Bangalore's street shopping may not be as extensive as that in Mumbai or Delhi, but it effectively caters to all our shopping needs. These shopping lanes and streets are located in some of the city’s most populated neighborhoods, serving not only everyday shoppers but also those looking for festive gifts. From trendy apparel to shoes, jewellery, and bags, you can find everything along these street shopping trails in Bangalore.
Shop Til' You Drop: 6 Best Street Shopping Spots In Bangalore
Overview
Jayanagar 4th Block
Though not as famous as Commercial Street, Jayanagar’s 4th Block has its own vibrant street shopping scene. From readymade blouses to summery sliders, you’ll find everything here at budget prices. We’ve spotted cotton kurtas starting at just INR 150 and ready-made blouses for around INR 250. There are also several stores dedicated to men’s clothing, offering formal shirts, t-shirts, and comfy hoodies, ensuring no one feels left out.
Take your pick from ballet flats, strappy sandals, juttis, and chappals in every colour. Some shops even sell sandals for as little as INR 100. Additionally, you can find extra fittings like tassels and ribbons to take to your tailor, adding a little something special to your clothes. For more details about Jayanagar’s street shopping scene, click here.
Known For: Blouses, festive wear, bags & accessories, home decor, apparel, and gifts & trinkets
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
Brigade Road-MG Road
You know you’ve found the right place for street shopping when you hit Brigade Road, located in the heart of the CBD, just off MG Road. From tiny stores selling export surplus clothing to affordable shoe stalls and funky jewellery (chokers and hoop earrings, anyone?), there’s plenty to choose from. Looking for cool sunglasses? You’ll find everything from Wayfarer styles to cat-eye frames. Brigade Road also features the popular Dubai Plaza, where you can score trendy white kicks, bucket bags, and maxi dresses—all on a budget.
Known For: International brands, trendy streetwear, knock off shoes & apparel, mobile accessories, and junk jewellery
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
Chikpete
The name literally means "small market", and what used to be a market with many street stalls, has evolved over the years into a bustling labyrinth of small stores selling everything from rare antiques and home accessories to greeting cards and fashion accessories. Not only do most stores offer reasonable rates (compared to other stores in town), but bargaining is also an option. The 400-year-old market is a popular destination for anyone who wants to buy things in bulk. Bangaloreans will tell you that they and their families get their sarees (daily wear cotton numbers, kanjeevarams for wedding guests, and even semi-stitched kurta fabrics) and coffee powder from Chikpete. If you want a complete lowdown of what to do and where to go, we've got a guide to Chikpete here.
Known For: Wedding wear, festive wear, suits for men, Indian wear, yardage, junk, silver, and gold jewellery
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
LBB Pro-Tip: Take the metro to get here, as there's a metro station right at the entrance of the market.
Avenue Road
Less than a kilometer away from Chikpete Market, Avenue Road runs from BGS Flyover to Palace Road. While we can’t point you to an exact store, if you love books, stationery, and art supplies (including beads, stickers, and more), this is the place to be. Students will appreciate that this is also where you can find guides, old editions of textbooks, student notes (great for college students), practice papers, and books for competitive exams. If you have time, explore the stalls and stores—you might even discover rare and vintage editions of classic books available for as little as INR 20!
Known For: Stationery, home decor, books, lighting, and clothing & accessories
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
Commercial Street
Commercial Street is one of the oldest and busiest shopping streets in Bangalore, catering to the shopping needs of Bangaloreans for decades. Although the main street is just a single stretch, several bylanes—such as Jeweller's Street, Kamraj Road, Juma Masjid Road, Ibrahim Saheb Street, and Gollar Lane—have enhanced the overall experience of Commercial Street. From wedding lehengas to trendy streetwear, junk jewellery to gold jewellery, and accessories to makeup, there’s plenty to explore and shop for here.
Known For: Junk jewellery, trendy clothes, wedding and festive wear, shoes & footwear, Indo-western wear, Indian wear, imitation & gold jewellery, accessories, beauty & make up, home decor, and home essentials
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
LBB Pro-Tip: Check out our extensive guide here
Shivaji Nagar
Want your street shopping to come at stellar prices? Then, step out of Commercial Street and explore Shivajinagar. On OPH Road, you’ll find everything from blankets to sarees on a budget. There’s even a lane dedicated to trendy shoes that are available at throwaway prices. On the street opposite St. Mary’s Basilica, you can pick cane goods. And around the Taj Hotel area, you can find street stalls selling cotton and synthetics at reasonable prices. There’s even a thriving gujri market for furniture seekers.
Known For: Home decor, home furnishing, cane & wicker furniture, apparel, tailoring, and soft furnishings
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
