Pune’s Iconic Markets: Where to Shop for Sarees, Books, Furniture and More

From traditional sarees and handcrafted footwear to books, fashion accessories, mobile covers and home décor, Pune’s markets offer something for every shopper.

By Vidhi Lalla  

Pune: Pune’s shopping culture is deeply rooted in its historic peths, bustling commercial streets and lively neighbourhood markets. While some areas have been wholesale trading hubs for centuries, others have evolved into popular retail destinations known for specific products. Here’s a guide to the city’s best shopping areas and what you should look for in each.

Laxmi Road – Sarees, Traditional Wear and Kolhapuri Chappals

One of Pune’s most iconic shopping streets, Laxmi Road has long been the preferred destination for festive and wedding shopping. The market is lined with stores selling Paithani, silk, cotton and designer sarees, dress materials, traditional jewellery and ethnic wear. It is also well known for Kolhapuri chappals, leather footwear, handbags and imitation jewellery. During the festive season, the entire stretch comes alive with shoppers from across Maharashtra. 

Mahatma Gandhi (M.G.) Road – Branded Fashion and Street Shopping

Located in Camp, MG Road blends established retail stores with lively street shopping. Visitors can shop for trendy clothes, footwear, bags, scarves, fashion accessories and gift items. The area is equally popular for cafés, bakeries and lifestyle shopping, making it one of Pune’s busiest retail destinations. 

Hong Kong Lane, Deccan – Mobile Covers and Fashion Accessories

Situated off Fergusson College Road, Hong Kong Lane is one of Pune’s favourite shopping spots for students and young shoppers. The narrow lane is packed with shops selling mobile covers, phone accessories, earphones, chargers, sunglasses, wallets, watches, handbags, fashion jewellery, belts and quirky gift items at affordable prices. 

Fergusson College (FC) Road – Artificial Jewellery and Youth Fashion

FC Road is known for budget-friendly shopping aimed at the college crowd. The market offers western wear, T-shirts, dresses, footwear, handbags, artificial jewellery, sunglasses and accessories. Street stalls and small boutiques make it a popular destination for affordable fashion.

Tulshibaug – Home Décor and Household Essentials

Located beside Laxmi Road, Tulshibaug is among Pune’s oldest shopping districts. It is especially popular for brass and steel utensils, kitchenware, home décor, pooja articles, decorative items, handicrafts, garments and affordable accessories. The market is a favourite for festive shopping and household purchases. 

Appa Balwant Chowk (ABC) – Books and Stationery

Popularly known as ABC, Appa Balwant Chowk is Pune’s book capital. Hundreds of bookstores stock school and college textbooks, competitive examination guides, engineering and medical books, fiction, literature, dictionaries and second-hand books. The area is also known for stationery and educational supplies. 

Mahatma Phule Mandai – Flowers, Fruits, Vegetables and Plants

The historic Mahatma Phule Mandai remains one of Pune’s busiest retail markets for fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers. Besides produce, visitors can also find groceries, spices, dry fruits, imported food products and seasonal plants. Its heritage building continues to be a landmark in the old city. 

Shukrawar Peth – Brassware and Traditional Household Goods

Shukrawar Peth is home to several traditional markets, including Tulshibaug and Burud Ali. The locality is known for brass lamps, pooja accessories, copper utensils, bamboo and cane products, furniture and other household essentials, reflecting Pune’s old trading traditions. 

Nana Peth – Automobile Spare Parts

Nana Peth has earned a reputation as Pune’s automobile spare parts hub. The area houses numerous dealers selling two-wheeler and four-wheeler spare parts, batteries, tyres, lubricants, tools and automobile accessories, making it a preferred destination for mechanics and vehicle owners. 

Bohri Ali – Hardware and Home Improvement

Bohri Ali is well known for hardware, industrial tools, paints, electrical fittings, plumbing materials, fasteners, locks and household repair supplies. It is one of the city’s oldest and busiest hardware markets, serving both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. 

Juna Bazaar – Antiques and Vintage Collectibles

Held mainly on Wednesdays and Sundays, Juna Bazaar is Pune’s famous flea market. Antique furniture, brassware, vintage clocks, coins, vinyl records, tools, collectibles and second-hand household items make it a favourite among collectors and bargain hunters. 

Bajirao Road – Furniture

Bajirao Road is recognised as Pune’s furniture district. Shoppers can explore a wide range of wooden furniture, sofas, dining sets, office furniture, modular storage solutions and customised home furnishings. 

Burud Ali – Bamboo and Cane Crafts

Burud Ali is famous for handcrafted bamboo and cane products made by traditional artisans. Baskets, trays, stools, storage containers, furniture and decorative items are among the market’s specialties.

Market Yard, Gultekdi – Fresh Produce

Although primarily a wholesale market, Market Yard is also visited by retail buyers looking for fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, grains and spices at competitive prices. 

Together, these markets showcase Pune’s rich commercial heritage, where traditional craftsmanship exists alongside modern retail. Whether shopping for ethnic clothing, books, home décor, electronics, automobile parts or fashion accessories, each locality has developed its own distinct identity over the years.