goods are available at reasonable rates. Still, a little bargaining never hurts.

Shopping in Jaisalmer
From the swirls of golden sand dunes to the rainbowed hues in its streets stalls, Jaisalmer is the perfect place to imbibe the authentic Rajasthani vibe. The local craftsmanship deserves all the praise, and this is the reason Jaisalmer happens to be a perfect place for shopping in Rajasthan.

Sadar Bazar – The wholesale market that sells everything
When you’re looking for best shopping destinations in Rajasthan, Jaisalmer Sadar Bazar can’t be missed. It is one market where you get everything with ample variety and wholesale pricing. No matter what you’re looking for – jewelry, shawls, wooden items or souvenirs – this has to be your one-stop spot.

Shopping in Bikaner
A desert city of Rajasthan acclaimed around the world for its bhujia, Bikaner is one of the shopping destinations in Rajasthan, especially because you’ll find lesser tourist crowd out here.

Mahatma Gandhi Road – Your stop for everything Rajasthani
One of the biggest markets in Bikaner, Mahatma Gandhi Road is filled with shops selling textiles and leather juttis (mojris), along with other knick and knacks. If you are in search for the signature kundan jewelry, go to the shops in the interiors. The popular Bikaneri bhujia can be found on the Station Road, which is a part of Mahatma Gandhi Road.

Kote Gate – Among the best shopping places in Rajasthan
The entry point of Bikaner, Kote Gate greets with a bustling scenario. Here, you will see a blend of old architecture and exhibition of local arts and handicrafts. You’ll find a huge variety in miniature paintings, khadi items, woodcrafts, accessories and utensils along with others.

Shopping in Pushkar
The holy city of Pushkar is known for its serene bathing ghats and exuberant Camel Fair. One of the popular places for shopping in Rajasthan, Pushkar is dotted with colorful stalls in every corner.

Sadar Bazar – One of the most exciting Rajasthan shopping places
Another one of popular markets in Pushkar, Sadar Bazar is where you’ll find that perfect tribal jewelry made of silver and beads. Not just that there are many small and big shops that offer accessories, puppets, Hindu god idols, leatherware, textiles and a lot more.
But before you kick start your shopping make a note to do the best at bargaining, especially if you’re white-skinned as the vendors tend to charge more in that case.