From ancient time itself the city of Surat is remained as one of the major shopping centers in India. The city is the favourite shopping destination of Gujarat and a major trading center of Western India.

The city is known for the textiles and diamonds. A major part of worlds diamonds are cut and polished from here. It has a vast textile market with fine silks and exquisite brocades. The silk sarees from Surat are famous in nation wide and it has a huge saree market. Besides the pure silk sarees, one can also find sarees adorned with works of Kinari and salma.

Shopping of traditional handlooms and handicrafts works will make a fantastic experience for the tourist. Surat is also famous for gold thread embroidery, brocades, gold and silver. It is of one of the most important zari-manufacturing centre in India. Woodwork is another specialty of the city. It is also famous for the dazzling and beautifully designed jewelery works.

The tourist can purchase variety of things from this highly commercialised and industrialised city. The city has a number of shopping malls and centers. One could also do shopping in the shops maintained by the Gujarat state government. Every year an Annual Expo of Surat textile is held in the city that showcases the entire range of textiles including dress materials, saris and fibers manufactured here.