From Handicrafts To Chocolates - These Are The 6 Best Places To Shop In Ooty

A perfect vacay is incomplete without some retail therapy, isn’t it?! From handicrafts to spices, chocolates and even gourmet cheese - here's a list of all the famous shopping spots in Ooty. Splurge away! 

1. Tibetan Market

Looking for woollens at affordable prices while enjoying the chilly weather of Ooty? Fret no     more because the Tibetan Market is just the go-to-place. With a variety of woollens at prices ranging from Rs 180 to Rs 250, run by the womenfolk of the Tibetan community, this place has it all!

Location | Opposite Botanical Garden

2. Main Bazaar

One of the prime markets of Ooty, Main Bazaar is the a popular stop for buying items like homemade chocolates, spices and gourmet cheese from Shivani Stores. Located in the centre of the town, Main Bazaar is famous for its aesthetic paintings and handicrafts that are made by local artisans. 

Location | Upper Bazaar Road

3. Lower Bazaar Road

As the name suggests, the entire road is a shopping destination for all shopaholics where you can find a plethora of options. Crockery items can be bought at a good bargain and tea lovers can rejoice, for they have an array of flavours to choose from.

Location | Near Ooty Lake And Boat House

4. Commercial Road

Commercial Road is the mercantile destination of Ooty famous for Kashmiri goods and woollens. The local stalls sell Toda jewellery and shawls at cheap prices. The Handicrafts Development Corporation of Kerala, Kairali and Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan are the must visit shops of Commercial Street for exquisite handicraft items and organic products. 

Location | Near Charring Cross Road

5. Charring Cross Road

Located at the intersection of the Commercial Road, Charring Cross Road is the hub of street shopping in Ooty famous for tea, woollens and aromatic oils. The supermarkets here take pride in serving some rare eatables and assorted homemade chocolates. The street lights up during Christmas for the Santa procession, making it a famous Christmas vacay destination. 

Location | National Highway 67

6. Lake Road

One of the most crowded and popular tourist destinations, Lake Road is home to an assortment of souvenirs here, including Toda jewellery, Toda shawls and antique items from shops surrounding the Ooty Lake. The locals here are often seen buying spices and plants.

Location | Near Ooty Lake

These shopping destinations won’t burn a hole in your pocket plus you’ll get everything you're looking for at just one place. Happy shopping!