Travel Guide

SHOPPING IN SURAT
Gujarat is one of the most commercial states in the country. And when you are in Surat, the hub of trade ever since the Mughal era, you will be spellbound by the luxurious silk, brocade and diamond jewelry the place is famous for. Shopping should get the priority nod in your things­to­do list in Surat. The city in fact is a shopper’s paradise in the true sense of the word, be it fabric, diamond jewelry, silverware, artifacts in wood and ivory and so many other goodies for your family and friends. During the festivals and wedding season, the city becomes an extravagant shopping carnival.

If jewelry and artifacts is not your pick, head straight to the textile bazaar in Surat. Although street shopping has a great amount of surprises to offer you with the best prices possible, State emporium on the other hand gives a glimpse of all that the regional crafts and artisans have to present. The shopper’s paradise has a plethora of options to splurge on given the huge collections numerous gold souks, jewelry shops, and textile markets offer for sale. Most of the malls in Surat are located at Dumas Road. Before we move on, here is something:

Shoppers Pick in Surat
The Mughal Era saw Surat blooming with its fine silk and spice trade. Yes, Surat since centuries has been the textile hub in India. And now Surat has got another feather in its metaphorical cap­ that is the blooming diamond cutting industry. Enthralling range of wood, ivory and silver crafts, Surat has it all to grace your shopping bags when you visit the place. Most of the malls in Surat are located at Dumas Road, but street shopping has its own charm with an endless supply of Gujrati snacks that you will want to flatter your taste buds at the sight of every stall or vendor!

Tips for Street Shopping in Surat
The city is full of goodies you can take back home and boast of its fine workmanship and artistic value. The good thing is that you do not necessarily have to be bothered about the price. Surat is a place known for amazing deals. You can get things here at incredibly low prices. All you need is go equipped with a little bit of bargaining skill and lo! your bags are full of exquisite pieces you will love to carry back. So, do make sure you carry extra bags to accommodate your shopping experience.

Things To Buy In Surat :
Jewellery:
Surat is a well known destination for its diamond polishing and cutting units. The city has a good number of skilled labours who are proficient in diamond cutting and polishing. As you stroll down the streets of Surat, you will find a string of jewellery shops and gold souks selling diamonds and jewels. Some of the best places to buy gold and jewellery In Surat are Charu Jewels, Diam Jewels, The Adorn Shop and Ratnasagar Jewellers in Ghoddod Road, Hardeep Jewellers in Rander Road and Hira Panna Shopping Mall besides Maheshwari Bhavan.
Surat, Gujarat is world famous for its diamond cutting and polishing industry. The Streets of the city are sprawled with a string of jewelry shops and gold souks. The glitter and sparkle of the shops will not leave you pass by without a notice!

Where to go for shopping?
The best places to purchase gold and diamond jewels in Surat are­ Hira Panna Shopping Mall near Maheshwari Bhavan, Hardeep Jewellers at Rander Road Diam Jewels, Charu Jewels, Ratnasagar Jewellers and The Adorn Shop at Ghoddod Road.

Silver
As you wander through the city’s many narrow streets, you are likely to catch a notice of several shops selling silver artefacts. The city artisans are well known for making traditional sliver items that are popular among the local people and tourists alike. Gangaur Jewellers and Shilpa Jewellers are two of the best places to shop for silver junks, trinkets and other silver wares in Surat.

 
Go down the street catching the noise and you will find silversmith selling their jewelry and other items at incredibly attractive prices. The pristine shimmer of silverware in exclusive shapes and sizes to decorate the lost corner of your abode will definitely make it an interesting conversation starter. Silver jewelry, junk trinkets and other silver items are a favorite pick of the domestic and international visitors.

Where to go for shopping?
Gangaur Jewelers and Shilpa Jewelers are among the best silver shops in Surat.

Clothes:
If diamonds are not for you, then you can always head straight to the local wholesale textile bazaars that sell best fabrics at incredibly low prices. While shopping in Surat, you will find a wide variety of traditional handmade zari work on saris and other traditional wear in the bazaars here. Sneak a look at the exquisite zari works done on the flowing six-yard drapes of fine silks and other variety of fabrics. Besides zari, you can also look out for other forms of handwork such as kinari and salma that come in a variety of hues. Ghoddod Road and Ring Road are the best places to shop for clothes in Surat.

Handicrafts
Like most other parts of India, Surat too boasts of unique handcrafted items. Here you can find a wide collection of art pieces to buy for your home, friends or family. Surat is famous for its amazing collection of finely crafted wooden work displayed in the form of carved jewellery boxes, lamp tables, coffee tables, idols of Hindu gods and goddess and several other objects, which make for great souvenirs. Also, check out for the fancy items made of wood, ivory and tin. Head straight to the government managed emporium in Surat as they have good quality wooden work with reasonable prices.

 
Street shopping is going to offer you a dazzling variety of crafts and items you would love to go back packing. The skilled artists make Hindu idols of god and goddesses, jewelry boxes in myriads of shapes and sizes, lamps, coffee tables, and side tables by carving intricate designs in wood which make an excellent souvenir. But you swipe around for a look and you will find amazing pieces in ivory too. If you don’t want to splurge big bucks on silver, you can also find items made in tin also. Objects of utility and d’arte including sadeli and marquetry work are a specialty of Surat.

Where to go for shopping?
You can find such pieces while shopping on the streets or simply surf these places. To strike exclusive deal on crafts and artifacts, State Emporium is the best go­to! There are many state run emporiums which offer low prices on regional crafts.

Handloom in Surat
Be it kimkhab or tanchoi, gajri or patola, silk saris and amazing bandhej work, exquisite embroidery or batik prints, traditional finery to latest trends, Surat is famous for all. The textile bazaar offers you handmade zari, salma, and kinari work on a variety of fabric at reasonable prices. The wholesale textile market offers you amazing handloom at incredibly low prices that you would tire of grabbing.

Where to go for shopping?
Ghoddod Road and Ring Road are the best places to shop for clothes in Surat. Chauta Bazaar is another place that draws shoppers.

To the Shoppers!
Shopping in Surat offers you value for your money. Everything related to textile is produced and manufactured in Gujarat. Availability of local artisans and workers is another reason and therefore the prices are low as compared to anywhere in India.

A Note for Husbands: Be sure to have your pockets dug deep when you come visiting Surat. This shopper’s paradise indeed has the potentials to lure your beloved into emptying your cash stacks and credit cards too!
Another Note for the Ladies: If you are not yet married, a visit to the city will make your heart swell with a desire to find reasons to organize a great event to use the goodies Surat offers.
From trinkets to trousseau, Surat is a haven for you shopping spree. Do visit Surat and explore the market! It has something for everyone in your family and for your friends

Malls
Iscon Mall
Opp Rajhans Cinema,Dumas Road,
Surat -395007
Ph.No :0261-2252968, 2254167,
Mo.No : 9377760155,9909961201

Star Bazaar
Imperial Square,Hazira Road,
Opp Aalishan Enclave Nr Pal Octroi Center,
Adajan,Surat -395009
Ph.No: 0261-4088840

Central Mall
Gaurav Path,Near Iscon Mall,
Dumas Road,Surat -395007
Ph.No: 0261-6567810,

Big Bazaar
2nd Floor Kamdhenu Mall,
Near Lancer Army School,
Opp Cng Gas Pump,Piplod, Surat -395007
Ph. : 0261-3921400, 3921401, 3921420