Let’s be honest everyone wants to do some cheap shopping in Riyadh. I don’t want to see my wallet crying after going shopping because we have to survive the whole month.
The city is packed with luxury shopping malls and gift shops
BUT
There are some great budget markets where you can get everything from trendy clothes and perfumes to home essentials and vintage treasures
WITHOUT SPENDING A FORTUNE.
That’s not it though.
You can find affordable abayas, gold jewelry at reasonable prices, or electronics that won’t drain your bank account.
Before you visit these places, I would recommend practicing your negotiation skills because bargaining is the norm in these places.
I have visited many places and after much thought shortlisted five of my favorite places where you can find incredible deals on just about anything:
So?
Let’s explore these budget-friendly places.
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1. Kuwaiti Market
If you want to find something good at an unbelievably low price, then Kuwaiti Market is your kind of place.
The place is colorful and looks no less than a shopping mall at night time.
The best part?
You won’t drain your hard-earned money when shopping here.
What’s Waiting for You?
The items in this market will leave you confused for quite a while. Let me tell you about the most popular ones:
- Abaya’s: If you need a new abaya or maybe five of them then this is the place to get them. This budget-friendly place has abayas in all designs. You can get a simple and everyday wear abaya or maybe something fancy to impress people (on a budget).
- Gold & Diamonds (That Won’t Cost a Kidney): If you ever wanted to own a few pieces of gold then this place has some great options with prices. The jewelry stores here offer great prices, and if you’ve got solid bargaining skills, you’ll walk out feeling like a winner.
- Makeup & Perfumes (Even the Rare Ones!): Well the variety is good but be careful of the replicas. You can find some good branded perfumes and makeup at a price that will make you want to stock up for an entire year.
Pro Tip For Shopping:
I have been to this place many times and one thing I would highly suggest is that Never accept the first price. Vendors here expect you to bargain.
2. Batha Market
This is probably one of the oldest and most busy markets in Riyadh.
The place has almost everything that you can think of like:
- groceries
- clothes
- electronics
- home essentials
Not only will you find these products but you will get them at a cheap price compared to other places in Riyadh.
What Will You Get Here?
- Everyday Essentials: If you have just moved to Riyadh and want to find some good quality home equipment at low prices then make sure to visit Bathaa. You will get kitchen tools, home décor, blankets, and even electronics.
- Jewelry & Accessories: You will get to see small jewelry shops selling both traditional and gold-plated jewelry items at decent prices.
- Perfumes, Makeup & Skincare: Many stores here sell Middle Eastern perfumes, makeup, and skincare items at lower prices than in malls.
If you want a place with tons of options then don’t miss out on Batha Market.
3. Five Riyal Market – Everything for Just 5 Riyals!
Shopping on a budget can’t ever get better than this.
This place is exactly what it sounds like.
EVERYTHING FOR 5 RIYALS!
If you want to get some good deals and leave without even feeling like you went shopping then this place is for you.
What Can You Buy Here?
You can find anything that you think of in this place. Some of the most common items that you will find in this place are:
- Household Items: You can get new plates, storage boxes, and even some kitchen tools. You will find all those for a fraction of what it costs elsewhere.
- Stationery & Office Supplies: Pens, notebooks, art supplies, and any other thing for your little ones or your office desk.
- Cosmetics & Perfumes: Obviously you won’t find brands here but the product quality is surprisingly good here.
- Car Accessories: Car air fresheners, phone holders, and cleaning tools at a price you won’t believe.
Pro Tip:
This market is all about budget shopping, so don’t expect high-end brands. But if you love finding everyday items for cheap, it’s a great place to explore.
4. Dirah Market
I would say this is the place where you will learn how to bargain with people. This market has narrow streets packed with tiny shops, each offering something different.
You will find household items like clothes and carpets to high end gift products like gold and souvenirs. This is probably one of the oldest traditional markets in Riyadh and is ideal if you want to take long walks and compare prices.
Items In This Market:
You will get tired walking around this cheap market in Riyadh but the variety of products will never end. Some of the things that you will find in this market are:
- Carpets & Home Décor
- Gold & Silver Jewelry
- Souvenirs & Antiques
- Clothing & Traditional Wear
- Furniture & Props
Sellers here will expect you to negotiate so make sure you leave that shy kid at home and be ready to talk.
5. Taibah Market – The Ultimate Budget Shopping Destination
The last but in no way the least is Taibah Market or Taibah Mall. This place was established back in the 1970’s and remains busy from the morning till midnight.
The place is also sometimes called “Ladies Market” thanks to its variety of women’s products and shops around.
The place is huge and houses almost 480 shops around the area.
THAT’S VARIETY AND GOOD PRICES HERE!
Taibah is famous for its endless rows of abayas, perfumes, and traditional accessories.
What You Will See Here?
Well, going through the whole market at once isn’t easy. Some popular things in this market are:
- Budget-Friendly Fashion
- Gold & Jewelry
- Perfume & Oud
- Food & Spices
- Abayas
