Full Day Shopping Tour in Agra

• Start with Sadar Bazaar (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) Your day begins at Sadar Bazaar, one of Agra’s most famous local markets. It’s located close to the Agra Cantonment area and is a popular stop for both locals and tourists. Here, you’ll find a wide range of products including leather goods, handicrafts, garments, and spices. Agra is particularly famous for its leather products—ranging from bags, shoes, and jackets, which are handmade and of high quality.
  • What to Buy:
    • Leather items such as jackets, belts, and bags.
    • Handcrafted souvenirs like miniature replicas of the Taj Mahal.
    • Vibrant spices and teas.

  This market also has many street food vendors, so you might want to grab a snack or try local delicacies like petha (a traditional Agra sweet made from ash gourd) or chaat (savory snacks).

• Visit Marble Inlay Workshops (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM) After shopping at Sadar Bazaar, visit one of the many marble inlay workshops in Agra. The marble inlay technique, known as Pietra Dura, was perfected during the Mughal era and is most famously seen in the Taj Mahal’s intricate design. Artisans will demonstrate how they hand-carve and inlay semi-precious stones into marble to create stunning tables, coasters, vases, and wall decor.
  • What to Buy:
    • Marble tabletops, coasters, and decorative items.
    • Personalized marble souvenirs with intricate inlay work.

  The quality of marble sold in these workshops is excellent, and many pieces are handmade by craftsmen who have inherited this skill through generations.

After an engaging morning, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a restaurant. You can try some of Agra’s traditional Mughlai cuisine, such as biryani, kebabs, and naan, or opt for a multi-cuisine restaurant if you prefer something lighter. There are plenty of restaurants near Sadar Bazaar or in the city center.

• Explore Kinari Bazaar (2:00 PM – 3:30 PM) After lunch, head to Kinari Bazaar, one of Agra’s oldest and most bustling markets, located near the Jama Masjid. This market is a colorful maze of narrow lanes filled with shops selling a variety of items, including textiles, jewelry, wedding accessories, and traditional Indian clothing like sarees and lehengas. Kinari Bazaar is also known for its wide range of Zari and Zardozi embroidered fabrics, which are used to make exquisite bridal outfits and home decor items.
  • What to Buy:
    • Bridal wear, including intricately embroidered lehengas and sarees.
    • Indian jewelry, both traditional and modern.
    • Fabric for custom-made outfits, including silk and cotton.

  The market also has an array of street vendors selling bangles, colorful scarves, and costume jewelry, so it’s an ideal spot for finding affordable, fashionable accessories.

• Visit the Handicrafts Emporium (3:45 PM – 4:30 PM) After exploring Kinari Bazaar, visit a Handicrafts Emporium or one of Agra’s many government-recognized stores for authentic handicrafts. These stores often carry a wide selection of goods, including carpets, pashmina shawls, hand-woven textiles, and silver jewelry. These emporiums are especially good for purchasing rugs and carpets, as Agra is renowned for its hand-knotted carpet-making industry, which dates back to the Mughal era.
  • What to Buy:
    • Hand-knotted carpets with traditional Mughal designs.
    • Pashmina shawls and stoles.
    • Brassware, wooden handicrafts, and other traditional Indian art pieces.

  Visiting these emporiums guarantees that the items are authentic and often sold at fixed prices, so there’s no need for haggling.

• Head to Shahganj Bazaar (4:45 PM – 5:30 PM) In the late afternoon, make your way to Shahganj Bazaar, a lesser-known market but a great place for those looking for affordable shopping. Here, you’ll find more leather goods, clothing, home decor, and everyday household items at reasonable prices. This market is especially famous for second-hand goods, so if you’re looking for unique finds, Shahganj might surprise you.
  • What to Buy:
    • Leather footwear, including traditional juttis and mojris.
    • Wooden furniture and decor items.
    • Household goods, kitchenware, and local clothing.
• Visit Carpet Weaving Centers (5:45 PM – 6:30 PM) End your afternoon with a visit to one of Agra’s carpet weaving centers. Carpet-making has been a prominent craft in Agra since the Mughal era, and you can see skilled weavers at work, creating intricate patterns on hand-knotted rugs. These carpets are made using traditional techniques passed down through generations, and many of the designs are inspired by Mughal art and architecture.
  • What to Buy:
    • Hand-knotted Persian-style carpets and rugs.
    • Smaller carpets or runners for homes.
    • Custom-designed pieces made to order.

  The craftsmanship in these weaving centers is of the highest quality, and you can often find pieces that are both luxurious and durable.

Visit TDI Mall or Local Boutiques (6:45 PM – 7:30 PM) For a more contemporary shopping experience, visit TDI Mall, one of the modern shopping malls in Agra. This mall features a mix of Indian and international brands, making it a great place to shop for clothing, accessories, and electronics. Alternatively, you can explore local designer boutiques for handcrafted Rajasthani and Mughal-inspired attire.

• What to Buy:
  • Modern fashion and accessories.
  • High-quality textiles and ready-made garments.
  • Branded leather goods and shoes.

After a full day of shopping and exploring the markets of Agra, enjoy a relaxed dinner at a local restaurant, perhaps near the Taj Mahal for a scenic backdrop. Agra’s culinary scene offers everything from traditional Indian food to international cuisine, making it a perfect end to a busy shopping day.

Finally, your guide will drop you back at your hotel, bringing your shopping adventure in Agra to a close.