Shopping in Uzbekistan: Bazaars & Souvenirs

Uzbekistan is a shopping paradise for hand-made textiles, ceramics, silk and spices — all still made in family workshops.

Best bazaars

Chorsu Bazaar (Tashkent) — the classic domed market
Siyob Bazaar (Samarkand) — fruit, nuts, non bread
Trading domes of Bukhara — silk, jewelry, carpets
Urgut Bazaar — Sunday-only, famous for suzani embroidery

What to buy

Suzani embroidery, silk ikat scarves, Rishtan ceramics, hand-knotted carpets, saffron, dried apricots, and Bukhara silver jewelry.

Bargaining

Bargaining is expected at bazaars — start at 50–60% of the asking price. Fixed-price shops in Registan gift stores don't bargain.