Nagarvadhu (also Nagaravadhu or Nagar Vadhu; Devanagari: नगरवधू; lit. 'bride of the city') was a tradition followed in some parts of ancient India.

Women competed to win the title of a nagarvadhu, and there was no taboo against the practice. The most beautiful woman, and most talented in various dance forms, was chosen as the Nagarvadhu.

A nagarvadhu was a royal courtesan; people could watch her dance and sing. A Nagarvadhu's price for a single night's dance was very high, and was only accessible to the wealthy, such as emperors, kings, princes and lords.