What to buy in Dehradun
Bakery goods
Rusks, cookies and cakes from the city's old bakeries.
Basmati rice
Packets of local basmati from grain shops in the bazaars.
Tibetan handicrafts
Prayer flags, singing bowls and jewellery near Clement Town and in the markets.
Woollens and jackets
Shawls, sweaters and winter wear in Paltan Bazaar and the Tibetan stalls.
Books
Dehradun's bookshops are known for writing about the hills and the region.
Local produce
Honey, pickles, litchis in season and hill pulses from local shops.
Markets in Dehradun
Paltan Bazaar
From the Clock TowerThe city's oldest and busiest market for clothes, woollens, dry fruits, utensils and street food.
Rajpur Road
City centre to JakhanBranded stores, malls, bookshops and cafes along the main road towards Mussoorie.
Tibetan stalls
City centre and Clement TownWoollens, jackets and Tibetan handicrafts, especially in winter.
Shopping tips
- Paltan Bazaar is a walking street; park outside and walk in.
- Bargain in street stalls; fixed-price shops won't.
- Many shops in Paltan Bazaar close on one weekday; ask locally.
- Evenings are the liveliest time to shop.
Shopping in Dehradun: FAQs
Which is the most famous market in Dehradun?
Paltan Bazaar, which starts at the Clock Tower, is the city's oldest and busiest market.
What should I buy in Dehradun?
Bakery rusks and cookies, basmati rice, Tibetan handicrafts, woollens and local honey and pickles.
