Besides the historical milestones, Delhi attracts tourists for the plethora of glamorous malls and unforgettable shopping experiences it offers. But, sometimes they might dent your wallet if you don’t know the right place to go shopping. So, we have curated a list of wholesale markets in Delhi that will offer you an unforgettable shopping experience while still going easy on your budget.
1) Chandni Chowk
One of India’s biggest wholesale markets offers you a vast array of items you would want to lay your hands on. From jewelry to kitchen appliances, from furnishing items to clothes, Chandni Chowk, has everything you ever wanted to buy. Its main attraction though is a never-ending line of shops that will help you stack your wardrobe to its full capacity. You’ll feel spoiled for choice in the ocean of shops. And the best part about shopping in Chandni Chowk is that your wallet won’t be empty quite as much as your arms will be full of shopping bags.
• Highlights: Street Food, Camera Accessories, Masjids – Heritage Sites, Wedding Clothing, and Nearby Monuments
• Nearby Restaurants: Haldiram’s, Shri Hari Sharnam, Shiv Misthan Bhandar, Natraj Dahi Bhalle Wala
• Closed On: Sunday
• Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk
2) Shankar Market
Located in the Connaught Place area, Shankar Market is two-storeyed heaven of fabrics. Be it a wedding party or a dinner date, or a prom; you will find a wide variety of materials to stitch your outfit from scratch.
• Highlights: Clothes
• Nearby Restaurants: Warehouse Cafe, Minar Restaurant, McDonald’s, Local Cafe
• Closed On: Sunday
• Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk
3) Chawri Bazaar
Erected back in 1940, Chawri Bazaar happens to be Old Delhi’s first-ever market. If you have a wedding or a big event coming up with an equally big list of guests, Chawri Bazaar is the place to be. You will get all your invitation printing requirements at wholesale rates here. You will also get an ocean of pots, vases, jewelry boxes to choose from.
• Highlights: Wedding Cards, Stationery, Hardware Shops
• Nearby Restaurants: Shakahari Restaurant, Hotel Maidah, New Ashoka Sweets
• Closed On: Sunday
• Nearest Metro Station: Chawri Bazar
4) Sadar Bazaar
Find everything and anything at dirt price in Sadar Bazaar- kitchen and bathroom appliances, clothes, imitation jewelry, accessories, toys, decorative items. The list goes on and on and on.
• Highlights: Artificial jewelry, toys, household plastics, gift items
• Nearby Restaurants: Meghraj & Sons, Coffee Day Xpress Division, Inderpuri Restaurant, Zaika Mughlai Foods
• Closed On: Mondays
• Nearest Metro Station: Tiz Hazari / Chandni Chowk
5) Ghazipur Phul Mandi
If you are someone who adores flowers, this place should be first on your list if you intend to explore the markets of Delhi. You’ll find flowers for all occasions at this place. You might want to consider visiting the place early in the morning if you’re in the pursuit of fresh finds.
• Highlights: Fresh Carnation Flowers, Gerbera Flower, Chrysanthemum Flowers
• Nearby Restaurants: The Salt Cafe Kitchen And Bar, The Barbeque Company, Biryani e Nawaab
• Closed On: Mondays
• Nearest Metro Station: Anand Vihar ISBT
6) Jhandewalan
On a journey towards fitness? Or need something more exciting than just toys for your kids? Head to Jhandewalan, where you will find yourself overwhelmed by a tsunami of bicycles. They won’t cost a fortune either.
• Highlights: Bicycles
• Nearby Restaurants: Mamagoto, Biryani by Kilo
• Closed On: Mondays
• Nearest Metro Station: Jhandewalan station
7) Bhagirath Palace
Not just India’s, but also Asia’s largest wholesale market for electrical appliances. It’s an utter delight to see the thousands of twinkling lights from chandeliers and pendant lights scattered in the sea of shops at this market. And you can be sure to find everything and anything that has to do with electrical appliances.
• Highlights: Electrical Appliances
• Nearby Restaurants: Biryani by Kilo, Biryani House, Chandradeep Biryani House
• Closed On: Sundays
• Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk
8) Kirti Nagar
Are you moving to a new house? Need to revamp the looks of your home sweet home? Kirti Nagar has your back. Here you can expect to see a wide variety of furniture pieces at really affordable prices.
• Highlights: Wooden furniture, Sofas, Dressing tables, King-size beds, Home and Kitchen decor
• Nearby Restaurants: Paranthas 21, Bawa Kitchen, Mannat Cafe, Not Just Waffles
• Closed On: Monday
• Nearest Metro Station: Mansarover Garden
9) Nehru Place
Nehru Place houses more than 500 shops that will look after everything IT-related. Be it laptops, computers, printers, video games, hardware, and software items; you will find everything here! And you will hear prices that will blow your mind because they are unimaginably cheap. Also, be mindful about what you lay your hands on.
• Highlights: Electronics and Textiles
• Nearby Restaurants: Sona Sweets, Taco Bell, The Irish House
• Closed On: Sunday
• Nearest Metro Station: Nehru Place
10) Karol Bagh
Karol Bagh is a shopping paradise. Also, It gives you the best of both worlds. Starting from Glitzy clothing pieces by expensive brands to clothes that cost as low as a hundred bucks. And, if you find yourself getting exhausted after a day of rigorous shopping, you can take a break and feast on the mouth-watering food stalled along its streets.
• Highlights: Garments and Shoes, Laptop spare parts, cameras, speakers, mobile phones, mobile covers,
• Nearby Restaurants: Punjab Sweets Corner, Wah Bikaner, Bikanervala Angan
• Closed On: Mondays
• Nearest Metro Station: Karol Bagh
11) Daryaganj
This place is a paradise for bibliophiles. This place is open only on Sundays and flocked by scores of students who rush to get their hands on the choicest copies of their favorite books. The cheap pricing of the books is an utterly heavenly feeling.
• Highlights: Novels, Guides, College Books, School Books
• Nearby Restaurants: Bhaja Govindam, Udupi Cafe, Akash Deep
• Closed On: Sundays
• Nearest Metro Station: Chawri Bazar / Chandni Chowk
12) Nai Sadak
This place is a wholesale paradise for all your academic requirements. You’ll find a wide variety of books and stationery items at extremely reasonable prices.
• Highlights: Books and Stationery
• Nearby Restaurants: Chandni Tiffin, Kake Di Hatti
• Closed On: Sundays
• Nearest Metro Station: Chawri Bazar / Chandni Chowk
13) Khari Baoli
This place has an enticing aroma that will get your gastric juices churning. It’s the biggest market for spices in Asia. This place also has a rich heritage to explore.
• Highlights: Dryfruits, Exotic spices, Nuts, Herbs
• Nearby Restaurants: Khalsa Hindu Hotel, Annapurna Chaat & Sweets
• Closed On: Sundays
• Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk
14) Sarojini Nagar
This place probably doesn’t need any introduction. Women love to shop from Sarojini Nagar. If you have excellent shopping skills, then you will be walking home with bags and bags of great bargains, be it clothes, jewelry, or cute accessories.
• Highlights: Garments and Shoes, Laptop spare parts, cameras, speakers, mobile phones, mobile covers,
• Nearby Restaurants: Amar Jyoti Restaurant, Haldiram’s, The Qube
• Closed On: Mondays
• Nearest Metro Station: INA
15) Azadpur Sabji Mandir
Probably, the best place to be if you intend to stock up on greens and fruits. You will also get to choose from a wide variety of exotic fruits. Just like the other markets, this place is gigantic, so make sure you wear your most comfortable pair of shoes while slithering past the lanes of fruits and veggies.
• Highlights: Vegetables
• Nearby Restaurants: Chhabra’s Zayka, Pizza Pepper, Insta Burger Cafe, Tandoori Rasoi
• Closed On: Open 24 Hours
• Nearest Metro Station: Azadpur Metro Station
So, there you go, a list of must-visit wholesale markets while in Delhi. Don’t waste your time and money but straight away hit these places to get an experience you will boast off your entire life.
