It has been a couple of days since we bid adieu to Maa Durga and now the time has come for the grandest Diwali celebrations. From Diwali saaf-saafai to buying presents for everyone, the to-do list is quite long. If you prefer offline shopping over online, we have the best recommendations for you. Prepare your list and head to these markets in Kolkata for the best Diwali shopping diaries.
Shop Your Heart Out At The Best Diwali Markets In Kolkata
1. Gariahut Market
Wear your most comfortable pair of shoes to explore the massive area. From jewellery to accessories to ceramic kitchenware to home decor, you will find all kinds of items necessary for Diwali shopping here. Known as one of Kolkata’s most famous markets, Gariahut Market has always been the one-stop destination for shopaholics.
One of the simplest ways to reach this market is by catching an auto or a bus from the Kalighat metro station. The journey takes just about 9-10 minutes.
2. New Market
What are you looking for? Are you planning to buy beautiful traditional outfits, jewellery to match your festive wear, decor to adorn your home, pairs of comfortable shoes, and anything else to amp up your Diwali celebrations? Well, whatever you are looking for, chances are you will find everything at New Market. Spread over a humongous area, numerous shops are lined one after the other offering uncountable options for all your needs.
The easiest way to reach New Market is to catch a metro to reach Esplanade metro station. Come out of the station and walk for just a minute to find the sprawling iconic market in Kolkata.
3. Bara Bazar Market
The list of the best Diwali markets in Kolkata is incomplete without Bara Bazar Market. This iconic wholesale market in North Kolkata needs to be your destination to find anything and everything in the same place at pocket-friendly prices. There are shops for sarees, jewellery, accessories, electronic products, puja goods, decor items, flowers, and a lot more. If you are new to this area, make sure to tag someone as the entire market is super busy and crowded at all times.
You can hop on a bus from Mahatma Gandhi Road metro station to travel to this market.
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4. Hatibagan Market
Another famous place in North Kolkata that needs to be on our list of the best Diwali markets in Kolkata is Hatibagan Market. Famous among shopaholics, especially college goers and young people, find most products here at pocket-friendly prices. Customers love exploring this market for its wide collection of jewellery, outfits, fabrics, sarees, potted plants, and more.
If you want to visit this market, reach Sovabazar Sutanuti metro station and walk for a few minutes. It is close to the metro station.
5. Chandni Chowk Market
Head to the popular Chandni Chowk Market to buy unique collections of lights at affordable prices. This is one of the ultimate places in the city for electronic items. The options are endless here. From the simplest fairy lights to vibrant LED lights to bright chandeliers, shops lined at this huge market sell all kinds of options you are looking for. Undoubtedly, you will be spoilt for choices.
Travelling directly to Chandni Chowk metro station is the easiest way to reach the market. Come out of the station and you will find a crowded street surrounded by small shops.
6. Local Street-Side Shops
In addition to the above-mentioned markets, Kolkata is home to numerous small street shops. Nestled in different parts of the city, you will find many vendors sitting beside roads selling diyas, fireworks, fake flowers, decoration items, glittering strings, and more beautiful Diwali essentials.
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7. Shopping Malls
If you plan to buy branded and luxurious presents for your family and friends, head to any shopping mall in the city. Some of the most famous malls to check out in Kolkata are South City Mall, Quest Mall, Acropolis Mall, City Centre, City Centre II, Lake Mall, and Mani Square Mall among others.
Visit stores based on your budget and buy gifts based on your preferences. Do not forget to make the best use of deals as many brands offer lucrative offers during festive seasons.
These are our recommended list of the best Diwali markets in Kolkata. Do you have any suggestions to add here? Let us know.
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