About Anarkali Bazaar
Anarkali Bazaar, named for a legendary courtesan, is one of the oldest surviving markets in South Asia, a sprawling maze of narrow lanes packed with clothing, fabric, jewellery, books, food and household goods. Old and New Anarkali together form a shopper’s and food-lover’s labyrinth.
It’s a sensory immersion in everyday Lahori commerce, and a superb place to eat, browse and bargain with a guide.
Highlights
- Historic market, Among the subcontinent’s oldest bazaars.
- Everything for sale, Textiles, jewellery, books, crafts and food.
- Food lanes, Famous for Lahori street food.
- Bargaining, Friendly haggling is expected.
Plan this stop with Old Anarkali Food Street and Fort Road Food Street for a more complete Lahore itinerary.
Nearby & related sites
Old Anarkali Food Street
A famous food lane celebrated for traditional Lahori specialities.
Read guide →Fort Road Food Street
The iconic dining street beneath Badshahi Mosque, with rooftop views.
Read guide →Tollinton Market
A colonial-era market hall on the Mall, now a heritage and cultural space.
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