Where can You Shop in Udaipur?
Your venture to the vibrant city of Udaipur will lead you to the shopper’s paradise. And what is a more fun way to get to know a place than shopping? To your surprise, in Udaipur, there is something for all travellers across the world. You can shop from every corner of this old town. There are several shops in Udaipur from where you can buy things you like. From handicrafts to artworks, aesthetic jewellery to colourful clothes, you name it, and Udaipur has it in store for you.
So ladies, go on a shopping spree, and I bet you will be highly satiated at the end of it. I have gathered some of the popular shops of Udaipur that you must explore on your Udaipur trip. It is extremely hard to resist all the good things that lay in front of your eyes. Read on further to find out about the shops and their specialty.
1. Hathi Pol Bazar
This is one of the most popular shopping spots in Udaipur. You will find the place swarming with both locals and tourists. The market resembles the culture of Rajasthan in the best way possible. If you are an art lover, you will come across miniature paintings and brilliant folk arts of Rajasthan in this market. Get your hands on them and buy them as a souvenir. The market is filled with Bandhni print outfits and the famous Mojadis or jutis, i.e., colourful footwear. No matter where you are, you have endless options to shop in the Hathi Pol Bazar of Udaipur.
Timings: Open from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
2. Bada Bazar
A place to shop for authentic Rajasthani goods. If you are absolutely pro at bargaining, then Bada Bazar is the place to shop. Show off your bargain skills and buy authentic silver and camel bone Rajasthani jewellery. You can also buy printed fabrics to customise dresses according to your taste. Besides local shops, you will also find lavish showrooms in the market. The range of variety this market produces will leave you astonished!
Timings: Open from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
3. Chetak Circle
Another popular spot for shopping in Udaipur. In Udaipur, you can shop for days and still miss out on so many things. However, in this market, you will come across hand-painted jewellery boxes, handcrafted showpieces, lanterns, and many things to decorate your lovely home. Chetak Circle is also exclusively famous for its Rajasthani dancing puppet shows. Both domestic tourists and international tourists visit this market to witness the magic of these puppets.
Timings: Open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
4. Clock Tower
You must have come across this landmark while exploring this old city. The Clock Tower is very famous as it is located near the City Palace of Udaipur. Go and shop in the lanes around this place, especially during the night as the tower gets all lit up after evening. If you are someone who loves different kinds of jewellery, then you are at the right place! From kundan to polki and meenakari, this market has got you covered. There are also copperware and earthenware items available in the market. Hours seem like a minute in this market, as time really flies here.
Timings: Open from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
5. Shilpgram
The Shilpgram is located at a mere distance of 3 kilometres from the Fateh Sagar in Udaipur. Besides being a shopper’s paradise, Shilpgram gives you a glimpse of the rural culture of Rajasthan’s lifestyle. Hence, it is also one of the popular places to visit in Udaipur. The Shilpgram displays several mud houses with Rajasthani folk songs in the background. The atmosphere of the place gives you an authentic vibe of Rajasthan. You can purchase handmade paintings, pottery, wooden furniture, and more from Shilpgram.
Timings: Open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
6. Rajasthali
Rajasthali is a government-funded emporium that provides an array of handicrafts. However, it is a fixed-price store, so do not waste your time bargaining. It is probably one of the best places in Udaipur for jewellery shopping. The diverse range of silver oxidised jewellery will leave you spellbound!
Rajasthali is also a popular place for fabric shopping in Udaipur. Don’t forget to pick up some traditional items from this market.
Timings: Open from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
7. Sadhna Emporium
Sadhna Emporium reflects the vibrancy of the city of Udaipur. The colourful ethnic clothes in the market will allure you to shop in this place. The embroidery work on the clothes and other fabrics is so intricate that one will not be able to resist buying it!
The Sadhna Emporium was initially built to restore the lost art forms of Rajasthan. This market also contributes to community development.
Timings: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
8. Lake Palace Road
There are so many things to shop in Udaipur that it has become a shopping paradise for women. The Lake Palace Road has a wide variety, but it is well known for wooden statues.
If you have good knowledge about textiles, you will probably find the best textiles in this market at a very affordable cost. You can pick up all kinds of textiles and woven items from this market. It is undoubtedly one of the best places to shop in Udaipur.
Timings: Open from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
9. Maldas Street
If you are an ardent lover of outfits, let me tell you that Maldas Street is the place for you! Head towards this market to shop some of the finest attires in Udaipur at an affordable price. The place remains crowded as it lets you shop on your budget. Everything depends upon your bargaining skill.
Timings: Open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
10. Jagdish Temple Street
After some gorgeous fabric, textile, souvenirs, and handicrafts shopping at the local markets in Udaipur, let’s shift our focus to leathers. Jagdish Temple Street is the place to shop for your leather journals. All the ladies who love to write and express in words, nothing beats the happiness of buying some journals, isn’t it? So go through the variety of options in the market and pick your favourite one.
Timings: Open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Shopping is therapy
Voila, treat yourself and shop for your loved ones in Udaipur. Carry the culture of Rajasthan in little items on the way back home. A solo female trip to the city becomes all the more special because of this reason! You can also go through this article to understand what you can buy in Udaipur. If you have already been to Udaipur, let me know what you bought on your trip.
Until next time, keep exploring, ladies!