Jaipur Shopping

Shopping in Jaipur

  1. A

    Kripal Kumbh

    This showroom, in a private home, is a great place to buy Jaipur blue pottery produced with lead-free glaze by Kumud and Manakshi Rathore, daughters of renowned potter and painter, the late Mr Kripal Singh. Ceramics are sold from Rs100 (for a paperweight) to Rs20,000 (for a large vase).

    reviewed

  2. B

    Anokhi

    This classy boutique is well worth visiting, with high-quality textiles including block-printed fabrics and clothes. The pieces are produced just outside Jaipur at an unusually ethical factory built on the grounds of an organic farm. There’s also a neat little cafe on the premises.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Himalaya

    For ayurvedic preparations, try this place near panch Batti, which has been selling herbal products and remedies for over 70 years. Staff can help you with a wide variety of ailments, including poor memory and hangovers, and even treatments for your pet.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Rajasthali

    This state-government emporium, opposite Ajmer Gate, is packed with good-quality Rajasthani artefacts and crafts on four floors. A good reason to visit is to scout out prices before diving into the bazaars.

    reviewed

  5. E

    Nehru Bazaar

    Nehru Bazaar extends between Chaura Rasta and Kishanpol Bazaar on the inside of the southern wall. Brightly coloured fabrics, camelskin shoes and perfumes make this area hugely popular with local women.

    reviewed

  6. Pratap Sons

    This professional setup is perfect for tailor-made Western suits that somehow appear before your eyes, and pricey but glamorous salwar kameez (long dresslike tunic worn over baggy pants).

    reviewed

  7. F

    New Jodhpur Tailors

    This small tailor shop can make you a pair of jodhpurs (Rs1800) in preparation for a visit to the Blue City. Or you try a made-to-measure suit (Rs7000 to Rs15000) or shirt (Rs700 to Rs900).

    reviewed

  8. G

    Fabindia

    A great place to coordinate colours with reams of rich fabrics plus furniture and home accessories. As well, you can find organically certified garments, beauty products and condiments.

    reviewed

  9. Ratan Textiles

    Popular with Indian shoppers, this is a 25-year-old design studio that specialises in interior decorations, with some very creative staff. It has a huge selection of blankets and linen.

    reviewed

  10. H

    Juneja Art Gallery

    Has some striking pieces of contemporary art by Rajasthani artists (prices from Rs500 to Rs50,000). There is another branch of the gallery, Artchill, at Amber Fort.

    reviewed

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  12. I

    Tripolia Bazaar

    Home to an array of iron trinkets and kitchen utensils. Tucked away to the right is Maniharon ka Rasta, the domain of the lac (resin) bangle makers.

    reviewed

  13. J

    Books Corner

    A wide range of English-language books and magazines; sells the informative Jaipur Vision (Rs20) and Jaipur City Guide (Rs30).

    reviewed

  14. K

    Corner Bookstore

    Sells some English books; it's housed with a small branch of Barista coffee bar.

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  15. L

    Crossword

    A vast selection of pictorial and fiction books plus DVDs, CDs and maps.

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  16. M

    Ganpati Books

    A good selection of Indian fiction and local-interest books.

    reviewed

  17. N

    Samanvai Art

    This place also has edgy paintings.

    reviewed

  18. O

    Mojari

    Mojari sells fabulous footwear. Named after the traditional decorated shoes of Rajasthan, Mojari is a UN-supported project that helps 3500 rural leatherworkers’ households. It’s fit for shoe fetishists, but not for large feet.

    reviewed