The shopping malls in Gurgaon arguably dominate the city’s shopping scene, but there are several street markets here too that can be explored on a trip. Surprise, surprise! There are several of these old-school shopping places in Gurgaon, where residents go for their everyday stuff. The best thing about such places is that the variety of goods on offer is almost equally baffling as at malls, but the prices are comparably quite low. So, once you are bored of the similar ambience at all the malls, head to any of the markets in Gurgaon detailed below for a fresh shopping experience. Here you go:
Places for Shopping in Gurgaon:
1. Galleria Market, Gurgaon
Galleria Market | #1 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
Galleria Market is Gurgaon’s answer to Delhi’s iconic Khan Market; both are among the costliest in the country in terms of property renting rates. But, considering that it is one of the most visited markets in Gurgaon, it is safe to say that shopping here fits everyone’s budget. Galleria Market is more like an open-air mall, complete with cobbled streets, benches to sit and a large fountain in the centre. All that you hope to get at a mall, you can buy it here: home furnishings, apparel, stationery, fashion wear, makeup and cosmetics, gifts, trendy clothing and even spa massages. What else? The market also has numerous street food stalls, high-end restaurants and even microbreweries.
- Location: DLF Phase 4, Gurgaon
- Timings: 11:00 am to 10:30 pm (closed on Tuesdays)
- Highlights: Clothing, furnishing, apparel, cosmetics, groceries
- Nearest Metro Station: IFFCO Chowk (Yellow Line)
Also, check out our blog on the best places in Gurgaon for freshly brewed beer
2. Qutub Plaza, Gurgaon
Qutub Plaza | #2 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
Another among the shopping places in Gurgaon for everything cheap, Qutub Plaza offers a variety of goodies, from groceries and clothes to toys. There several tailors here, in case you need your clothes altered. Now, for the biggest highlight of the market…food. The number of restaurants and food stalls make it a paradise for gourmands. You can stuff your mouth with delicious North Indian, Mughlai and Chinese dishes and top those off with sumptuous desserts.
- Location: DLF Phase 1, Gurgaon
- Timings: 9:00 am to 8:30 pm
- Highlights: Groceries, toys, cheap clothes
- Nearest Metro Station: Phase 1 (Rapid Metro)
- Nearest stay: 3 Star Hotels in DLF Phase 1
3. Arjun Marg Market, Gurgaon
Arjun Marg Market | #3 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
Good news, people, you don’t have to travel all the way to Janpath or Sarojini Nagar markets in Delhi to get branded wear at throwaway rates, because you can get it all here at Gurgaon’s own Arjun Marg Market! Much like its Delhi counterparts, the market here is known for selling export surplus with or without minute defects. Even if there are defects in the clothes, those are aptly repaired by the shopkeepers. You can get men’s jackets and leather boots from ₹ 1500 onwards, while sweatshirts start at ₹ 650. Even stuff by luxury brands, such as Zara, Superdry and Burberry, can be bought for under ₹ 1500. What’s more? H&M track pants are available for merely ₹ 350. If you want to save more, hone your bargaining skills. BTW, do not leave without trying gol gappas, chaat and momos, and kebab rolls at Qureshi’s.
- Location: DLF Phase 1, Gurgaon
- Timings: 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
- Highlights: Branded clothes, winter wear, junk jewellery, leather boots
- Nearest Metro Station: Phase 1 (Rapid Metro)
4. Sadar Bazaar, Gurgaon
Sadar Bazaar | #4 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
If you want really cheap stuff and don’t mind walking on dusty roads and swimming through a sea of people, then Sadar Bazaar is the place to be. One of the oldest markets in Gurgaon, with some shops in operation since before Independence, it is a one-stop solution for all your shopping needs. From clothes and utensils to street food and fresh vegetables, everything is available here at rather low rates. Talking of pieces of attire, you can purchase jeans, suits, dresses, sarees and as per some sources, even tuxedos! Then, there are several jewellery stores you can browse for that little bit of bling. I could go on and on about the variety of things on offer here, but it would exceed my word limit for this blog.
- Location: Roshan Pura, Old Gurgaon
- Timings: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Highlights: Clothes, utensils, home decor, kitchen wear, groceries
- Nearest Metro Station: HUDA City Centre (Yellow Line)
5. HUDA Market, Gurgaon
HUDA Market | #5 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
HUDA Market is the one which perhaps comes closest to a flea market, considering the huge margin for haggling. Not that the stuff is priced high to begin with, you can save a lot more with proper bargaining. Whether you want juttis, kurtas groceries or cosmetics, you can get it all at the tens of shops at the market. Don’t forget to try the savoury snacks at the iconic Om Sweets. Plus, you also have options like tandoori momo stalls, Pizza Hut and KFC here.
- Location: Sector 14, Gurgaon
- Timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Highlights: Cosmetics, clothing, footwear, junk jewellery, books
- Nearest Metro Station: IFFCO Chowk (Yellow Line)
6. Sector 29 Market, Gurgaon
Sector 29 Market | #6 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
Located in the heart of the city, Sector 29 Market is home to some of the best restaurants in Gurgaon. Italian, North Indian, American, Japanese, Korean…you name the cuisine, and the market duly obliges. The market isn’t really lively during the day, but once the sun sets and the millennials start pouring in, the scene transforms. Apart from restaurants, Sector 29 is also famous for its array of pubs and bars, which again open in the evening. In the number of pubs it is home to, Sector 29 surely gives DLF Cyber Hub a run for its fame.
- Location: Sector 29, Gurgaon
- Timings: Afternoon to late night
- Highlights: Global dining, pubs, live entertainment
- Nearest Metro Station: HUDA City Centre (Yellow Line)
Also, read out blog on all the amazing pubs in Sector 29, Gurgaon
7. Hong Kong Bazaar, Gurgaon
Hong Kong Bazaar | #7 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
An indoor mall-like market in Gurgaon, Hong Kong Bazaar is extremely popular among ardent shoppers. It is a perfect place to visit for everyday stuff along with clothes, jewellery, books and electronics. Further, there are many food stalls inside to grab a bite as well as spas and salons for some much-needed pampering. Dig a little deeper and you will find the perfect dress for that upcoming party. Want ethnic clothes for the festive season? Worry not, as this market offers those too.
- Location: Sushant Lok 2, Sector 57, Gurgaon
- Timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Highlights: Ethnic clothes, dresses, food stalls, jewellery
- Nearest Metro Station: Sector 55-56 (Rapid Metro)
After reading this, we are sure you are going to skip the malls, at least for once, and check out these incredible shopping places in Gurgaon, and we assure you that the experience will be well worth it.
8. Banjara Market
Banjara Market | #8 of 8 Best Places to Shop in Gurgaon
If you are thinking of decorating, redecorating or doing anything creative with your home, Banjara Market is where you should be heading to. One of the largest street markets in Gurgaon, it offers a humongous variety of ceramics and other stuff to spruce up your home. Flower pots, wall hangings, cutlery, mirrors, bookshelves, chairs, clocks, wooden showpieces, cabinets and even four poster beds, you can get them all here. And, just FYI, the price here are horrendously low!
- Location: Sector 56
- Timings: 6:00 am to 10:30 pm
- Highlights: Home decor
- Nearest Metro Station: Sector 54 Chowk (Rapid Metro)
