Best Markets in Delhi for an Amazing Shopping Experience

Sarojini Market is synonymous with shopping markets in Delhi. It is popular around India for affordable designer and branded clothes, accessories, and other trinkets. The goods sold are mostly the rejected items from customs during export. New stocks are bought every Tuesday, so try to visit then. Make sure to bargain.

Location: South Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Sarojini Nagar Metro Station
What to Buy: Clothes, accessories, shoes, handicrafts, cosmetics, household and kitchen items, hookah pipes, books and music
Closed on: Monday

Janpath is another very popular market in Delhi known for cheap clothes, accessories, shoes and other items. Gujarati and Tibetan Market are the two streets that combine to form the main Janpath market. You will get ethnic apparel, paintings and artworks, leather goods, embroidered handbags and jholas, Pashmina shawls, carpets, junk jewelry, Tibetan masks, Kolhapuri chappals, brass trinkets and winter clothing at affordable cost.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Clothes, Silver Jewellery, Paintings, Wooden Handicrafts etc. 
Closed on: Sunday

Undoubtedly the most famous and oldest shopping market in Delhi since the Mughal era, Chandni Chowk is separated into various sections (Moti Bazaar, Chor Bazaar, Paranthe Wali Gali, Moti Bazaar etc), each of which has become renowned marketplaces. Open from 10 AM till 8 PM except Sunday, here you will get silver jewelry and accessories, books, electronics, stationary, lehenga, embroidered bags, cotton and silk textile, dry fruits, spices and more.

Location: Central Metro Station
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro
What to Buy: Ethnic Wear, Jewellery, Books, Artefacts etc
Closed on: Sunday

Visit between 11 AM and 10 PM any day of the week to check out Dilli Haat stalls with thatched roofs, giving a village market vibe. The cultural activities, folk dance and song performances are additional attractions. Among the handicrafts, you would love the Madhubani paintings, embroidered textiles, imitation and beaded jewellery, Phulkari works, tote bags made of camel hide, bamboo décor items, sandalwood and rosewood carving, metal crafts and terracotta models. A must visit place if you plan to shop in Delhi.

Location: South Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: INA Metro Station
What to Buy: Cotton Clothes, silver Jewellery, Handicrafts, Leather Products etc. 
Closed on: Open All Days

Visit Paharganj Market any day except Monday between 11 AM and 9 PM to enjoy the wholesale shopping of handicrafts, textiles, bohemian clothing, wooden statues, hookah pipes, handmade junk jewelry, earrings, necklaces, bangles, CDs, dream-catchers and more. There are a few book stores and incense shops to apart from bakeries. The mirror-work dupattas, cushion covers and wall hangings are available at low prices.

Location: Central Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: New Delhi Metro Station
What to Buy: Leather Products, Western Wear, Jewellery etc. 
Closed On: Monday

From affordable readymade garments at Ajmal Khan Road to traditional jewelry at Silver Street (Bank Street), Karol Bagh is Delhi’s famous and among the oldest markets for bridal shopping. Except Monday, Karol Bagh is open daily from 10 AM till 8 PM. Gaffar Market for imported goods and Arya Samaj Road for used books are some of the most popular sections of the market.

Location: Central Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Karol Bagh Delhi Metro Station
What to Buy: Electronic Appliances, Home Accessories, Jewellery etc.
Closed on: Monday

Apart from Sunday, this underground air-conditioned market in Delhi is open from 10 AM till 7 PM and offers everything from clothing to accessories, electronics to perfumes and footwear to handicrafts. Make sure to bargain and verify the authenticity of the items to get the best deal. Besides, there is ample opportunity to get video games and gaming consoles like Xbox and Playstation at affordable prices.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chow Metro Station
What to Buy: Clothes, Electronic Gadgets, Artefacts etc. 
Closed on: Sunday

Open daily except Mondays, Lajpat Market or Central Market offers delectable food, affordable textiles, leather goods and replica of designer clothing and electronic gadgets which retailers often purchase in bulk. Visit anytime between 11 AM and 9 PM and get embroidered and sequined traditional attires at excellent discounts. Another attraction lies in the mehendi stalls and food stalls selling momos, Chinese chaat and sandwiches.

Location: South Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Lajpat Nagar Delhi Metro Station
What to Buy: Artificial Jewellery 
Closed On: Mondays

One of the top-end street markets in Delhi, the two sections of Greater Kailash (M-Block and N-Block) offer trendy and designer bags, clutches, blouse, kurta, palazzos, tops, lehengas and salwar suits at great discount. It is open from 10 AM to 9 PM throughout the week except for Tuesdays. Check out the stores dedicated to lifestyle goods, cosmetics, footwear, jewellery etc and then visit any roadside food stalls, restaurants, nightclubs and pubs.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Greatest Kailash Metro Station
What to Buy: Jewellery Products, Cosmetics, Clothes etc. 
Closed on: Tuesday

Khan Market is one of the oldest and the costliest markets in India. In the market lies a haven for both locals and expatriates. Established in 1951, the market has successfully held the essence of its original structure even in times of rapid modernization. The U-shaped double story complexes tend to favour mostly the elite class. No matter what the clock strikes, if you need to hang out late at night, Khan Market is the place for you. It remains open till 12:00 AM.

Location: Rabindra Nagar, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Khan Market Delhi Metro Station
What to Buy: Books, Branded Clothes, Cosmetics etc.
Closed On: Sundays

Chawri Bazaar is one of the most visited wholesale markets in Delhi dealing in general utility products like paper, copperware and brassware. It is frequented by idol-makers due to availability of brass and copper, while there is a reputation of selling the most number of paper products, especially wedding cards during the wedding season.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Chawri Bazar metro station
What to Buy: Copper, Brass, and Paper Products
Closed on: Sunday

Quite frequented by the students, mostly women, of the North Campus of the Delhi University, Kamla Nagar Market remains open from 10 AM till 10 at night from Tuesday to Sunday. Kurtis and stylish top available at as low as 150 INR price makes the market popular and you will also get hair accessories, sunglasses, ornaments and silver jewellery at affordable cost. 

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Pulbangash Metro Station
What to Buy: Bags, Accessories, Clothes etc. 
Closed On: Mondays

Daryaganj Book Market is the most popular book market in Delhi. From new to old and used books sprawled across the pavements and roadside stalls, the Daryaganj Book Market is a treat for bibliophiles. It is best to turn up as early as 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Sundays and make sure to haggle for more discounts. Mukta Books Agency and Big Book Bazaar are some of the stores offering books at kilogram rate and you can also get some first edition books here.

Location: Asaf Ali Road, New Delhi
What to Buy: Books
Closed On: All Days Except Sunday

Open from Monday through Saturday from 8 AM until 10 PM, Sadar Bazaar is among the largest wholesale markets in Delhi located on western Khari Baoli. Dedicated mostly to household goods, Sadar Bazaar is stocked up with locally made jewellery, toys, China products, branded and replica shoes and outfits as over a hundred local Indian food, candies and sweet treats.

Location: North Delhi 
Nearest Metro Station: Noida City Center Metro
What to Buy: Gift Items, Toys, Artificial Jewellery etc. 
Closed On: Sundays

Gurgaon’s Banjara Market is open throughout the week from 10 AM till 8 PM. It is laden with make-shift small furniture stalls where bargaining is the key to getting discounts on the repaired, restored or spruced up furniture. Carved wooden frames, kitchenware and ceramic pots with intricate artwork are also offered along with engraved boxes, counter tables, bookshelves, vases, spoons, mugs, bowls and planters.

Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Nearest Metro Station: Sector 54 chowk Rapid Metro
What to Buy: Home Decors, Copper, Brass Vessels etc. 
Closed On: Open All days

One of the oldest settlements in Connaught Place region, the Shankar Market is filled with lines of textile and fabric manufacturers, vendors, retailers and wholesalers selling locally made clothes. Here you can get a designer saree, salwar suit, dupatta, lehenga or a stylish suit that is tailor-made and customized. Besides that, footwear, buttons, laces and crafted borders are also sold. You must check out the sweetmeat shops for the delectable jalebis.

Location: Central Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Ethic Wear Fabric, Handlooms, Cotton Wear etc. 
Closed On: Mondays

Narrow lanes with stores selling decorative laces, borders, latkans, items with stonework, threadwork, embellished fabric, artificial garlands, sequin work, silver and gold work make the Kinari Bazaar famous among craft-enthusiasts and wedding planners. Some unique items are fancy varmalas, jewelry box, buttons, horn, vibrant birdcages, lights, mini Ferris Wheels and dry fruit assortments. Visit from 12 noon till 4 PM from Monday through Saturday.

Location: New Delhi
What to Buy: Decorative Items, Floral Jewellery, Dress Materials etc.  
Closed On: Sundays

Translated into ‘Thieves Market’, this famous flea market in Delhi remains open every Sunday from 6 AM to 6 PM and is overflowing with used, surplus, damaged and often stolen goods including sports accessories, clothes, shoes, electronics, watches, woven rugs, old books and gardening tools. Look out for vintage items like analogue cameras, vintage clocks and other household accessories.

Location: Raj Ghat, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro station
What to Buy: Old Wares, Handicrafts, Books etc. 
Closed On: All Days Except Sunday

Open from Monday till Saturday, the quaint Sundar Nagar market in the sophisticated neighborhood is famous among socialites for its antique shops and art houses. The silver jewelry, carpets, textiles, art pieces and antique pieces are noteworthy. Also check in to Mittal Tea House or Asia Tea House for sampling and buying authentic tea.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Vasant Vihar Metro Station, Shankar Vihar Metro Station, Munrika Metro Station, and R.K.Puram Metro Station
What to Buy: Old Wares, Handicrafts, Books etc.
Closed On: All Days Except Sunday

Although the Phool Mandi remains open from 4 AM till 9 PM every day, it is best to visit during the autumn-winter i.e. September through February and as early in the morning as possible to get the freshest flowers. The most famous flower market in Delhi, it offers all types of flowers to not only local vendors, event planners, designer florists and individuals for functions, but also exports abroad.

Location: Ghaziabad, Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Anand Vihar ISBT Metro Station
What to Buy: Wide Variety of Flowers
Closed On: Open All days

Meena Bazaar is the historic and one of the oldest markets in Delhi, located inside the Lahore Gate entrance of the Red Fort. It is open throughout the week except for Monday and is known for exquisite handicrafts and jewellery pieces featuring the meenakari work. Mughal art is depicted through the exposed and restored artwork on shopfronts and the ceiling.

Location: Chandani Chowk, New Delhi
What to Buy: Cotton, Silk Wear, Artificial Jewellery, Handicrafts etc. 
Closed On: Mondays

For antique and contemporary furniture, take a walk along the aisles of the Panchkuian Marg that has classy home décor items and wooden furniture of all shapes and kinds. At an affordable cost, you will get jute swings, rocking chairs, carved garden table set, lamps, vibrant side tables and vintage dividers. Satnam Furniture House, Manya Handicrafts, National Furniture House etc are some of the stores on the street.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Furniture
Closed on: Sunday

Located in western Delhi, this labyrinthine market opens at 10 in the morning and closes at 7:30 in the evening. The shops are set up in an unplanned laid-back manner and speak on behalf of the Delhite culture through the food stalls and stores selling lifestyle goods. The market is closed on Wednesdays. Make sure to explore all the lanes to find daily-use homeware, utensils, jewelry, fabrics, decorative borders, dupattas and more.

Location: Paschim Vihar, Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Paschim Vihar West Metro station
What to Buy: Ethnic Dresses, Kitchen Accessories, Electronic Equipments etc. 
Closed on: Wednesday

Gaffar Market in Karol Bagh is known for cheap and second-hand mobile phones, computers, laptops, tablets, televisions, fridge, air conditioners, cameras, speakers, pen drives and accessories like headset, phone cover etc. It remains open from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM every day, except on Mondays. Also enjoy kulfi, papdi chaat, aloo chaat and golgappa from the street vendors.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Karol Bagh Metro Station
What to Buy: Mobiles, Electronic Gadgets, 
Closed On: Mondays

The Matka Market is a potter's market in Delhi, open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM. During Diwali, you will find it bustling till 3 in the morning. The potters live on the market street, work on the spot and even customize the designs according to your request. The essence of pottery from Bankura, Manipur, Lucknow, Jaipur reflects from the terracotta horses, lanterns, vases, diyas, wind-chimes, planters, idols, black Manipuri matkas, blue Jaipuri pots and Kagzi.

Location: South Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: INA Metro Station
What to Buy: idols of God and Goddess, Clay Items, Lanterns etc.
Closed On: Open All days

Being the largest spice market in all Asia, Khari Baoli market road specializes in eye-watering chilli, cloves, cardamoms, cinnamon and many other spices along with herbs, nuts and wholesale grocery items like rice and tea. Running since the 17th century, this traditional market is full of colours, smells and tastes.

Location: Old Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Dry Fruits, Sweet and Salty Souvenirs. 
Closed On: Sunday

Comprising of inner circle (A-block to F-block) and outer circle (G-block to P-block) with popular brand outlets namely Allen Solly, Park Avenue, Lee, Lacoste and Pepe, Connaught Place dates back to the British era and is considered as the heart of Delhi. Open daily till late night, this market has stores, showrooms, restaurants, multiplexes and cafés. You will get jewelry, apparel, handicrafts, electronics, perfume, posters, phone covers and many more.

Location: New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Paintings, Handicrafts, Funky Jewellery etc. 
Closed On: Sundays

The Nehru Place is the biggest electronic market in Delhi and is popular among IT specialists and tech-savvy people. Here you can have all your printing needs covered and get computer parts at great discount. The shops sell Smartphone, Computer and its parts, pirated apps and software, CD, DVDs, media gadgets and accessories, batteries, adapters, storage devices like RAM and HDD, motherboard, printing cartridges, SIM cards, CCTV and digital cameras.

Location: New Delhi
What to Buy: Computer Hardware Products
Closed On: Sundays

The Monastery Market located beneath ISBT Shahdara Link Flyover is open to visitors from 10 AM until 8:30 PM and remains closed on Mondays. You will get shirts at the cost of as less as INR 300 and trousers at as less as INR 700. This Tibetan market is also well-stocked up with summer tanks, formal and casual t-shirts and shirts, jeans, leather jackets and woolen clothes along with Tibetan paintings and artifacts.

Location: Bela Road, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Azadpur Metro Station
What to Buy: Pullovers, Sweaters, Shawls, Woolen Clothes, Leather Jackets etc. 
Closed On: Mondays

The 17th-century market area of Dariba Kalan remains bustling with people looking for the intricately crafted silverware and silver jewellery displaying the old Delhi charm as well as the traditional ittars. Multan Jewellers, Jaina Sons, Jain Silver Arts Jewellery, Regalia Jewellery House, Sheel Jewellers and Dau Dayal & Co are some of the popular shops here. It remains open from 11 AM to 7 PM daily except Sunday.

Location: Chandini Chowk, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Red Fort Metro Station
What to Buy: Silver Accessories, Bridal Jewellery, Gemstones etc.
Closed On: Sundays

The largest wholesale market in Asia for various types of light fixtures, lamps and lanterns, Bhagirathi Palace will definitely lighten up your mood. Not only are the light fixtures stunning but also they are affordable, especially during festive seasons. Vintage chandeliers, steampunk lamps, fairy lights and café-type lamps –there are lots of varieties. Besides, you will also get electronics at an affordable price.

Location: Chippy Wada, Old Delhi, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Lal Quila Metro Station
What to Buy: Electronic Gadgets, Home and Office Appliances
Closed On: Sunday

Professional, hobbyist and aspiring photographers can get the best deals on camera, camcorders and peripherals at this Chandni Chowk market known locally as “Photo Market”. Operating since 1970, the market has various camera selling and servicing stores where bargaining is the key to getting the best discounts on Polaroid, DSLR and vintage cameras and accessories.

Location: Chandini Chowk, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro Station
What to Buy: Different Types of Cameras including DSLR, Polaroid, and Vintage)
Closed On: Sundays