Shopping in Agra

Agra is a beautiful city visited by several tourists from all over the world. Even though Agra is known mostly for housing the marble structure – Taj Mahal, there are several other reasons to visit Agra. There are architecture wonders in monuments and palaces. However there are mini artecrafts and marble Taj also that show the artistry of people there. One of the many reasons why people visit Agra is for the wide shopping range available there. Agra is known for amazing rugs & carpets, mini marble structures, glazed tiles, leather and many unique things.

Kinari Bazaar
A visit to this bazaar will be an experience of a kind. One of the largest wholesale markets of Agra, it also has a great history. It is located near Jama Masjid and should be the go-to option for leather and handicraft shopping. There are many wholesalers and retailers in this popular bazaar. Wondering what to buy in Agra from here? You should shop for marble, glassware, handicrafts, textiles, leather and rugs. A usual day in this market starts from 11AM and you will have plenty of time to shop as it mostly starts getting closed from 9PM onwards. Besides, it is closed on Tuesday so you should make a note of this if you are planning to visit this market during your next Agra visit. Tip: Strike a good bargain deal when you are in Kinari Bazaar. Shopping from here should be a must as this market is known for selling the best quality products in Agra.

Shah Market
If you thought Agra is all about petha and textile shopping, well then you need to visit the Shah market. It is located near the Sanjay Place market of Agra and is a haven for smartphone lovers. Yes, this market has several wholesale and retailer shops and you should be visiting it to shop for smartphones. You can easily get smartphones of every and any brand in this market. Besides, there are also many shops dealing in second-hand mobile phone and repair service. So, if it is anything to do with mobile phones, then Shah market is the place that you should be visiting. This market is usually open from 11 AM to 11 PM. So, if your phone breaks in Agra even at dusk, you don’t need to panic. Instead, head straight to Shah market and easily get your phone mended or treat yourself with a new one.

Shoe Market
Don’t ignore shoes when you are making a list of things to buy in Agra. Agra is a popular footwear industry and you can easily shop for the best pair of shoes from this market. It is in Hing Ki Mandi area of Agra and you cannot go back home without buying a pair of shoes. The market is famous for its shoes, which you can get at a reasonable price. So, the USP of this market is quality shopping at an affordable pricing. But this market is open from 10 AM to 4 PM and is quite congested. This makes it essential that you come to this market a little early and shop before the shops start closing. Moreover, even wholesalers come to this market to buy shoes, so you can well understand how crowded it can get. You should make a note of the fact that you can get astounding deals on your favourite pair of shoes.

Subhash Bazaar
This is another place where you should do shopping in Agra. Located in the Halwai Gali, to the north of Jama Masjid, Subhash Bazaar is a popular market of Agra. Though it is famous for silk products like sarees and dress materials, you can also find various other products in this market. Being one of the favourite destinations among locals, you may find a large footfall in this market. It usually remains open from 11 AM till 9 PM, giving you a wonderful time window for shopping for a range of Indian wear. But keep in mind that this market remains closed on Tuesdays. So, if you happen to be in Agra on a Tuesday, then you will sadly have to skip your silk shopping and explore the other markets mentioned in this article.

Sadar Bazaar
This famous bazaar is located near the Agra Cantonment railway station. Being one of the most popular places for shopping in Agra, it is a great haven for shopaholics. You can find anything and everything here from garments to handicrafts and from leather products to sweets. So, as there are so many options here, it might become difficult to actually settle on one product. Most people find it difficult to choose among the many options at their disposal in this market. But this market is primarily famous for leather products and ethnic wear. So, if you are looking for some of those, then head straight to Sadar Bazaar and get your hands on a fantastic collection. Once you are done shopping,you can re-energise yourself with some delicious bites. There are many cafes and restaurants in and around this market.

Shahganj Bazaar
You will have plenty of things to buy from this evolving market. It is called so, as it has been gradually growing over the years. However, with its growth, the only constant is the quality products that you get from this bazaar. If you are looking for ladies’ bags, shoes, clothes or even furniture, Shahganj bazaar can give you plenty of options. So, pen down all that you need and go on a shopping spree in this local market. Moreover, after you are done shopping for yourself, you can also explore the vegetable market, which is a part of this bazaar. It is known for the best quality vegetables.