Onam, the big festival, makes Ernakulam come alive like no other. To get ready for the festival right, you need to go through the experience of visiting some of the most popular shopping locations in Kochi. This would help you in selecting everything from the famous Pookalam (floral carpet) to Kasavu (traditional attire) and the big Sadya meal. The places in Ernakulam are perfect for both traditional and modern shopping needs, ranging from handloom tissue sarees to brass Nilavilakku oil lamps.

5 Best Shopping Markets in Ernakulam for Onam 2026

Here are five of the best shopping markets in Ernakulam where you can buy sarees, temple jewellery, home decor and gifts for onam 2026.

1. Broadway MetharBazar

  • Best For: Nilavilakku (oil lamps), brass urulis (vessels), handicrafts, and pookalam flowers.

  • Reason to Visit: The Broadway market area, close to the Marine Drive, is the oldest commercial market in Kochi. During Onam, the narrow streets of Broadway market are full of flower sellers who sell marigolds and jasmine and brass and copper utensils used in the preparation of Sadya.

2. MG Road

  • Suitable For: Handloom Kasavu sarees of Kerala, tissue dhotis (Mundu), and gold or temple ornaments.

  • Why Go: MG Road is home to several well-known textile showrooms such as Kasavukada, Seematti, Jayalakshmi, and Clasilks, which sell genuine Balaramapuram and Kuthampully hand-woven Kasavu sarees with gold zari borders. The prominent jewellers sell the traditional Kasu Mala, Palakka Mala, and Manga Mala designs.

3. Jew Town (Mattancherry)

  • Perfect For: Antique wooden furniture, carved wall pieces, brass artefacts, and exquisite spice baskets.

  • Reason for Visit: For those looking for something exclusive as Onam gifts, Jew Town in Fort Kochi/Mattancherry will offer handmade items. You may buy handmade wooden elephant figurines, antique brass items, and luxurious spice baskets packed with the cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper of Kerala.

4. Lulu Mall (Edappally)

  • Good For: Fusion wear designs by designers, temple jewellery sets and gift items from popular brands.

  • Why Go To: Enjoy a cool breeze and one-stop shopping in Lulu Mall in Edappally, where you can find both traditional handloom products and lifestyle brands. It’s the right place to buy Kasavu fusion dresses, Pattu Pavada for children, and gift boxes.

5. Convent Road And Press Club Road

  • Good For: Low-cost Kurtis, fake temple jewellery, glass bracelets, and hairstyles.

  • Reasons To Go: Hidden close to MG Road, these shopping streets are perfect for young students and cost-conscious individuals who wish to purchase imitation temple jewellery sets, old jhumkas, and matching glass bracelets at affordable prices.

Shopping Tips For Onam In Kochi

  • Some popular handloom stores located in MG Road will witness an incredibly hectic day on Uthradam. It is advised that all sarees and dhotis should be purchased well ahead of time, i.e., 4-5 days before Uthradam.

  • One may avoid traffic in the areas surrounding Edappally and MG Road through the Kochi Metro system.

  • The Kerala Kasavu sarees have an official logo called Handloom Mark, which needs to be checked while purchasing one.

Conclusion

Shopping in Ernakulam for Onam allows you to experience the profound cultural legacy of Kerala. Whether you explore Broadway for brass items or the famous shops in MG Road for the exquisite Kasavu sarees, all the local markets will ensure that you are geared up for Onam 2026.

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