Rishikesh is a famous pilgrimage site and is also well-known for the adventure sports activities made possible by its landscape. These two activities are followed by shopping, which is a great activity for tourists to indulge in when not at the temple or river rafting.
Rishikesh is noted for quite a few products, most notably pooja essentials, sarees, shawls and religious artefacts. The town has a few great places to shop that are a must visit. Through this article, we take you to the best places to enjoy shopping in Rishikesh.
Places to Shop in Rishikesh
1. Laxman Jhula Market
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Caption: Vendors at the Laxman Jhula Market
There is no better place to begin your shopping escapade in Rishikesh than at the Laxman Jhula Market. Home to many local stores, at this market expect to find many pooja essentials and religious items. From beautiful idols of Indian Gods to agarbattis, oils and authentic rudrakshas, you can get them all in Rishikesh.
There are a few shops selling jewellery and unique wood items as well. Take your bargaining skills along.
Location: Lakshman Jhula
2. Shyampur Haat Bazar
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Caption: Shyampur Haat Bazar
The Shyampur Haat Bazar is a local market located in Rishikesh. Fruits, vegetable and local spices are all what you will find at this always crowded and buzzing market. Check out the large selection of local spices at this local market, they are always fresh. The best time to visit this market is on a Wednesday, Monday or Friday.
Location: Shyampur
3. Rishikesh Main Market
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Caption: The main market in Rishikesh
A top shopping place for tourists and locals, the shops at the Rishikesh Main Market offer products and good at reasonable prices. Its best to visit in the morning or early evening to get a feel of what shopping in Rishikesh feels like. At this market, you can shop for clothes, spices, perfumes and a lot more.
Location: Near Jhanda Chowk
4. Gole Market
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Caption: Gole Market
The Gole Market comes to life in the evenings when locals come in to shop for clothes and accessories. On the weekend, the market is absolutely buzzing with activity. The market is a great place to get yourself a few traditional Indian clothing. During the months of October to January, you will find a variety of winter wear being sold at the market.
5. Ram Jhula Market
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Caption: Ram Jhula Market
One of the unique places to shop in Rishikesh is the Ram Jhula market. Home to many stores and street stalls, the Ram Jhula market is always crowded with locals and tourists who come to explore and buy local products. From clothes to jewellery and local spices, you can find it all at the market in Ram Jhula
Location: Ram Jhula
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6. Music For Soul
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Caption: Music For Soul, Rishikesh
This music store in Rishikesh is popular for its spiritual and trance music CDs and DVDs. The store has a large collection of CDS with chalisas and prayers from the Bhagavad Gita. The friendly staff at this store are always willing to go that extra mile to make customers happy, if they don’t have a title you’re looking for, they will try and order it for you.
Location: Swarg Ashram
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7. Garhwal Wool and Craft Shop
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Caption: Garhwal Wool and Craft Shop
This store in Rishikesh is where you should go to buy the finest selection of woollen clothes. On offer here is a variety of winter wear made using high-quality Garhwali wool.
The staff and owner are extremely jovial, they’ll not only let you in on some local tourist tips but will also offer you a refreshing cup of tea or a soft drink.
Location: Main Market
8. Sudha Chandan Mahal
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Caption: Sudha Chandan Mahal
Two popular item to buy in Rishikesh are sandalwood chains and jewellery. One of the best places to get them in the town of Rishikesh is at the Sudha Chandan Mahal. This popular store stocks a good collection of jewellery and pearl decorative items. Whether you are taking back a souvenir or a gift for a friend, you will love the collections on offer at this famous store.
1. Lakshman Jhula Market
Lakshman Jhula Market (source)
There is no better place to begin your shopping escapade in Rishikesh than at the Laxman Jhula Market. Home to many local stores, at this market expect to find many pooja essentials and religious items. From beautiful idols of Indian Gods to agarbattis, oils and authentic rudrakshas, you can get them all in Rishikesh.
There are a few shops selling jewellery and unique wood items as well. Take your bargaining skills along.
Location: Lakshman Jhula
2. Shyampur Haat Bazar
Shyampur Haat Bazar (source)
The Shyampur Haat Bazar is a local market located in Rishikesh. Fruits, vegetable and local spices are all what you will find at this always crowded and buzzing market. Check out the large selection of local spices at this local market, they are always fresh. The best time to visit this market is on a Wednesday, Monday or Friday.
Location: Shyampur
3. Rishikesh Main Market
Rishikesh Main Market
A top shopping place for tourists and locals, the shops at the Rishikesh Main Market offer products and good at reasonable prices. Its best to visit in the morning or early evening to get a feel of what shopping in Rishikesh feels like. At this market, you can shop for clothes, spices, perfumes and a lot more.
Location: Near Jhanda Chowk
4. Gole Market
Gole Market (source)
The Gole Market comes to life in the evenings when locals come in to shop for clothes and accessories. On the weekend, the market is absolutely buzzing with activity. The market is a great place to get yourself a few traditional Indian clothing. During the months of October to January, you will find a variety of winter wear being sold at the market.
5. Ram Jhula Market
Ram Jhula Market (source)
One of the unique places to shop in Rishikesh is the Ram Jhula market. Home to many stores and street stalls, the Ram Jhula market is always crowded with locals and tourists who come to explore and buy local products. From clothes to jewellery and local spices, you can find it all at the market in Ram Jhula
Location: Ram Jhula
6. Music For Soul
Music For Soul, Rishikesh (source)
This music store in Rishikesh is popular for its spiritual and trance music CDs and DVDs. The store has a large collection of CDS with chalisas and prayers from the Bhagavad Gita. The friendly staff at this store are always willing to go that extra mile to make customers happy, if they don’t have a title you’re looking for, they will try and order it for you.
Location: Swarg Ashram
7. Garhwal Wool and Craft Shop
Garhwal Wool and Craft Shop
This store in Rishikesh is where you should go to buy the finest selection of woollen clothes. On offer here is a variety of winter wear made using high-quality Garhwali wool.
The staff and owner are extremely jovial, they’ll not only let you in on some local tourist tips but will also offer you a refreshing cup of tea or a soft drink.
Location: Main Market
8. Sudha Chandan Mahal
Sudha Chandan Mahal (source)
Two popular item to buy in Rishikesh are sandalwood chains and jewellery. One of the best places to get them in the town of Rishikesh is at the Sudha Chandan Mahal. This popular store stocks a good collection of jewellery and pearl decorative items. Whether you are taking back a souvenir or a gift for a friend, you will love the collections on offer at this famous store.
Location: Swarg Ashram
9. Adventure Axis
Adventure Axis (source)
Recently opened, Adventure Axis sells all the trekking, rafting and hiking gear you need in an adventure destination like Rishikesh. While not as reasonable as buying in the big city, it does stock everything you need. The store also has a great online presence. So you can check if they have what you’re looking for before you venture to the store.
Location: Tapovan
Although Rishikesh is known for its temples and adventurer sports, shopping here can be an equally good experience. There are great markets and shops selling a variety of local products. Moderately priced, the markets here are open all throughout the day. Need any more tips on shopping in Rishikesh? Send us your questions in the comments section below and we would be glad to help you.
: Swarg Ashram
9. Adventure Axis
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Caption: Adventure Axis
Recently opened, Adventure Axis sells all the trekking, rafting and hiking gear you need in an adventure destination like Rishikesh. While not as reasonable as buying in the big city, it does stock everything you need. The store also has a great online presence. So you can check if they have what you’re looking for before you venture to the store.
Location: Tapovan
Although Rishikesh is known for its temples and adventurer sports, shopping here can be an equally good experience. There are great markets and shops selling a variety of local products. Moderately priced, the markets here are open all throughout the day. Need any more tips on shopping in Rishikesh? Send us your questions in the comments section below and we would be glad to help you.
