If you visit Ahmednagar and want to enjoy discount or street‑style shopping — mixing malls + local markets — here are 10 good places (in no particular order). I include details like what you can buy, what to expect, and some practical tips so a new visitor doesn’t have to look elsewhere.
1. Kohinoor Mall
Kohinoor Mall Address: Premdan Chowk, opposite Big Bazaar, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414003, India Phone: +919356724978
- Why go: It is one of the first full‑fledged malls in Ahmednagar. Offers branded and modern shopping with comforts like air‑conditioning, good parking, and a food court.
- What you get: Electronics store (like Croma), branded clothing & accessories, food & snacks, entertainment (cinema/theatre) — good for when you want a “mall‑style” shopping day.
- Tip: Great for evenings or rainy days; you don’t need to bargain; good for families and comfortable shopping.
2. Bhingar Bazar (Local Market)
Bhingar Bazar Address: 3QW9+84P, MG Rd, Bhingar, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414002, India
- What & Why: One of the local bazaars listed among common market‑areas in Ahmednagar. Good for general shopping — clothes, footwear, daily‑use items, local goods.
- Expectations: Basic, no frills — simple shops, mixed items, possible to get a bargain if you negotiate.
- Tip: Explore for inexpensive finds; treat it like traditional Indian market shopping: keen bargaining helps.
3. Bail Bazar (Local Market)
Bail Bazar Address: GHVM+FGC, MH SH 10, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra 414701, India
- What: Another of Ahmednagar’s older/regular markets — suitable for general shopping needs: garments, household items, local goods.
- Why visit: Lower prices compared to large malls; good for simple, budget‑conscious shopping.
- Tip: Best if you are comfortable with local‑market hustle: small shops, mixed quality, and bargaining essential.
4. Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Market Yard (Traditional Market Yard)
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Market Address: Shivaji Market, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
- What you get: A typical “market yard” — earlier meant for agricultural/wholesale goods, but often extends to general merchandise and local retail.
- Why useful: For locals or visitors looking for bulk purchases, household items or daily‑use goods at reasonable price.
- Tip: Ask around — you may find deals on non‑branded goods, utensils, fabric, or bulk buys. Good for budget travellers.
5. Eagle Pride (Commercial Complex / Shopping Centre)
EAGLE PRIDE Address: Ground 92, Burudgaon Rd, Burudgaon, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414001, India Phone: +918600035385
- What & Why: Known as a multipurpose commercial complex — retail outlets, cafes, maybe local services and shops — good alternative to large malls.
- Shopping type: Likely mid‑range — a mix of affordable & slightly premium options; useful if you want variety in one place.
- Tip: Visit if you prefer organised shops over street markets but at lower cost than top malls.
6. Suvidha Market (Local Shopping Centre)
Suvidha market Address: 5P32+9XP, MIDC, Nagapur, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414111, India Phone: +917720092093
- What: Listed among regular shopping centres in the city — likely hosting small retail shops, everyday items, clothing, accessories.
- Why go: Good for medium‑budget shopping when you don’t need brand‑name stores; convenient if you are staying in a nearby local area.
- Tip: Ideal for daily items, local clothing, small purchases; not for premium or branded shopping.
7. Jaybhay Complex (Local Shopping Complex)
Jaybhay Complex Address: HH2M+4HM, Ahilyanagar – Daund Rd, Kashti, Maharashtra 414701, India Phone: +919975758787
- What: One of the small-to-medium shopping complexes in the city offering shops for clothes, general retail goods — part of the city’s local shopping network.
- When useful: Good for quick local shopping — especially if you want modest pricing and avoid the crowds of big bazaars or malls.
- Tip: Explore for everyday needs, low-cost apparel; less chance of bargains than street markets, but more organised.
8. Sharp Imaging (JioMart Digital Partner) (Electronics / Digital Retail Shop)
Sharp Imaging Address: 7, Vedant Icon, Ground floor, Datta Mandir Road, Chowk, near Asian Nobel Hospital, Premdan Hudco, Savedi, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414003, India Phone: +919890795728
- What: Local electronics / digital‑retail shop — sells laptops, gadgets, digital goods rather than clothing or groceries.
- Why visit: If you need electronics — maybe at local‑market pricing rather than big‑city margins — possibly better deals than national retail chains (though check warranty & authenticity).
- Tip: Compare with brand stores in malls; good for small‑town bargains or quick buys.
9. H U Gugle Cloth Merchant (Local Garment Shop/Cloth Merchant)
H U Gugle Cloth Merchant Address: Kharda Rd, Sayed Nagar, Jamkhed, Maharashtra 413201, India Phone: +912421221053
- What: Another local retailer listed among readymade garment and cloth merchants — good for budget clothing and fabric needs.
- What to buy: Everyday wear, perhaps fabric, simpler garments, budget clothing — ideal for practical purchases rather than luxury.
- Tip: Good for travelers or budget‑conscious buyers who need clothes quickly; always check quality before purchase.
10. Trimurti Collection (Readymade‑Garment Retailer / Shop)
Trimurti collection Address: 3QVH+H56, Trimurti collection, Vijay Nagar, wadar, Patel Wadi Rd, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra 414002, India
- What: Among noted local ready‑made garment shops/retailers — suitable if you want to buy clothes without going for big‑brand prices.
- What to expect: Budget to mid‑range clothes — likely local designs, basic ready‑made clothes, possibly women’s wear, men’s wear.
- Tip: Good for affordable clothing; check quality and bargain a bit if possible.
Practical Notes & Tips for Tourists / First‑time Visitors
- No major “tax‑free” concept: From what sources suggest, Ahmednagar does not visibly promote “tax‑free shopping” like some big tourist cities. So treat “discount/cheap shopping” as street / local‑market / non‑branded bargains rather than duty‑free shopping.
- Street & local markets dominate: As noted, the city’s shopping culture leans heavily on local markets, bazaars, small shops — so bargaining and checking quality are part of the experience.
- Malls for comfort, markets for deals: If you want comfortable shopping, AC, fixed prices, branded items — go to malls like Kohinoor Mall or complexes like Eagle Pride. If you want bargains or daily‑use items at low cost — explore Kapad Bazar, Bail Bazar, or the many small garment shops.
- Checking availability & authenticity: In local shops, especially electronics or garments, check items carefully; brands and warranties may vary.
- Best times to visit: Early morning or late morning for markets (less crowd, better selection), evening for malls; avoid rush hours in busy bazaar lanes.