Why go
Pick the market by what you hope to find. Chandni Chowk rewards time spent walking its dense network of small shops and food lanes. Janpath, close to Connaught Place, suits browsing clothes and small finds; Lajpat Nagar and Sarojini Nagar put apparel at the center. Khan Market has a different mix of books, groceries and clothes.
What to look for
- Chandni Chowk’s branching Old Delhi lanes and small shops.
- Janpath’s street stalls close to Connaught Place.
- Clothing-focused browsing at Lajpat Nagar and Sarojini Nagar.
Useful to know
- Choose one market area first; Chandni Chowk and the south Delhi clothing markets are different outings.
- Allow room to wander in Chandni Chowk instead of following a strict shop-by-shop route.
- Inspect clothing and small goods before paying, especially when bargaining at street stalls.