Banjara Market - Gurgaon's Famous Hub for Home Decor and Furniture

Gurgaon, HaryanaSHOPPING

Gurgaon's famous open-air market for budget-friendly furniture, rustic home decor, ceramics, and handcrafted items. A top spot for bargain hunters.

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SHOPPING

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2-3 hours

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Friendly

Parking

Parking Available

Photography

Photography Allowed

About the Destination

Overview

Banjara Market is a well-known open-air market in Gurgaon, primarily located along the roadside in newer sectors of the city. It's not a formal, structured market but a collection of stalls and makeshift shops run by the nomadic Gadiya Lohar community, originally from Rajasthan. The market is famous for its extensive collection of affordable furniture, home decor items, ceramics, and handicrafts. Visitors will find everything from large wooden cabinets, tables, and chairs to smaller items like mirrors with intricate frames, lamps, planters, kitchenware, and decorative wall pieces. The atmosphere is casual and dynamic, with items displayed out in the open. The main experience here is browsing through the vast and varied collection, discovering unique pieces, and engaging in friendly bargaining with the vendors, which is an expected part of the shopping process. Many items have a rustic, handcrafted appeal, making them popular with those looking to furnish homes on a budget or find distinctive decor.

Why This Place is Special

• Affordable and budget-friendly furniture
• Handcrafted home decor items and wall art
• Ceramic pottery, planters, and kitchenware
• Ornately framed mirrors and decorative lanterns
• Wooden and metal artifacts with a rustic finish
• The practice of extensive, good-natured bargaining
• A wide variety of unique, non-mass-produced goods

Ideal For

Solo travelersCouplesGroupsArt loversPhotographers

Facilities & Amenities

• Parking
• Food stalls

Visitor Tips

• Visit on weekday mornings around 11 AM to avoid the worst crowds and the afternoon heat.
• Bargaining is essential. A good starting point is to offer 40-50% of the vendor's initial price and negotiate from there.
• Carry sufficient cash, as most vendors do not have digital payment options.
• Thoroughly inspect items for cracks, dents, or defects before purchasing, as all sales are typically final.
• For large furniture pieces, plan your transportation in advance. You can use apps like Porter or ask vendors for local delivery contacts.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and carry a water bottle, hat, and sunscreen, as it's an open-air market with lots of walking.
• If you drive, be prepared for roadside parking, which can be challenging on weekends.

Safety Information

• As it's a roadside market, be cautious of the moving traffic while browsing.
• Carefully check items for any damage or defects before making a payment.
• Keep your wallet, phone, and other valuables secure, especially on crowded weekends.
• Stay hydrated, particularly during the hot summer months, as there is limited shade.
• Confirm the final price before handing over money to avoid any confusion.
• If buying fragile items like ceramics or mirrors, ask the vendor to pack them securely for you.

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Location & Address

Golf Course Extension Road, Near Sector 70A, Gurugram, Haryana 122004, Golf Course Extension Road, Gurgaon, Haryana, India

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Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Banjara Market is from October to March, when the weather in Gurgaon is cool and pleasant for outdoor shopping. This period avoids the extreme heat of summer (April-June) and the muddy conditions of the monsoon season (July-September). Weekdays are preferable to weekends to avoid heavy crowds. Visiting during the day ensures better visibility to inspect the quality of the items.
Peak Crowd: Saturday and Sunday afternoons (2 PM - 6 PM), especially from October to February.
Moderate Crowd: Weekday afternoons and weekend mornings.
Low Crowd: Weekday mornings (10 AM - 1 PM) and during the peak summer months of May and June.

How to Reach

Air

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi, is the nearest airport, approximately 25 km away. The drive to the market takes about 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

Train

Gurgaon Railway Station (GGN) is about 15 km away. For better connectivity, New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) and Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) in Delhi are major hubs, roughly 40 km away.

Road

The market is located on the well-connected Golf Course Extension Road in Gurgaon. It is easily accessible by road from Delhi and other parts of NCR via National Highway 48 (NH-48).

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws and cabs (Ola/Uber) are the most convenient ways to get around Gurgaon and reach the market. The Rapid Metro provides connectivity to some parts of the city.

Food & Dining

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