Shimla Trip Overview
Shimla, also known as the Queen of Hills, offers great scenic beauty and also some great bargains at its many local bazaars. On this half-day tour, explore the colorful bazaars of Shimla and pick up souvenirs and local wares. Your guide will tell you about the best places to buy from and also help you in negotiating a good price.
Highlights
● Lakkar Bazaar
● The Mall
● The Government Emporium
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Shimla, India
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Bus & Minivan Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
Shimla, also known as the Queen of Hills, offers great scenic beauty and also some great bargains at its many local bazaars. On this half-day tour, explore the colorful bazaars of Shimla and pick up souvenirs and local wares. Your guide will tell you about the best places to buy from and also help you in negotiating a good price.
Highlights
● Lakkar Bazaar
● The Mall
● The Government Emporium
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lakkar Bazaar Road, Shimla 171001 India
You will be picked up from fixed point / hotel leave for sightseeing.
Located on a narrow road adjoining the Ridge, the bazaar is popular for wooden decorative items and souvenirs. Most of the articles for sale are made by a community of Sikh carpenters who migrated to Shimla over a century ago. The market is famous for the wooden walking sticks on offer.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Mall, Shimla 171001 India
This is the main shopping street of Shimla. Built by the British, the Mall is always
buzzing with activity in the numerous shops, cafes, theaters and restaurants. Go to
the Government run Himachal Emporium where you can pick up local handicrafts at
pocket-friendly prices.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: lower Bazar, 453F+J22, Lower Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
Located just below the Ridge is the Lower Bazaar. Walk through its narrow chaotic
streets lined with old buildings. The bazaar is located on several streets leading into
one another. You can find almost everything here – from souvenirs to vegetables
and fruits. You can also see some quaint old bookshops selling new as well as old
books.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Tibetan Refugee Market, Rivoli Rd, The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
End your tour with a visit to the Tibetan Market. This makeshift market is on Shimla’s
slopes and is the perfect destination for those who love a good bargain. The Tibetans here sell woollen clothes, rugs, carpets, shoes and jewellery items.
Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
