Famous Markets to Explore in Ahmedabad

Often referred to as the ‘Manchester of the East’, Ahmedabad has been associated with textiles and fabrics for long. There are countless markets in Ahmedabad for shopping for the best fabrics and clothing. However, shopping in Ahmedabad is not just limited to clothing and fabrics but also to other items. So, book your flight tickets to Ahmedabad to explore the best shopping hubs in the city, mentioned below-

1. Rani No Hajiro Ahmedabad Cloth Market

A unique market located near the tombs of Ahmed Shah’s Queens, Rani No Hajiro Market is the houses the best clothes in Ahmedabad. The place also has costume jewellery and apparel fit for a queen. Best handloom fabrics such as the Ikat, Mashrush, and Ajrakh can be found in this market.

Operating Hours- 11 AM to 11 PM

2. Bandhej

Bandhej is one of the best places in Ahmedabad to shop for Bandhani and cotton fabrics. Started by Archana Shah in 1985, Bandhej has elegant designs which change with the trends and seasons. Best picks at this place include kurtas, dupattas, tunic skirts and Gujarati wear.

Operating hours- 10 AM to 8 PM

3. Lal Darwaza Market

Shop with ruthless bargaining skills at your tips at the iconic Lal Darwaza market in Ahmedabad. This is one of the best shopping places in Ahmedabad for cheap shopping. The market stocks up everything for your shopping delight. Shopaholics can shop for sarees, fabrics, shoes, colourful skirts, chaniya cholis, belts and dupattas from here. Foodies can head to the market in the evenings as it has a multitude of food stalls that set only in the evening. So, grab your air tickets and head straight to Lal Darwaza Market for an amazing shopping experience.
Operating hours- 11 AM to 10 PM

4. Sindhi Market

From traditional Ahmedabadi sarees to new trendy dresses, the Sindhi market has your shopping needs covered. Quite an older market for the locals, the place is frequented by both locals and the tourists for all their clothing and shopping needs. The best things to shop here include bedsheets, curtains, pillow covers, sarees, dress materials, handicrafts and footwear. The products here are sold at cheap and bargainable rates.

Operating hours- 11 AM to 10 PM

5. Mangalya Bandhani Sarees

Every woman who is a lover of Bandhani sarees has found her way to the Mangalya Bandhani Sarees. You will find a wide variety of Gujarati and high-quality Bandhani sarees at this iconic shop. No seller in the city has been able to beat the standards, collection and quality of sarees offered at the Mangalya Bandhani Sarees.

Operating hours- 10 AM to 8 PM

6. Dhalgarwad Market

If you are looking for the best place for your wedding shopping, then head straight to the Dhalgarwad Market. The market has the best shops selling traditional clothing like chaniya choli, kurta pyjama, traditional sarees such as Mangalgiri, South Cotton, and Jaipur Prints, silver jewellery, Bandhej, Silk Patola saris, bedsheet material and salwar suits.

Operating hours- 11 AM to 10 PM

7. Deepkala Silk Heritage

Another premier shop in Ahmedabad having a unique bridal collection is the Deepkala Silk Heritage. This shop is frequented by the top families of Ahmedabad. This shop has a wide variety of ghagra and sarees with a special Bridal collection. They also give the benefit of bespoke tailoring and an online shopping portal for your convenience.

Operating hours- 10 AM to 8:30 PM

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