Bargain your way through these flea markets in Delhi

Who could ever get enough of Dilli ki Galliyan for shopping? Visit these flea markets in Delhi to snag some great deals and catch a glimpse of authentic Dilli.

Shopping is almost everyone’s therapy. It is hard to find someone who doesn’t love to shop. With each season, you feel the need to update your wardrobe. Although you can shop in shopping malls and stores, nothing comes close to the experience and deals you get in flea markets in Delhi. These markets are thriving with everything you need. Some of the most popular flea markets that one should visit in Delhi are listed below.

1. Sarojini Nagar

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It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Sarojini tops the list. The market never fails to deliver the most fashionable and branded clothes at affordable cost. You can grab designer wear at throw-away prices. The only thing you should excel at is your bargaining skills. Polish them up and get incredible discounts on fashion jewellery, ethnic wear, and fashionable wear. Cut Mondays off the visiting list as the market is closed.

Where: Near Sarojini Nagar metro station, South Delhi.

When: Daily except for Mondays.

2. Lajpat Nagar Market

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For all the shopaholics, Lajpat Nagar Central Market is another flea market where they can score excellent wedding clothing and accessories. After all, the market is all in the talks for its intricately-designed traditional attires, handicrafts, and jewellery. You can also find varied designs of bangles here, and also, get your hands red with henna for special occasions.

Where: South Delhi, near Defense Colony.

When: Daily except for Mondays.

3. Janpath Market

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For a shopping lover, correction – everyone, Janpath needs no introduction. Right in the middle of the city, this market is a go-to option for fashionistas as well as college folks. It is particularly known for junk jewellery and fashionable clothing. The market is for all, not only for girls. From tees to jeans, belts to shoes, everything is available at inexpensive prices.

Where: Janpath, just off Connaught Place, in New Delhi.

When: Daily except for Sundays.

4. Palika Bazaar

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This market has a world of its own underground. Fully air-conditioned and boasting numerous shops, it offers everything you need – clothing, accessories, perfumes, footwear, electronics, or handicrafts. Just name it. Bring your bargaining skills to get the best deals; you never know which overpriced item can be negotiated down to just pennies.

Where: Near Rajiv Chowk metro station.

When: Daily except for Sundays.

5. Kamla Nagar Market

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Ask North Campus students for a flea market to shop and they will go to Kamla Nagar Market. It is always crowded with youngsters as everything is available in just one place – be it books, bags, clothes, footwear or finger-licking food.

Where: Near Pulbangash Metro Station.

When: Daily except for Mondays.

6. Karol Bagh Market

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One of the oldest shopping centers in Delhi, Karol Bagh offers a range of shops catering to everyone, from big air-conditioned stores to smaller shops selling items at reasonable prices. Venture into the wholesale market of Karol Bagh to find clothing. Not only that, it's also well-known for all things gadgets and electronic devices.

Where: Near Karol Bagh Metro Station.

When: Daily except for Mondays.

7. Monastery Market

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Most men often complain about not having as many shopping spots as women, which is true to some extent. Not anymore. The monastery market is a haven for men's shopping, offering plenty of options. The variety is diverse, including clothes, shirts, T-shirts, denim, belts, bags, wallets, caps, and even shoes. All these products are of good quality and available at affordable prices.

Where: Bela Road, Ladakh Budh Vihar Colony.

When: Daily except for Mondays.

8. Dilli Haat

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This open-air market features stalls with thatched roofs, giving it a charming village market vibe. But hey, that's what adds to its beauty! You'll love everything about this market and its diverse products, from handicrafts including embroidered textiles and Madhubani paintings to beaded and imitation jewellery, Phulkari work items, tote bags, home décor items, and more. The list is quite long, to be honest. Shopping in Delhi is incomplete without visiting Dilli Haat.

Where: Opposite INA Market, South Delhi.

When: Every day.

9. Chor Bazaar

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Chor Bazaar is one of the biggest flea markets in Delhi. Here, you will find a diverse range of goods sourced from Indian manufacturers and sometimes even from manufacturers abroad. Located in Old Delhi behind the Red Fort, this market comes to life every Sunday. The prices of the goods might leave you in utter shock, making you question their reality. However, rest assured, the market is very much real.

Where: Behind Red Fort, near Jama Masjid, Old Delhi.

When: Sundays.

So, add these flea markets in Delhi to your shopping spots if they aren’t already. And shop till you drop!!