Top 10 Shopping Destinations For Students To Visit In Bhopal 2019

Remember how excited we used to get, thinking about wearing casual clothes in college and how we didn’t have to wear uniforms anymore once we are in college. But now when we are finally in college, it’s more of a stress. We will never have enough clothes to wear and the most stressful part is to decide where to buy clothes and accessories from.

The city of Bhopal has a plethora of markets dealing in different kind of products and each has its own speciality. So, today we bring you the top 10 shopping hubs in Bhopal where you can buy trendy clothes and accessories at a reasonable price.

Top 10 Shopping Destinations For Students To Visit In Bhopal 2019

First shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

New Market

Located in the heart of town, this market is a commercial centre. It is a shopaholic’s heaven full of shops where you can get trendy clothes, footwear as well as accessories. It has a huge number of shops dealing in different kinds of products to satisfy the needs of visitors. It is well known for bhopali batuas. This is a one stop shop for everything. Browse among the narrow lanes for some hidden gems.

• Timings: 10 am to 10pm.
• Address: STT Nagar, TT Nagar, Bhopal.
• Tip: Don’t forget to visit the eateries for Bhopal’s local food.

Second shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Chowk Bazaar

          It derives its name from Safara Chowk where it is situated. It is one of the busiest shopping markets of Bhopal. This market is an old gem of the city located in old city. Mainly famous for street shopping, this place is an ideal destination for purchasing traditional stuff like handicrafts, jewellery, sarees, etc. Mughlai food found here is a must eat. This is my personal favourite as clothes are cheaper and more outfits can be bought without compromising on style and fashion. It is always crowded but you must visit here once as the feel of the place is something special.

• Address: Safara Chowk, Ibrahimpura, Peer gate, Bhopal.
• Timings: 11am-10pm.Closed on Mondays
• Tip: Brush your bargaining skills before visiting here.

Third shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Bittan Market

This is one of those places where you will find college students hanging around at all times of the day due to the cafes and lounges around it. This market has all kinds of products ranging from clothes to cosmetics; it even has a vegetable market around it. It offers products at a very compelling price. You can always check here what’s in fashion. The hustle bustle of this market still remains unmatched.

• Timing: 11am to 10pm.
• Address:  Arera colony, off main road.
• Tip: Check out for the exhibitions being held here.

Fourth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Mrignayani Emporium

The casual clothes or western outfits are easy to find anywhere but what takes time and effort is to find a perfect traditional dress for college which should neither be too loud nor too simple. If you are in search of an ideal traditional outfit too, then my friend head straight to this place. It is a Madhya Pradesh government owned property. This place will fulfil all your traditional desires, matching all your needs and wants.

• Timing: 11am to 8pm.
• Address: Shopping centre, TT nagar.
• Tip: You can buy jewellery matching your ethnic outfits too.

Fifth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Habibganj Market

If Delhi has sarojini nagar, then Bhopal has Habibganj. This is the place where you can get branded stuff at cheap prices. If you are low on cash but still can’t quench your thirst for new clothes, then this is the place you should visit. Find all trendy clothes, bags, footwear, cosmetics here at really reasonable prices. Visit here with your loved ones and spend some leisure time.

• Timing: 11am to 10pm.
• Address: N-2, habibganj, Bhopal.
• Tip: Check for defective products and this market is also known for spices and powders which you can definitely buy to make your mom happy (a win-win situation).

Sixth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Sarafa Bazar

It is truly said that you will never really know a girl until you have seen her jewellery. All the girls head straight to this market to get the perfect jewellery matching for outfits and all the boys head here to make your girl happy. Not just jewellery, this market is also famous for artefacts. Haunt this place for affordable shopping. This market turns into Food Street after shops are closed and what could be better than enjoying the midnight by eating rabri faluda or kachori and chaats.

• Timing: 10am to 8pm.
• Address :Block B, hemu kalani, bairagarh, Bhopal.
• Tip: Prefer to travel by public transport because there is no space for parking here.

Seventh shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Motilal market

No therapy is better than the retail therapy. This market, situated in Lakerapura offers imitation jewellery, bags and embroidered clothes. If you don’t like to repeat clothes, then head here to get cheaper options and buy in bulk. You can explore this market at your leisure. It won’t disappoint you as it has something for everyone. It provides you the combination of branded and non branded clothes.

• Timings: 10 am to 8pm.
• Address: Lakherapra, jama masjid road, Bhopal.
• Tip: After sunset it gets really crowded, so preferably to go before sunset.

Eighth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Aura Mall

What could be better than getting all your favourite brands under one roof? If you are one of those students who prefer to wear branded clothes, then this is your ultimate destination. Shop til you drop and if you get tired, then take a break and go to their food court offering really nice delicacies or go to their entertainment zone and play some games. It is fully air conditioned and has the facilities for its visitors.

• Timing: 11am to 10pm.
• Address : NDS colony lane 2, fortune pride, Shahpura.
• Tip: Visit during festive season, the decorations are beautifully done.

Ninth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Metro Plaza

This shopping hub is loved equally by all, be it a local or a tourist. Indian as well as international brands are located here. This place may take a toll on your pocket but the quality of products will always compensate it. This is one the most buzzing shopping hubs of Bhopal. It has its own unique appeal which can’t be described in words. It’s hard to not to love this place if you are a shopaholic as it is every shopper’s paradise.

• Timings: 10am to 10pm.
• Address: Char imli road, Arera colony.
• Tip: This is a great place for window shopping with your friends.

Tenth shopping destination you must visit in Bhopal

Gandhi Market

Remember, you are not a shopaholic; you are just helping the economy. Gandhi market is a place where you can go with friends or family and bring back hell lot of bags full of clothes, accessories or even groceries without damaging your pocket. There is absolutely nothing you can’t find here. People may be disappointing for once, but this market will never disappoint you. You can get stuff that could be as good as purchased from a mall. This place makes you feel the real aura of the city.

• Timing: 9am to 10pm
• Address: Piplani, BHEL, Bhopal.
• Tip: Always Bargain. Always! 

It is true that whoever said that money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping but now you all know where to go. Take a break, bunk your classes or visit on weekends. Buy all you want and dress to express yourself. Visiting these markets is nothing less than fun and after years of wearing same uniform every day, we all deserve some retail therapy, don’t we?