By Rohini Gulipilli
● 08 Jul 18
Asia
Shopping
Wrapped in thick layers of majestic mountains and chilly highlands, Bandung is a quaint city of Indonesia. From mythical misty volcanoes, pleasant climate, to acres of luscious tea plantations, Bandung is booming metropolis with unconventional adventures. Besides its glorious nature and fantastic culinary scene, this South East Asian city takes pride of its shopping scene which will leave your shopping bags with happy hearts but not necessarily an empty wallet. Whether you’re a shopaholic or not, Bandung’s numerous shopping options will attract you into shopping spree. Here we’ve curated a list of best street markets in Bandung that offer you authentic shopping experience.
Cibaduyut is a popular neighborhood in Bandung renowned for shoes. The street is filled with a number of shops selling all kinds of shoes with a combo of high quality and bargain prices that no one would want to miss. Impeccable craftsmanship is the main reason why the Cibaduyut Street has become popular. Most of the products are handmade with careful detail, and the shoemakers customize creating something special for you.
Address: Bojongloa Kidul, Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia
As one of the most-visited markets in the town, Cihampelas Street is lined up by numerous shops and outlets. Are you on budget? Then this is the place to go. Find anything from jeans to t-shirts, jerseys to accessories. Head to Cihampelas Walk Mall located in the same area for familiar clothes.
Address: Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat, Indonesia
Gang Tamim has its own fashion address and is famous stop to shop denim. You can find all kinds of jeans in different colors, variants, and creations. Still you can’t find your desired clothing? Don’t worry; they’ll get it for you. Just talk to the shopkeepers to get the custom-made jeans perfect for you. Beyond jeans, some shops sell shirts to go with your brand new jeans.
Address: Dago, Coblong, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40135, Indonesia
As one of the liveliest areas of Bandung, Simpang Dago is filled with city’s most popular hotels, restaurants, outlets, and shops. The Simpang Dago is always busy at any time of the day with people buying groceries, youths in search of street food. During night the street of Dago turns into a culinary designation.
Address: Simpang Dago Market Unit, Jalan Ir. H.Djuanda, Lebak Gede, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
Located in front of the iconic Gedung Sate, Gasibu Sunday Market pops up on every Sunday. The whole street from the city park to the famous battle monument is flooded with sellers and shoppers. Don’t fret to bargain here. You can buy all kinds of products from clothing, toys, books, to electronics. Besides shopping, Gasibu Sunday Market is great spot for breakfast if you’re street food lover.
Address: Pasar Minggu Gasibu, Lebak Gede, Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia
This is a modern street market opens day and night, piquing tourists having different tastes for food. Sudirman Street Day & Night Market is the right place to go if you’re in search of Bandung’s culinary hype in modern and well-managed setting. This place is also famed as one of few culinary destinations to come across pork meals.
Keep it halal! Sudirman Street Day & Night Market has also place for halal-friendly meals.
Address: Jl. Jend. Sudirman No.107, Karanganyar, Astanaanyar, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40212, Indonesia
Established in 1957, Jatayu Flea Market is popular for good quality and affordable products. With little skills in bargaining and selection, you can get good quality goods at dirt cheap prices. About 70 percent of traders sell engineering tools. Most of the products in sale are secondhand and still worth purchasing.
Address: Jalan Jatayu, Husen Sastranegara, Bandung City, West Java, Indonesia
Is Indonesia on your cards? Then get ready to showcase your bargaining skills at these spots in Bandung.
Rohini Gulipilli
For there's no greater love than the love for wandering – Rohini swears by this and follow this by heart. Her articles portrays the way she is – clear and confident.
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