Question 1

Which are the best shopping places in Pune?

Accepted Answer

1. Fergusson College Road: Situated in the heart of Pune and undoubtedly one of the liveliest streets of the city, FC road is home to some of the most legendary restaurants, shopping streets, and food points.The street is always crowded with a young crowd, overexcited to eat, shop, and enjoy the vibe of this iconic Puneri identity, untouched from the rapidly changing face of Pune. Also, do not forget to have at least 4-5 hours in your hands while visiting this market, because surely you would not want to leave once you have started exploring the market!Location: Fergusson College Road, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 7:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.2. Clover Centre: One of the best places for window shopping in Pune, this mall is particularly famous amongst females. If you are visiting this place with your wife or your sister, you might not be able to get out of the place without shelling out some money.You will find all the shopfronts loaded up with mannequins wearing some astonishing clothes which are surely difficult to resist. The shopkeepers here are even open to bargaining, though not much. There are also a few shops that sell scrumptious snacks when you enter the place from the basement parking.Location: Clover Center, Moledina Rd, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.Timing: 10:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.3. Laxmi Road: If you are a Saree and Jewellery lover, you definitely would like to visit this amazing place for shopping in Pune. Apart from that, this beautiful place is also a paradise for stationery lovers as well!Even though mall culture has taken over most of the market places in Pune, this old market still has a separate fan base and is crowded with over-enthusiastic shoppers almost every time you visit. The market area at Laxmi Road particularly stretches from Alka Square to Quarter Gate Square. Even if you do not want to go shopping, if you wish to witness the true colors and culture of Pune, this is the very place to be!Location: Laxmi Road, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. (Tue-Sun), Monday Closed.4. Seasons Mall: One of the most favorite go-to places for locals of Pune, Seasons Mall is one of the best shopping places in Pune, apart from being an Entertainment Hub! Moreover, you would also provide all the types of service providers within this huge mall.The mall has secured parking and is equipped with the retail outlets of some of the best brands, has an endless array of multi-cuisine restaurants, and provides a plethora of entertainment activities, including a fully equipped multiplex to enjoy some movies with your family or loved one.Location: Magarpatta City, Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 11:00 A.M. – 11:30 P.M.5. Westend Mall: If you want to go shopping in Pune from some of the best of the brands, there could not be a better place than the Westend Mall. It definitely has incorporated all of the best brands under a single roof.Apart from that, you can also try out some delicious food at its humongous food court or maybe watch a movie over the weekend to take your mind off the hectic working schedule. The mall also has an array of lifestyle and rejuvenating service providers, including some highly renowned salons and spas. All in all, Westend Mall is a one-stop solution to all your requirements in the beautiful city of Pune.Location: Near Parihar Chowk, Harmony Society, Ward No. 8, Wireless Colony, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.6. Juna Bazaar: One of the most pocket-friendly shopping places in Pune, Juna Bazaar is one of the oldest markets in the city, dating back to almost 250 years. Also known as the Chor Bazaar of Pune, if you are interested in collecting some antique items, handicraft products, or some unique paintings, you should definitely check out this amazing street market.Even though the prices offered by the shopkeepers at the market would be quite reasonable, we still suggest you bring on your A-game to negotiate the prices of the items that you love. If you want to jazz up your home or your office with some quirky bohemian items, you will definitely find some beautiful items in his market!Location: June Bazaar, Kasba Peth, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.7. Pune Central Mall: One of the best shopping places in Pune to check out the latest trends. The place is always stocked up with the latest clothing and accessories trends and attracts a huge crowd of youngsters from across the city.If you specifically want to shop for clothing, this is the place to be! Also, the place is filled with ample options and you will certainly find something for yourself that suits your taste as well as the budget.Location: No 256, Concord Towers, Bund Garden Road, Pune, Maharashtra.Timing: 11:00 A.M. – 10:30 P.M.

Question 2

What are the best shopping malls in Pune?

Accepted Answer

1. Amanora Mall: Home to more than a whopping number of 1000 brands, the mall is so big that it had to be segregated into two parts, the West Block and the East Block. The mall also features a multiplex, bowling alley, along with a number of other entertainment options.2. Phoenix Market City: One of the biggest and most popular places for shopping in Pune, you should definitely check out this amazing place on your visit to Pune. You will also find the mall all lit up with themed decorations on any of the special occasions around the year.3. SGS Mall: SGS is famous amongst shoppers of all budgets due to vast diversity in the type of brands that it hosts. From retail shops to high-end boutique shops, the mall has it all that a shopaholic desires and it certainly has a great lining of food outlets to satisfy your hunger pangs.4. Ishanya Mall: If you are looking forward to transforming your home interiors, there could not be better shopping places in Pune than this mall. It is particularly famous for its home décor and interior design outlets. You would certainly find some of the best home décor items at this mall to light up your home to provide it with a completely new outlook.

Question 3

What are the best things to shop from Pune?

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1. Kolhapuri Footwear: If you love to collect footwear and wish to get your hands over some charming Kolhapuri juttis, there could not be a better place than Pune. You will find a number of street shops selling Kolhapuri Footwear around the markets in the city.2. Sarees: Pune surely has one of the greatest selections of clothing, specifically traditional sarees and designer dresses. You certainly must keep yourself with a separate budget for saree shopping!3. Local Handicraft: Pune surely has a great heart for its hard working artisans. You will find the streets of Pune filled up with beautiful handicraft products and paintings that you can take back home at a great steal.4. Leather Products: How can someone not love the smell of freshly curated leather products? Well, Pune has some of the finest leather manufacturers and would amaze you with their amazing products.5. Antique Items: Laxmi Market and Juna Bazaar would surely amaze you with their eclectic collection of antiques like brass showpieces and rare coins. Moreover, you can grab them at a great budget from the street vendors!

Question 4

Which are the famous street shopping places in Pune?

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1. Fashion Street: There certainly would not be a trend that you can locate in the shopping lanes of Fashion street. Additionally, you will find it all at a great budget down here!2. Fergusson College Road: One of the best places for street shopping in Pune. If you want to visit one of the most cheerful places in Pune with youngsters strolling around everywhere, this amazing street must surely be there on your list to check out!3. Hong Kong Market: Another great street market for budget shoppers in Pune, you will certainly love to stroll around the streets of this beautiful market, and do not forget to grab a scrumptious snack from the roadside vendors once you are done!

Question 5

Which shops in Pune are open 24/7?

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Pune is well on its way to becoming the next 24*7 city of India, especially for foodies. Here is a list of some food joints and cafes that will rescue you from those late night hunger pangs - Cafe Coffee Day, Alto Vino, Paasha, Miami, Spice Kitchen, Malaka Spice, Vivanta by Taj, Oakwood Lounge, Doolally@1st Brewhouse, Hard Rock Cafe, Amruteshwar, Cafe Toons, Jayshree Garden and many more.

Question 6

What should I take as souvenirs from Pune?

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1. Kolhapuri Chappals: Pune has the finest collection of Kolhapuri juttis and chappals, for males as well as females. If you want your loved ones to cheer up as soon as they see their souvenirs, you can surely go ahead to buy the same!2. Faux-leather bags: You will find an amazing range of faux leather bags and pouches in Fergusson Lane and various other street markets of Pune that you can gift to your loved ones.3. Artificial Jewellery: Check out the lanes of Laxmi Market to buy some cheap yet amazing set of artificial jewelry to take back home for you as well as your female friends back home. However, you should definitely know how to pick up the good products and how to bargain with the vendors.4. Paithani Sarees: Who doesn’t love sarees? Moreover, the outlook of a Paithani saree is surely incomparable. If you know someone who loves to wear sarees, do not forget to pick up a pair of these beautiful Paithani sarees for them from Pune.5. Local Snacks: Pune is a foodie’s paradise. Also, it has some of the best snacks that you can keep on gorging while binge-watching at home. You should definitely pack up a back full of Bhakarwadi, Mango Barfi, Chiwda, and Puran Poli for you and your friends when you head back home.

Question 7

What is famous for shopping in Pune?

Accepted Answer

Pune has a great array of items to be shopped and taken back home. Some of the most unique products that you can shop for in this city are Sarees, clothing accessories, Kolhapuri chappals, Mango Barfi, Leather products, antiques, paintings, and handicraft products.

Question 8

What is the best time to visit Pune?

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With a tropical climate all throughout the year, Pune is an all-time destination and you can head towards the city any time of the year. However, the best time to visit Pune is from the month of October to February. This time period experienced cool breezes with a lesser humid environment, making it perfect for the visitors for sightseeing, as well as roaming around the local street markets of the city.

Question 9

What is the famous food of Pune?

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Pune surely has a wide range of delicious food items to offer to its guests. Some of the most popular food items that you should not miss out to try while being in the city are Vada Pav, Missal Pav, Patti Samosa, Beef Keema, Pithla Bhakri, and Bhakharwadi.

Question 10

Is Pune expensive for shopping?

Accepted Answer

Pune is a diverse city and you can shop in the city as your budget allows. If you want to bag in some cheap deals, you can shop from some of the local street markets like Laxmi Market, Juna Bazaar, and Fergusson Street. However, if you want to shop for some expensive branded items, you can always visit some of the greatest malls in the city like the Phoenix Market City and the Westend Mall!

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