Sardar Market
Sardar Market
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7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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SalimM
London, UK1,859 contributions
Dec 2019
Sardar Market, one of the oldest Street markets in the middle of the city, is located near the Clock Tower. It was built by Maharaja Sardar Singh. The entire market is spread amongst narrow lanes and by-lanes with small and big shops on both sides. Quite a colourful and chaotic market, this place is one of the typical examples of a lively local bazaar. The shopkeepers are people who have been in this occupation for generations. The shopkeepers are always ready for a friendly chat, and if you are lucky enough, you might get a better deal. People get attracted to this market area due to the availability of a variety of items at a much reasonable rate.
The market is generally crowded and a paradise for shopaholics. The sheer variety of merchandise on display is mind-boggling. You could pass an entire day and still not be able to see all the shops in the market. The street hawkers here sell low-value items like glass bangles, imitation jewellery, fruits, vegetables, pottery, clothes, and small household items. Magnificent Rajasthani handicrafts are at display in this market. Puppets made from wood, small toys carved out of wood, cloth dolls and various other artworks are easily found in this place.
In case you are tired of walking on the narrow streets there is plenty of refreshment available in the market itself. You could try the traditional Lassi, or quench your thirst with a sugar cane juice. In the mood for some dessert? Then try the famous Rajasthani ice cream or "Kulfi" as the locals say.
The market is generally crowded and a paradise for shopaholics. The sheer variety of merchandise on display is mind-boggling. You could pass an entire day and still not be able to see all the shops in the market. The street hawkers here sell low-value items like glass bangles, imitation jewellery, fruits, vegetables, pottery, clothes, and small household items. Magnificent Rajasthani handicrafts are at display in this market. Puppets made from wood, small toys carved out of wood, cloth dolls and various other artworks are easily found in this place.
In case you are tired of walking on the narrow streets there is plenty of refreshment available in the market itself. You could try the traditional Lassi, or quench your thirst with a sugar cane juice. In the mood for some dessert? Then try the famous Rajasthani ice cream or "Kulfi" as the locals say.
Written March 30, 2020
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MumbaiRiders
Mumbai, India1,557 contributions
Mar 2021
Jodhpur Old City centre is Sardar Market which is named after Maharaja Sardar Singh.The landmark "Ghanta Ghar( Clock Tower) is situated inside Sardar market square and the market has numerous shop's as well as eateries. The "Sardar Market" square has two entrance /exit gates and the side roads leading to the square have a string of shop's selling cheap clothing, shoes and spice products.When visiting "Sardar Market" its mandatory to taste the samosa's of "Shahi Samosa" which seems to have entire locality as its customers followed by "Lassi" and " Gulab Jamun " sweets at landmark " Shri Mishrilal Hotel' established in 1927 and recommended by all travel guide writers.
Written March 24, 2021
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Mabs Y
Edmonton, Canada49 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Locals run a thriving market full of fresh produce
Respectful people. Nothing to fear from crowds. Learnt to interact with narrow lanes motorbikes animals crowds of locals
Skillful merchants who have mastered art of bargaining like rest of India
Enjoy the walkabout
Respectful people. Nothing to fear from crowds. Learnt to interact with narrow lanes motorbikes animals crowds of locals
Skillful merchants who have mastered art of bargaining like rest of India
Enjoy the walkabout
Written March 2, 2020
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Traveller-Bangalore
Bengaluru, India386 contributions
Dec 2021
Sardar market is a very crowded wholesale market, good place for shopping. Market has lots of small shops and most of these shops have lots of stuffs. Need to know bargaining stuff or else they sell at very expansive rates.
Written February 21, 2022
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Puneet.A
New Delhi, India11 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Old market of the times of the Marwar royalty when in power. Nai sark and tripolia market two adjacent shopping complexes to it. Enjoy authentic Pyaz Kachori and Mawa Kachori in the lanes of this old market.
Written January 6, 2023
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RSD78
North Yorkshire, UK328 contributions
Aug 2019
Good to spend some time seeing the daily banter and bartering. Impressive clock tower in the middle (Ghanta Ghar). Easy walk from some of the restaurants (like Indigo) that overlook the fort, so good to do just before or after lunch.
Written January 8, 2020
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China156,845 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
We recently spent a few days in Jodhpur and frequently found ourselves in or near the Sardar Market area. The Sardar Market is easy to find, it is centered by the tall Clock Tower which seemed to be the tallest structure in this area of the city. We enjoyed spending a bit of time in this market, which is configured a bit more like a town-center open market layout, finding lots of shops to pop into, local food and drinks to try and plenty of opportunities to click away at our cameras.
The Sardar Market is a vibrant open market scene where you can find fresh food, traditional Indian clothing, jewelry and other goods, souvenirs, crafts and food. We found a nice bookstore called Krishna Book, just inside the north gate to the market, which had an impressive used book selection, some good quality Rajasthan handicrafts, textiles and souvenirs and henna services.
As for food, we visited the famous Shri Mishrilal Hotel, near the south gate for Makhani lassi drinks. While they weren't our favorites, they are raved about by locals and well worth finding to try. We also tried Omelette shop, just outside the north gate, finding their cheap and quickly made omelette snacks, quite tasty. This one and/or a similar stall called Vicky's Omelette's on the other side of the gate entrance are worth a try when you visit the Sardar Market as well.
Overall, the Sardar Market is far from the finest market you will ever visit but its a nice enough place to find and spend a bit of time when you visit Jodhpur. It can be quite busy during the day when the market is open and vibrant. But it did clear out quite a bit in the evening so it might be worth a stop then as well, even if to only look at the Clock Tower, which changes colors every 5 seconds or so at night.
Hint: The Sardar Market was very busy during the day but it cleared out at night time, the Clock Tower began to turn colors at night as well, making for interesting pictures. In the end, we quite enjoyed spending time around Sardar Market and recommend it to visitors of Jodhpur.
The Sardar Market is a vibrant open market scene where you can find fresh food, traditional Indian clothing, jewelry and other goods, souvenirs, crafts and food. We found a nice bookstore called Krishna Book, just inside the north gate to the market, which had an impressive used book selection, some good quality Rajasthan handicrafts, textiles and souvenirs and henna services.
As for food, we visited the famous Shri Mishrilal Hotel, near the south gate for Makhani lassi drinks. While they weren't our favorites, they are raved about by locals and well worth finding to try. We also tried Omelette shop, just outside the north gate, finding their cheap and quickly made omelette snacks, quite tasty. This one and/or a similar stall called Vicky's Omelette's on the other side of the gate entrance are worth a try when you visit the Sardar Market as well.
Overall, the Sardar Market is far from the finest market you will ever visit but its a nice enough place to find and spend a bit of time when you visit Jodhpur. It can be quite busy during the day when the market is open and vibrant. But it did clear out quite a bit in the evening so it might be worth a stop then as well, even if to only look at the Clock Tower, which changes colors every 5 seconds or so at night.
Hint: The Sardar Market was very busy during the day but it cleared out at night time, the Clock Tower began to turn colors at night as well, making for interesting pictures. In the end, we quite enjoyed spending time around Sardar Market and recommend it to visitors of Jodhpur.
Written January 21, 2013
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John K
Brighton, UK2,490 contributions
Jul 2015 • Couples
We met our tour jeep near the clock tower early in the morning. It was empty and quiet. The contrast when we were dropped off in the afternoon was huge. A typical crowded, busy, noisy market. Lots if stalls and shops with a variety of goods for sale. We did not buy anything but great to walk through avoiding cows and tuk tuks.
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Written July 2, 2015
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Abhinav M
16 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
This is one of the most crowded places in jodhpur . There is always rush here , so plan accordingly, I guess best time suitable mb mid day (not sure as I visited but returned due to overcrowded) on Monday Tuesday, on Sunday there is max crowd here , so avoid this day ....
Written December 5, 2021
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marwarrock
Bengaluru, India43 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
This market is very popular for local people & countryside people of Rajasthan..
You can find in this market almost everything which you need in daily life..
It’s good to see and buy for tourist as well, they can find local spices, local Handicrafts item, local traditional textile etc etc.. Evan it’s just nice to look too see Rajasthani people 😊
This market also called Ghanta Ghar
Must visit market.. & just neighbours of Sardar market is Nai Sadak where you can find many restaurants, Handicrafts shop, spices shop, bank, bar, saree, jutee shoes, etc etc..& you can park your car at Nai Sadak Area as well...
You can find in this market almost everything which you need in daily life..
It’s good to see and buy for tourist as well, they can find local spices, local Handicrafts item, local traditional textile etc etc.. Evan it’s just nice to look too see Rajasthani people 😊
This market also called Ghanta Ghar
Must visit market.. & just neighbours of Sardar market is Nai Sadak where you can find many restaurants, Handicrafts shop, spices shop, bank, bar, saree, jutee shoes, etc etc..& you can park your car at Nai Sadak Area as well...
Written September 1, 2019
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Sardar Market (Jodhpur) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Sardar Market is open:
- Sun - Sat 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- We recommend booking Sardar Market tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 25 Sardar Market tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Sardar Market:
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (From $65.00)
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jodhpur (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (From $12.46)
- Vibrant Markets of Jodhpur (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (From $12.96)
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Tour (From $42.37)
- Best of Jodhpur (Guided Full Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car) (From $74.77)
- Hotels near Sardar Market:
- (0.01 mi) Saffron Guest House
- (0.02 mi) Clock Tower Haveli
- (0.07 mi) Haveli Inn Pal
- (0.09 mi) Pal Haveli
- (0.15 mi) The Arch Boutique Home stay
- Restaurants near Sardar Market:
- (0.03 mi) Cafe Royale ClockTower
- (0.08 mi) Dylan Cafe Restaurant
- (0.05 mi) Shri Mishrilal Hotel
- (0.08 mi) Cafe Sheesh Mahal
- (0.07 mi) Omelette Shop
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