Shopping in Jaipur: The Pink City

List of 16 Best Shopping Places in Jaipur:

• Johari Bazaar
• Tripolia Bazaar
• Chandpol Bazaar
• Kishanpol Bazaar
  
• Bapu Bazaar
  
• Gaurav Tower
  
• Nehru Bazaar
  
• Tibbati Bazaar
  
• Aravali Bazaar
  
• Sireh Deori Gate
  
• Mirza Ismail Road
  
• Anokhi
• Kripal Kumbh
• Lalji Sand Ka Rasta
  
• Purohit Ji Ka Katla
• The Gem Palace

Must-Buy Things in Jaipur

• Gemstones
• Bangles
• Paintings
• Carpets
• Metal Work
• Pottery
• Puppets
• Fabrics

1. Johari Bazaar

 As discussed above, Jaipur is one of the most significant gemstones and jewellery producing city, which is why one can find a variety of designs in numerous stones here easily. Shopping in Jaipur is bliss, and this shop offers some dazzling jewellery with precious and semi-precious gems and handmade necklaces at affordable prices. The place is like a shopper's paradise.

Timings: The timings are from 10 AM to 11 PM.

Open days: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: It can be easily reached by taking a cab from any part of the city.

2. Tripolia Bazaar

Tripolia Bazaar is famous for its lac jewellery and its variety of bangles. Textiles too including Bandini and other dye fabrics embroidered intricately can be found in here. One can get a good deal here at a reasonable price with some bargaining required.

Timings: The timings are from 10 AM to 7 PM.
Open days:  It remains closed only on Sunday.
How To Reach:  It is located in the heart of the city and is thereby accessible by the local transportation facilities.

3. Chandpol Bazaar

Chandpol lies amongst the most traditional Jaipur shopping destinations. It comprises of handicrafts; marble carved showpieces and handlooms. There is a khazanewalon ka rasta from where one can shop for turbans, carpets, handicrafts, shoes, wooden sculptures and much more. Marble sculptures are a big hit here in this market. The price too is not very hi-fi and is quite affordable.

How To Reach: Chandpole metro station

4. Kishanpol Bazaar

Textiles at the best buying price can be found in Kishanpol Bazaar of Jaipur. Its name lies amongst the best places to go for street shopping in Jaipur. The area is famous for its wooden carving, and one can buy incredible wooden sculptures and souvenirs from the place as a gift for family and friends.

Timings: The timings are from 10 AM to 9 PM

Open days: It remains closed only on Sunday

How To Reach: Chandpole metro station at a distance of 2 km is the nearest metro station to the market

5. Bapu Bazaar

Bapu Bazaar is known for its leather products and Mojari shoes (famous Rajasthani footwear made from camel leather). Other shops here sell textiles, handicrafts, perfumes, lehengas, saris, sandstone, etc. One can easily bargain and buy Rajasthani souvenirs in a good deal.  It is like an all-in-one market with a variety of items to shop. This is one of the most famous Jaipur markets. This is one of the best shopping places in Jaipur.

Timings: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM

Open Days:  It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: It lies in the heart of Jaipur and pretty accessible by all modes of public transport.

6. Gaurav Tower

This Jaipur market offers a fantastic atmosphere, diversity and parking space (which is very important these days!). Gaurav Tower is the ideal place for shopping in Jaipur. It is the oldest mall of Jaipur and consists of showrooms of all famous brands. There is a GT Bazar in the basement which provides a variety of clothes and local products at really reasonable prices.

Timings:  The timings are from 9:30 AM to 11 PM.

Open Days:  It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: It is a very famous shopping spot located in Malviya Nagar and is well-connected by auto and cabs.

7. Nehru Bazaar

 Shopping in Jaipur will be endless for people who enjoy going for a shopping spree. The specialities of Nehru Bazaar include Rajasthani juttis, ready-made garments and blue pottery items. The prices of the garments are moderate. It has some shops offering household items, bags, gifts and footwear.

Timings: The timings are from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Open Days: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: One can commute here via auto, cabs or state bus.

8. Tibbati Bazaar

It is a perfect place to shop while enjoying some finger-licking delicacies. One can also have a plate of yummy momos here. There are pickles, jackets, knits, handlooms and yarns which are one of a kind from Tibet.

Timings: The timings are from 9 AM to 9 PM

Open Days: It remains open on all days of the week

How To Reach: The nearest metro station to the market is Chandpole metro station at a distance of 2 km.

9. Aravali Bazaar

This market is famous for its bedspreads, quilts, salwar suits, table linen, wrought iron and stoneware, giftware, stationery items and carved ethnic furniture. It is a perfect place to enjoy at affordable prices.

Timings: The timings are from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Open Days: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: The nearest metro station to the market is the railway station metro station at a distance of 1.4 km.

10. Sireh Deori Gate

This exquisite and famous market is located right beside Hawa Mahal. It is renowned for its unique Jaipuri quilts, leather shoes, yummy delicious snacks, colourful textiles and puppets. It is spread across the western gate of the city walls and goes up to the eastern city gate. One can spend an excellent enjoyable time with their family and friends while window shopping or doing the actual shopping.

Timings: The timings are from 10 AM to 11 PM.

Timings: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: Chandpole is the nearest metro station to this market. This market is famous for its quilts, textiles, leather shoes and handicrafts.

11. Mirza Ismail Road

 Mirza Ismail Road is one of the best shopping places in Jaipur for those who love to buy one-of-a-kind pottery items, wooden artefacts and brass statues. Gifting such an exquisite hand-made item says 'you care'. This market offers a lot of options for all those who wish to buy stuff for decorating their homes or giving gifts to their loved ones. This street market is famous for its jewellery, pottery work, brass as well as wooden statues and branded clothes. 

Timings: The timings are from 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM.

Timings: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: The nearest metro station is Sindhi camp metro station at a distance of 2 km. 

12. Anokhi

Anokhi is a textile store famous for its home décor, textiles, stationery, table items and linen.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 8 PM

Open Days: It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: Civil line metro station situated at a distance of 1.3 km from the market is its nearest metro station.

13. Kripal Kumbh

 The store is especially famous for its glazed blue pottery.

Timings:  It is a pottery store whose timings are from 9:30 AM to 6 PM.

Open Days: It remains closed only on Sunday.

How To Reach: Chandpole metro station at a distance of 1.5 km is the nearest station.

14. The Gem Palace

This place is famous for its traditional and antique jewellery.

Timings:  10:30 AM to 7 PM.

Open Days:  It remains open on all days of the week.

How To Reach: Sindhi camp metro station at a distance of 2 km is the nearest to the market.

15. Lalji Sand Ka Rasta

If you're looking for exclusive Rajasthani Sarees, then do not miss this hidden lane in the old city of Jaipur. The collection of sarees is mind-boggling. This market can be accessed through Chaura Rasta.

16. Purohit Ji Ka Katla

If you have a wedding at home, perhaps this is the best place to shop for almost all your needs. Purohit Ji Ka Katla is Jaipur's wholesale wedding market. This small market is located in the bylanes of the old city and can be visited from Johari Bazaar and Tripolia Bazaar.

What is Famous for Shopping in Jaipur?

1. Gemstones

Jaipur has a collection of beautiful and precious gemstones. Everybody must have seen the jewellery of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in 'Jodha Akbar'. Ever wondered where her jewellery which made so many women exclaim with surprise was from? It was from the markets of Jaipur. Rajasthani Jewelry is famous across the globe, and people fly down to the place to get a hand on it.  Precious, as well as semi-precious gemstones, add to the beauty of this already beautiful city.

2. Bangles

The Lac bangles, thewa jewellery from Chittaur and enamel ornaments from Pratapgarh are some of the most famous items of the place.

3. Painting

The paintings of Rajasthan, commonly known as Rajputana paintings, are very bright, colourful and have a very vibrant touch to it. The paintings always depict something meaningful, some incident from either Ramayana or Mahabharata. One is likely to find these kinds of arts in abundance, and along with them, some other styles including 'Thani Bani' painting from Kishangarh can be found here too. These masterpieces are not too costly and are quite affordable.

4. Carpet

Carpet weaving has been prevalent in the city from the 17th century, thereby turning it into a sort of like their profession. People from all across the world buy these colourful, delicate, woollen patterns that have a weaving history which dates back to so many centuries old. It is advisable to collect buy carpets from the factories manufacturing them to get a good deal.

5. Metal Work

Metalware such as brass work and silver enamelled are some of the most popular items in the city. A person who comes down to the markets here should buy these as souvenirs. The prices are different for different pieces. Engraving styles including bichi, chikan and marori are very famous in Jaipur.

6. Pottery

The blue pottery of Rajasthan is something which is known by almost everyone. What makes this style of pottery distinct is the fact that it is made up of quartz stone and follows the Persian style of art. Initially, the only blue colour was used in the making of these items but now, other colours such as yellow, brown, red etc. are also being used. Items ranging from jars to ashtrays can be spotted in different sizes and can be purchased as per need.

7. Puppets

What is the one thing that we all as kids had in common? Our love for puppet-shows! The puppets made in Rajasthan are some of the unique and alluring items you will ever come across. These puppets are made so vibrant, colourful and attractive that it becomes difficult for one to ignore them while they are displayed on the stand. They serve as a great decorative item in the house and make the living room more adorable than ever.

8. Fabrics

Jaipur is also known for its textiles and block printing, intricate embroidery, die work and appliqué. Rajasthani fabric work known as Mothra and lahariya are amongst the most famous ones. Jaipur offers the most colourful and bright designs which are worth buying. 

Best Shops in Jaipur

• Teatro Dhora
• 91 Degree
• Anantaya
• Amrapali Jewels
• Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas Jewellers
• RASA
• 
Trunks Company Jaipur
• RANAS Saree Emporium
• Zari

This city offers you a complete package of sightseeing, cultural heritage and street shopping in Jaipur. What are you waiting for? Plan a trip to the place ASAP and experience its beauty yourself. Indeed as it is said, shopping a day keeps the doctor away and your husband at bay. Good Day!