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Shopaholic Bliss – 5 Popular Shopping Destinations in Mumbai

By Anusha

Mumbai is a vivid and fun city with many amusement options to choose from for a lazy weekend. But, among the prime contenders for the most popular pastime is shopping! Women, men, children and even senior citizens are seen out at the various shopping destinations of the city, looking for that awesome bargain. And with the Diwali festivities in full swing, shopping is seen to be a rather colourful affair for both the participants and the onlookers.

So regardless of your plans for the weekend, spare some time to check these street shopping destinations in Mumbai that offer a mind-boggling variety of products and at great bargains too! Take along your shopping bags, shades, loads of energy and of-course your partner in crime!

1. Linking Road Market
A confluence of styles is what meets you as soon as you enter the Linking Road Market. Shops on both sides of the road boast of products ranging from traditional clothes to western accessories in various hues, sizes and shapes. Shop to your heart's content from the display of footwear, clothing, bags, accessories and satisfy your hunger at the many street shops or restaurants that are lined up here.

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2. Colaba Causeway
The place has everything from street shops where you can haggle over the prices to designer shops where you can find the latest in fashion. The Colaba Causeway is a popular place for both locals and tourists. The range of products here is staggering, not just in the variety but also in quality. You can shop for everything from electronics to clothing and home furnishing here. Designer jewellery and accessories might sure leave a scar on your wallet! But small joys such as buying charming key-chains and balloons are also possible at this bustling market. After you are done shopping, don't forget to unwind at the Leopold Cafe, offering a yummy range of food and beverage.

Photo Courtesy: Karan Patil

3. Fashion Street
The ultimate shopping destination in Mumbai for youngsters and college goers. A seemingly never ending row of stalls is located on the street aisles and invite people to choose from a variety of products such as clothing, footwear and accessories. Look out for imitation products of popular brands at a cheap bargain! Also check the interesting range of daily use footwear and funky accessories.

Photo Courtesy: Marco Zanferrari

4. Lokhandwala Market
Another popular shopping destination in Mumbai is the Lokhandwala Market. Before you start shopping, get some yummy street food such as pani puri and bhel puri. Continue to the explore the many streets of the market with shops that range from footwear stalls, where you get what you like for as cheap as Rs.100 to higher-end jewellery and apparel shops. Some allow bargaining while the rest are strictly 'fixed-rate' shops. You will need plenty of energy to find the best bargain and some good negotiation skills as well!

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5. Hill Road, Bandra
It is a great place to go shopping in Mumbai during the post-lunch period, where you can avoid the evening crowds and enjoy the products that have not been picked up by another keen pair of eyes! The stretch of shops between St.Peter's church and the M&S store is the best set, selling everything from fancy clothing to trendy accessories. Certain stores have gathered immense popularity and are visited by loyal customers such as La Judi footwear shop and stores such as Guts2 for men. Make sure you get some colourful scarves that are available at rates as cheap as Rs.50!

Shopping Joys of Mumbai

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