Catering to a range of budgets and preferences, shopping in Kolkata is one of the most popular activities amongst tourists visiting the city. From designer Indian wear that’s fit for a bride, and traditional fabrics, to street markets hawking everything from used books and handicrafts to some delicious Bengali foods—there’s no end to what you can buy in Kolkata. In addition to the local offerings the city is famous for, you can head to one of the multi-storeyed malls if you’re looking for international labels and designer stores.
SHOPPING IN KOLKATA
Kolkata for the discerning shopper
Distancing themselves from the typical sights and sounds of the city, these retail outlets tug at wallets of the city’s elite, and woo them with their...
1FEATUREDPopular sarees of Kolkata
Kolkata, the land of art and culture, is popular for its traditional Bengali sarees all over the country. Be it the texture, colour, material or the w...
2FEATUREDStreet shopping in Kolkata
Be it purchasing traditional woven textiles or a bundle of your favourite novels, there are plenty of options for street shopping in Kolkata. Full of...
3FEATUREDStop and shop in Kolkata
Although you might find the shopping scene here to be somewhat limited in comparison to the other Indian cities, Kolkata offers an eclectic array of t...
4FEATUREDOxford Bookstore
For the intellectuals out there, this is a must-visit. It is undeniably the best place to shop for books in Kolkata, and you can even just spend an ev...
6FEATUREDSabyasachi
Kolkata is also renowned for its fashion designers. Look out for garments by the local talent turned global favourite Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
7FEATUREDNew Market
Also known as Hogg's Market, this is Kolkata's oldest and best known market. It's got over 2,000 stalls and is a treat for those who like to hunt for ...
8FEATUREDChowringhee Road
A huge variety of pavement vendors line Chowringhee Road from Park Street to New Market, selling just about everything under the sun.
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