Top 7 Markets in Delhi
Delhi Markets with the Best Shopping
1. Dilli Haat
This huge Delhi market has been deliberately made to feel like a traditional weekly village market, called a haat.
Small thatched roof cottages with a village atmosphere give it great
ambiance. The market offers an exciting blend of handicrafts from all
over India, food, and cultural and music performances. The entry fee is
15 rupees (35 cents). Don't miss it!
Some
of the best bargain shopping in Delhi can be found in the crumbling and
chaotic Main Bazaar of the Paharganj traveler ghetto. Many of the shops
in Paharganj also deal in wholesale and export to foreign countries,
making it a good place to come and hunt out unique and inexpensive goods
to import back home.
- Location: Sri Aurobindo Marg (opposite INA Market). Also at Netaji Subash Place (adjacent to Netaji Subash Place Metro Station), and Pitampura.
- Opening Hours: Daily from 10.30 a.m. to 10 p.m., including national holidays.
- What to Buy: Indian handcrafts and artifacts.
2. Janpath and Tibetan Market
This
very popular and lively Delhi market, which was recently given a
makeover, has something for everyone. You'll find goods from everywhere
in India and Tibet here, and it's a great place to shop for things to
take back home. However, you'll need all your bargaining skills to get a
really decent price.
- Location: Janpath, just off Connaught Place, in central New Delhi.
- Opening Hours: Daily.
- What to Buy: Handicrafts, hippy clothing, shoes, paintings, brassware, Indian artifacts, leather work, and cheap jewelry.
3. Khan Market
Khan
Market is a small, U-shaped, well established market that's one of
Delhi's classiest. Bargain hunters are likely to be disappointed at this
market. It's got a loyal following who go there to shop at its branded
outlets. One of the best things about this market is its interesting
book shops. It's also got some excellent tailors who will make you a
suit in less than a week. For Ayurvedic food, medicine and skin care
check out Biotique, and Khadi. Hidden away, you'll find some great
lounges to relax in, many with balconies overlooking the street.
- Location: South New Delhi, not far from India Gate.
- Opening Hours: Daily except Sundays.
- What to Buy: Books, music, branded and tailored clothes, Ayurvedic food and cosmetics, and lamps.
4. Paharganj
- Location: Paharganj Main Bazaar, opposite the New Delhi Railway Station.
- Opening Hours: Daily until around 9 p.m.
- What to Buy: Clothes, shoes, jewelry, books, music, textiles, handicrafts, hookah pipes, incense.
5. Chandni Chowk
The
shopping district of Chandni Chowk has been in existence for hundreds
of years and an exploration of its winding, narrow alleyways is
certainly an adventure. The lanes of Chandni Chowk are divided into
bazaars with different areas of specialization. For fabrics, head to
Katra Neel. In the Bhagirath Palace area, you'll find a huge range of
electronics. Dariba Kalan is Old Delhi's ancient silver market full of
silver jewelry. Food vendors in Chandni Chowk also serve up a delicious
assortment of Delhi street food.
- Location: Old Delhi.
- Opening Hours: Daily except Sundays.
- What to Buy: Fabrics, jewelry, and electronic goods.
6. Lajpat Nagar (Central Market)
The
hectic Lajpat Nagar market provides an interesting glimpse into Indian
culture. It's one of the oldest markets in India and is abuzz with
middle class Indian shoppers, all swarming around its roadside stalls
and showrooms. One of this market's main attractions is the Mehendiwalas, who will apply beautiful Henna designs to your hands with astonishing speed. You'll also find reasonably priced Indian kurti tops and salwaar kameez suits here.
- Location: South New Delhi, near Defence Colony (between Greater Kailash and South Extension).
- Opening Hours: Daily except Mondays.
- What to Buy: Indian clothing, shoes, bags, accessories (including Indian bangles), and home furnishings.
7. Sunder Nagar
This
quaint market attracts quite a few rich Indian socialites because of
its art and antique shops. It's a well-designed market in an upscale
neighborhood. You'll also find some wonderful tea shops there. Try the
Regalia Tea House and Mittal Tea House. - Location: Off Mathura Road in central New Delhi, not too far away from Connaught Place, near the zoo and Oberoi Hotel.
- Opening Hours: Daily except Sundays.
- What to Buy: Silver jewelry, art, textiles, carpets, and antiques.
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