Budget Shopping At Shilparamam Hyderabad: Top Picks Under INR 500

Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata have such great markets where you can find anything and everything, is there a similar place in Hyderabad? Yes! Shilparamam in Hitech City, an arts and crafts village in Hyderabad is the perfect spot for you to shop the best of Indian handicrafts and apparels. It's open every day from 10:30 AM to 8 PM and you can literally find everything here - from unique gifts to quirky home decor and jewelry. We were filling up our shopping bags recently and these are all the things we found. 

We can't have enough earrings, can we? Shop after shop, you will be spoilt for choice by the sheer amount of styles out there. Right from chaandbalis to jhumkas, we found beautiful pairs of mirror-work earrings, hangings with tassels etc. Priced between INR 100 and INR 150, these won’t just complement your ethnic wear but can also jazz up your Indo-Western look. Other than earrings, you'll find silver anklets, quirky necklaces and even tribal-style bracelets and lockets. Trust us, it is impossible to walk away without picking up a handful of pieces. 

You’ll never stop playing footsie with your footwear after spotting these colourful ones. Go beyond the regular affair of juttis and grab those printed tie-up flip-flops (perfect for them beach days) and a pair of ballet flats. Priced at INR 150 to INR 250, these are must-haves. What else? You can actually shop for complete outfits here for those special occasions or a casual ethnic day out. From bright kurtas to dupattas and salwar-kameez sets, it's all there. 

Bag lovers, you cannot refuse yourself one of these sling bags. Done in lovely prints, you can pair these with not just your ethnic wear but western wear too. While you’re at it, take a look at the potlis with mirror work. If you are not interested in something fancy, the jute bags might jump to your rescue. No matter what your choice is, you’ll walk home with a bag for sure. These are priced between INR 150- INR 300.

Move over Amazon, we found the cutest cold shoulder tops and floral pin-up tops in our town. Priced at INR 400 each, these are available in several colours and patterns. All you need to have is the patience to go through a massive pile of clothes to choose your style.

Can’t get enough of breezy Summer wear? Then check out some printed palazzos here for the erratic Hyderabad weather. While we’re crushing on the one with elephant prints, you can take your pick from the ample variety. Priced at INR 300, this is a deal you shouldn’t miss.

Got plans to escape to a beach? These shorts are must-haves then. The plain ones share aisles with printed ones (with frills). We got ourselves the best of both worlds by grabbing two and each is priced at INR 200.

Kalamkari jackets or simple printed ones, your wardrobe needs these essentials right away. We got ourselves the Kalamkari one with Buddhas printed on it, and we’re loving it. Add your own twist of fashion by pairing one of these with a crop top and a pair of jeans. These are priced at INR 350 each.

We spotted these printed dupattas with colourful lace borders. Get your chikankari game strong by pairing these dupattas along. Priced at INR 450 each, we are guilty of getting these home.

Fashion shopping aside, don't forget to check out the home decor and unique gifting items you will spot here. From handcrafted keychains, small figurines, fridge magnets and bird houses, you will find something affordable and unique to remember your time at Shilparamam. Our eyes were glued to these hand painted bottles that definitely add a pop of color to any space, offices or homes. We say, grab one or two (or all) at INR 200 (small) and INR 400 (big).

After all that shopping, how does some chaat or jalebi sound? Past the above mentioned stalls, there's an area dedicated to munchies and it has great snack options to recharge. South Indian tiffins, french fries, softy ice creams, you can have all of those items with INR 500. That's a steal! 

Have more time to kill? We get it! It's only natural to feel like spending more time at Shilparamam. After shopping and eating, you can indulge in a relaxing boat ride and chit chat while rowing it yourself. Yes! You will be behind the paddles and it's just good fun. Added bonus if the weather is breezy. It will only cost you INR 30 per person and it's open till sunset. 

If reading this got you excited, here's how you can plan the journey to beat the traffic. You can obviously take a cab but the faster way to reach is via the metro. The nearest station is Hitech City metro station and it's a brisk 5 minute walk from there. The nearest bus stop is the Shilparamam Bus Stop. 

Entry Fee: INR 60 for adults and INR 20 for children. 

As it's a cultural village, festivals are celebrated in a grand way with midnight shopping, skits and plays, dance performances and musical programs. So you can plan visit around the key festivals like Sankranthi, Dussehra, and Ugadi.