Shopping need not be an expensive affair if you know where to get a good deal. The capital has lots of chic open stalls and small curio shops that will delight bargain hunters. Head to these 7 places for flea shopping in Delhi to get the best deals on clothes, jewellery, footwear and accessories.
1. SAROJINI NAGAR
NEAREST METRO STATION: INA
CLOSED ON: MONDAYS
Sarojini Nagar market is a shopping paradise for every Delhi girl. From designer clothes to export reject branded pieces, you can find a treasure trove of good quality clothes here at really cheap prices. The market is always jam-packed with shoppers so make sure you avoid going there on the weekends.
2. JANPATH
NEAREST METRO STATION: JANPATH
OPEN ON ALL DAYS
You need to bring your best bargaining skills to Janpath as many items sell at a steep price here. The market is a favourite haunt for foreign tourists and locals alike. You’ll find artefacts, semi-precious jewellery and ethnic wear from all over India here. The adjoining Tibetan market also has some interesting curios.
3. CHANDNI CHOWK
NEAREST METRO STATION: CHANDNI CHOWK
CLOSED ON: SUNDAYS
A to-be-bride’s shopping experience is incomplete without a trip to Chandni Chowk. You can find excellent wedding trousseau at the Katra Neel and Kinari Bazaars and semi-precious jewellery at the Dariba Kalan within your budget. And when hunger strikes after a full day of shopping, head to the famous paranthe wali gali for more than 100 mouthwatering paratha options. Or you can visit the original Karim’s restaurant near Jama Masjid to dig into melt-in-your-mouth mutton korma and seekh kabab.
4. DILL HAAT
NEAREST METRO STATION: INA
OPEN EVERYDAY
Dilli Haat will charm you with its rustic setup and a village fair-like theme. The market has an exciting mix of textiles, crafts and food from all over India. The Dastakari mela, that takes place every January here, especially has the best products on display like lamps, handmade tableware, upholstery, bamboo furniture, sarees, kurtis, juttis, traditional artefacts and many more items that you would love to collect.
5. KHAN MARKET
NEAREST METRO STATION: KHAN MARKET
CLOSED ON: SUNDAYS
Khan Market is one of Delhi’s classiest haunts for shopping where both high-end labels and roadside shops see brisk business. There are many small pop-up stalls on the roadside where you can buy trendy footwear, colourful skirts, dresses and kurtis. Although, if you are looking to bargain you may be disappointed as many shops have fixed prices.
6. GREATER KAILASH
NEAREST METRO STATION: KAILASH COLONY
CLOSED ON: TUESDAYS
If you don’t want to wander on the streets of Sarojini Nagar on hot, summer days, then the cool M-block market in GK-I is for you. You can find tops and tees for as low as Rs. 250 here and many interesting gems like denim vests, maxi dresses, casual wear and tank tops for around Rs 500-700.
7. HANUMAN MANDIR
NEAREST METRO STATION: SHIVAJI STADIUM
OPEN EVERYDAY
The vibrant and colourful bangle market of Hanuman Mandir is a treat for sore eyes. Fill your vanity boxes with glass and lacquer bangles that can come handy for many occasions. A dozen bangles will only cost you around Rs 200 here.
